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Backstory: The Legacy of Stewardship at GenPro At GenPro, we believe in a simple truth: you don’t own the land, you care for it. The proof is written in the records of deeds—names change, generations pass, but the land remains. Each person who came before us had a story. They had dreams, ambitions, and a vision for a better tomorrow. And time and again, the land provided—if it was cared for in return. Our roots run deep in traditional farm and ranch values, where stewardship is not just a responsibility but a way of life. Those who came before us understood that we borrow the land from our children, not inherit it from our ancestors. They built their futures with...
GenPro Energy Solutions was given the opportunity to be a part of West River Electric customer appreciation day this year. Our booth displayed residential generator and solar options that are available to West River’s customer through GenPro Services. Each year GenPro has had a drawing for a $50.00 VISA gift card. No obligation of the customer to purchase products from GenPro. This year drawing winner is Rose Hays of Piedmont SD. Rose has been contacted and the VISA gift card is being mailed to her. Thank you Rose for participating in our drawing.
I am delighted to share some exciting news with all of you. It is my absolute pleasure to announce the promotions of Tanner Jobgen and Jeff Ulvstad within our organization. Effective immediately, Tanner will assume the role of Director of EPC Services, while Jeff will take on the position of Director of Distribution. Tanner Jobgen has been an invaluable asset to our company, and his outstanding performance as the former Director of Distribution has been truly exemplary. With his exceptional networking skills, commitment to excellence, and deep understanding of our company's vision and values, Tanner has consistently steered the Distribution department towards remarkable growth and success. Under his guidance, the department achieved unprecedented levels of revenue and customer satisfaction. Moreover,...
Piedmont, South Dakota, July 22, 2022 — Despite concerns over supply chain interruptions and tariff investigations, the U.S. solar industry saw record solar and energy storage demand in 2021. GenPro Energy Solutions can attest to this, having one of its busiest years yet. Solar Power World has recognized the company's installation success by ranking GenPro at No. 127 on the 2022 Top Solar Contractors list. The Top Solar Contractors list is developed each year by industry magazine Solar Power World to honor the work of solar installers in the United States. Solar firms in the utility, commercial and residential markets are ranked by number of kilowatts installed in the previous year. Companies are grouped and listed by specific services,...
The 8.5 MW community solar installation offers battery storage, a pollinator habitat, and an educational component for students at a local community college. JUNE 22, 2022 by ANNE FISCHERSol Systems all-woman development team helped to complete largest solar installation in Nebraska. Sol Systems The City of Norfolk, Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD), and members of the community are celebrating the completion of construction of what is currently the largest solar farm in the state. The 8.5 MW solar installation is paired with NPPD’s first large-scale battery storage system, capable of storing up to 2 MWh. It’s also a pollinator habitat, and it was led by an all-woman development team. In a state that in 2021 ranked 47th in the country...
Piedmont, South Dakota, August 12, 2021 — A South Dakota company has made the Top Solar Contractors list in the U.S. by Solar Power World. GenPro Energy Solutions, headquartered in Piedmont, SD, ranked in the top 26 in the country for total solar plus storage installed, up from their spot at 93 in 2020. The company reached the milestone despite several challenges in 2020, including worker shortages and supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to the top ranking, GenPro Energy Solutions, the only South Dakota company to make this list, ranked 195 overall with over 5000 Kilowatts of solar energy installed in 2020. GenPro has ranked in the top companies for eight of the eleven lists...
GenPro Energy, our customers, and our vendors have been the target of several sophisticated spam attempts in the last several weeks. Fraudulent emails have been sent to customers requesting an update to GenPro’s payment method. GenPro has not changed payment accounts, and such emails should be disregarded. We advise customers with concerns to call our office at 1-605-341-9920 to verify the legitimacy of requests for payment history, amounts due or changes in payment processes. Additionally, GenPro Energy urges customers with concerns about the identity of someone claiming to represent the company to call 605-341-9920 to verify employment. Calling local law enforcement is also an option. Tips for safety: Do not provide your Social Security number, credit card numbers or bank...
December 9th, 2020 – Piedmont, SD GenPro Energy Solutions is pleased to announce that Sara Lynn Pesek has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Business Operations. Sara started with GenPro in March 2018 as the Business Development Manager. During the following several months, Sara worked to engage state and local officials to raise awareness of our industry and educate elected leaders on the benefits of renewable energy in the Midwest. Beyond government affairs, Sara also displayed her ability in other areas of the company supporting our energy development division through financial analysis and feasibility assessments. The dedication and support that she provided to the Energy Development team led her to the promotion of Vice President of Corporate Development and...
