StraightUp Solar

StraightUp Solar was founded in 2006 by Dr. Dane Glueck, an orthopedic surgeon whose passion for renewable energy was sparked during his medical residency in the Appalachian region of Kentucky. Returning to St. Louis after residency, Glueck saw solar energy as another way to care for his community—building a company that would change the energy paradigm and give people real choice in how they power their lives. What began as a mission-driven idea has grown into one of Illinois and Missouri’s most experienced solar installers, with more than 3,000 completed projects spanning residential, commercial, agricultural, and municipal installations across the region. Based in St. Louis, this locally owned solar installer in St. Louis now operates from three offices—Maryland Heights, MO, Bloomington, IL, and Marion, IL—and employs a team of over 100 dedicated professionals. From day one, StraightUp Solar has been a turnkey EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) firm, handling every phase of solar installation in Missouri and Illinois in-house. That means St. Louis homeowners and businesses work with the same team from initial consultation and custom system design through permitting, installation, and long-term service. The company holds NABCEP certification—with more than half the team individually certified by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners, the gold standard in the solar industry. StraightUp Solar was the first company in Missouri to achieve NABCEP certification, and that commitment to professional excellence continues to set the company apart. In 2015, StraightUp Solar became a Certified B Corporation, a distinction that places people and planet alongside profit. As a B Corp, the company commits to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. The company has been recognized as a St. Louis Post-Dispatch Top Workplace for six consecutive years, a reflection of its strong internal culture and CLEARE values—Community First, Lead the Solar Tribe, Educate, Advocate Solar Policy, Respect Each Other and the Environment, and Excellence in All We Do. StraightUp Solar serves homeowners and businesses throughout Missouri and Illinois with a full suite of solar energy solutions. Services include solar panel installation for rooftop and ground-mounted systems, battery storage integration with products like Tesla Powerwall and Enphase IQ Battery, electric vehicle charging station setup, and ongoing operations and maintenance. The company also offers system monitoring, panel removal and reinstallation for roof repairs, and a dedicated in-house service department—a rarity in the solar industry. Many installers disappear after installation, but StraightUp Solar prioritizes long-term customer relationships, standing behind every project with a 10-year in-house workmanship and production warranty in addition to manufacturer warranties. StraightUp Solar has completed installations for high-profile clients including the City of St. Louis, City of Carbondale, Urban Chestnut Brewing Co., and numerous schools, nonprofits, and farms. The company is an active participant in Illinois Solar for All, community solar programs like Grow Solar and Solarize, and holds memberships in the Amicus Solar Cooperative and Illinois Solar Energy Association. With BBB A+ accreditation since 2010 and recognition by Solar Power World as a Top Solar Contractor, StraightUp Solar combines local expertise with national credibility. For Missouri and Illinois homeowners considering solar panels, StraightUp Solar offers transparent pricing, financing options through partners like Clean Energy Credit Union, and a consultative approach that prioritizes education over aggressive sales tactics. The cost of home solar has dropped more than 80% in the past decade, and with federal tax credits and local utility incentives, solar energy in St. Louis and surrounding communities is more accessible than ever. Whether you’re looking to reduce monthly energy bills, gain energy independence, or contribute to a cleaner future, StraightUp Solar brings nearly two decades of proven experience to every solar installation.