Active Energies Solar, LLC

Active Energies Solar began in 2006 when Megan Gilman and Jason Weingast founded the company in Eagle-Vail, becoming the first solar installer in the Vail Valley. For over a decade, they built a reputation for bringing renewable energy and energy efficiency expertise to one of Colorado’s most challenging environments—the high country, where winter conditions and alpine climates demand systems engineered for resilience and performance. In 2017, the company was purchased by Rich Clubine, a NABCEP-certified Installation Specialist with a background in chemistry and economics from Whitworth University. Under Rich’s leadership, Active Energies Solar has grown into the High Country’s leading solar installer in Avon, CO, serving homeowners and businesses throughout the Vail Valley, Summit County, Aspen, Glenwood Springs, and surrounding Colorado mountain communities. The company has completed hundreds of solar installations across the region, helping local families and businesses transition to clean energy while reducing their environmental footprint. Active Energies specializes in both residential and commercial solar panel installations, offering complete turnkey systems that include solar energy, battery storage solutions like the Tesla Powerwall, and EV charging integration. The company has earned Tesla’s Premium Certified Installer distinction and is recognized as Holy Cross Energy’s largest certified battery storage installer. Their white-glove approach combines technical precision with exceptional customer service, ensuring every solar installation is customized to meet the unique demands of mountain living—from heavy snow loads to extreme temperature fluctuations. The team brings extensive expertise in system design, permitting, installation, and ongoing maintenance, backed by partnerships with Tier 1 solar panel manufacturers who meet rigorous sustainability standards. Active Energies is deeply invested in the local community, employing all-local crews and participating in initiatives that help low-income families access affordable energy, volunteering with nonprofits, and educating the next generation about renewable energy resources. The company is an Actively Green Certified Sustainable Business and a proud member of the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association and the Eagle Valley Alliance for Sustainability. For Colorado homeowners considering solar installation, the decision to go solar in the mountains comes with unique considerations—roof pitch, orientation, shading, and snow management all play critical roles in system performance. Active Energies understands these challenges intimately, and their experience across hundreds of high-altitude projects ensures that every solar energy system is optimized for both aesthetics and year-round energy production. Whether you’re looking to eliminate your electricity bill, add battery backup for energy independence, or reduce your carbon footprint, Active Energies Solar delivers proven solar solutions designed specifically for the demands and opportunities of Colorado’s high country.