Molly Brown has been promoted to Executive Vice-President of Energy DevelopmentDecember 8th, 2020 – Piedmont, SD I am thrilled to announce the promotion of Molly Brown to Executive Vice-President of Energy Development. Molly will work closely with the Executive Committee to pursue goals set out in GenPro’s Strategic Plan. Molly joined the company in 2013 and has advanced through progressively more responsible positions in the Marketing, Sales and Business Development departments, where she has played a key role in the successful roll-out of our Engineering, Procurement and Construction department. Essential to the company’s growth and success, Molly will serve as the Executive Committee’s champion leading the charge in new and emerging energy development markets throughout North America. Molly’s accomplishments in...
Backup or Home Standby Generator Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the best way to size a generator for a home? You can tackle the job of sizing a standby generator by matching the circuits between your home's main electrical panel and the generator system's load center. By identifying the circuits to back up, the ideal generator size can be determined. An electrician should measure the electrical load and identify the circuits to back up. For a whole house generator, the peak kW demand needs to be determined by contacting your utility provider. They can provide a summary of your monthly load including your daily peak demand. Once the size is determined, a certified design engineer will select the right size to...
WHAT ENERGY STORAGE IS BEST FOR YOU?How to determine the best storage solution for you. As you consider investing in an energy storage solution (ESS), you may be overwhelmed with all the choices and the mountain of information you need to gather to determine the best solution for you. Calculation, technical terms, size requirements, manufacturer evaluation, system layout and design can be daunting. However, GenPro’s sales engineers are among the industry’s finest certified system designers. Serving as your personal design expert, a GenPro sales engineer will patiently guide you through the entire process of selecting the best battery, inverter and balance of system components for your energy storage solution. We guarantee you’ll be offered one of the most reliable energy...
What to look for when comparing UVC devicesThe Problem The market is saturated with a magnitute of ineffective and even fake UVC devices from pop-up companies attempting to capitalize on the pandemic. red flags with uvc devices and companiesMany companies use low quality soft glass sleeves with poor transmittance for their bulbs and other inferior components prone to failure. If specifications don't list the materials of critical pieces, that's a sign of bad quality.The most important thing about any UVC device is wattage and UV intensity. If a product doesn't share this information stay away! The distance at which the intensity was measured is key. i.e. ≥150 µW/cm2 (at 3.5 ft)When shopping with an online retailer beware of companies that...
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August 19, 2020 Norfolk, Neb. – The sun is shining on the City of Norfolk as it will be the latest Nebraska municipality to become part of Nebraska Public Power District’s (NPPD) SunWise Community Solar program. There will be an added aspect of the project for NPPD with the installation of a battery energy storage system (BESS) that will be tied to the solar array as a demonstration project. NPPD plans to enter into a 30-year agreement with N Solar for an 8.5 megawatt solar unit to be constructed on land at the city’s well field. The expectation is installation of the solar panels will begin in 2021 with operations beginning by the end of 2021. “We are pleased to...
GenPro Energy Solutions Featured on 2020 Top Solar Contractors ListAlthough the COVID-19 pandemic is the immediate crisis unfolding at the moment, mitigating climate change is also an urgent issue. Solar Power World has recognized the efforts of solar contractors across the United States in its 2020 Top Solar Contractors list, where local solar installer GenPro Energy Solutions achieved a rank of 129 out of 407 companies. The Top Solar Contractors list is developed each year by Solar Power World to honor the work of solar installers big and small. Solar firms in the utility, commercial and residential markets are ranked by number of kilowatts installed in the previous year. Companies are grouped and listed by specific service (developers, electrical subcontractors,...
Our commitment to you during the Coronavirus. March 25, 2020 To our valued customers, We are facing a truly unique time as the situation with coronavirus continues to evolve. All of our families, businesses, and communities have been impacted and our hearts go out to anybody affected directly or indirectly by the virus. I want to update you on how we are approaching the situation at GenPro Energy Solutions. We are focused on the safety of our customers, employees, families, and our communities and are monitoring the situation closely. We are taking steps to ensure we are meeting your needs as your energy partner. The following represents, at a minimum, what steps we are taking to ensure the safety...