Perch's CEO Bruce Stewart

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast

Perch Energy is a leading community solar service provider dedicated to making renewable energy accessible and equitable. We support solar project owners and subscribers by offering services that maximize ROI, including subscriber acquisition, lifecycle management, and expert guidance on local regulations. Our mission is to connect everyone—renters, homeowners, businesses, and municipalities—to community solar projects, ensuring that all can benefit from clean energy.

Bruce Stewart is a strategic leader with over 20 years of experience driving business growth and transformation across various industries. Formerly President of Direct Energy Home, he played a key role in its successful sale to NRG for $3.6 billion and achieved significant operational improvements. Bruce’s expertise spans telecommunications, technology, and energy sectors, where he emphasizes data-driven decision-making and customer experience.

Topics covered in this podcast include:

• The current landscape of community solar in the U.S.
• Benefits and challenges of community solar versus traditional utilities.
• State-specific community solar programs and the potential for legislative change.
• Accessibility of solar energy for low-income individuals and renters.
• The interplay between community solar, rooftop solar, and energy storage solutions.

Core Values:

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purposeful
We're passionate about making clean energy access easier and more rewarding
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entrepreneurial
We're visionary disruptors, challenging the status quo, unafraid to fail forward
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respectful
We treat our planet, our customers and each other with humility and respect
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collaborative
We value each other's contributions and work inclusively to make things better
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honest
We communicate openly, act transparently and promote environmental justice
Reach Bruce Stewart here:
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/brucestewart
Perch energy Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/perchenergy
Perch energy website: www.perchenergy.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean