Welcome to Solar San Antonio. We are a non-profit advocacy and resource center dedicated to renewable and sustainable energy applications. Through community outreach, we strive to decrease energy costs and improve the quality of life in South Texas.

 Browse this web site, attend our workshops or get involved in one of our other programs. Solar San Antonio welcomes your involvement as we create opportunities to bring the community together to advance the use of solar energy in our city.

              

Don't Miss...

July 16 Solar San Antonio at the Movies

Environmental film series continues at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

The third film in the series, The 11th Hour , premiers Thursday, July 16 at 7:30 p.m. "The 11th Hour" is the last moment when change is possible. The film explores how we've arrived at this moment -- how we live, how we impact the earth's ecosystems, and what we can do to change our course. Featuring ongoing dialogues of experts from all over the world, including former Soviet Prime Minister Mikhail Gorbachev, and renowned scientist Stephen Hawking, in addition to over 50 leading scientists, thinkers and leaders who discuss the most important issues that face our planet and people. Produced and narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, this captivating documentary explores the perilous state of our planet, and the means by which we can change our course. Purchase tickets online.

July 17 Solar 102 Workshop seats now available!

Come join solar stakeholders from across the City of San Antonio for a “Solar 102” workshop at the Bright Shawl on July 17th, 2009 at 8:00 am.  Hear from solar experts as we discuss solar installation, solar sizing, solar certification, solar hot water, and solar financing through CPS’s new STEP Program. Click here for more information

 

Sun Edison Founder Challenges Solar Leadership in San Antonio

Jigar Shah speaks to San Antonio in celebration of Solar San Antonio's 10th Anniversary

Renowned visionary Jigar Shah urged San Antonio to embrace solar energy at Tuesday's 10th anniversary celebration and Bill Sinkin's 96th birthday. "Solar is ready," he said.  Read more in The Current and Express News.

 

Solar Fest 2009: The Festival That's Off the Grid Photos are in!

Festival becomes a new example of sustainability in San Antonio

A toast to Solar Fest for deriving 100% of its electrical power from solar energy and soy-based biodiesels. Attendance doubled as the community came out in force to see the latest in solar, energy efficiency and sustainability. View photos!