Today we’d like to introduce you to Paul Lyons.
Zapotec’s name is based on Lyons’ work as a solar contractor in the mid-1990s in Oaxaca, Mexico, where he observed Zapotec people whose forbearers had settled in the region because of the ideal mix of sunshine, water, climate and soil that enabled them to develop a lifestyle that was sustainable. Lyons designed and installed low-cost solar water heaters for homeowners, schools and non-profit institutions. After leaving Mexico and moving to Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1997, Zapotec Energy was founded as a solo mechanical engineering practice, providing objective advice to a variety of clients to solve their dilemmas related to energy management, conservation and renewable energy production. In 2003, Zapotec Energy began providing design-build services for solar electric systems and solar commissioning services. In 2007, the firm was incorporated and began to add employees and take on larger projects. Today there are six employees involved in a multitude of renewable energy projects throughout New England.
Has it been a smooth road?
At the start, solar PV was too expensive for businesses and homeowners. Once the Massachusetts Renewable Energy Trust Fund (currently known as the MassCEC) was created, the state was able to provide rebates for solar customers. Tax incentives and other progressive regulation followed shortly afterwards, increasing the number of installations throughout Massachusetts.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with Zapotec Energy – tell our readers more, for example what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
Zapotec Energy Inc. provides solar engineering, consultation and project management services in order to solve clients’ dilemmas related to energy management and renewable energy production. Our team promotes the technology and the equitable use of energy for the benefit of our community, the environment and the next generation. We specialize in the design of commercial scale solar photovoltaic systems. Our services include design/build projects, owner’s engineering, feasibility studies, as well as operations and maintenance.
While other solar engineering firms may look for the simple, straightforward installations, Zapotec is willing to work with clients that are looking for a custom clean energy solutions for challenging circumstances. As a small company, we are easily accessible and approachable. In other words, we answer the phone.
Zapotec is most proud of the work we have done for affordable housing in the area, designing and building rooftop solar PV systems.
Contact Info:
- Address: 675 Massachusetts Avenue,
Cambridge, MA 02139 - Website: www.zapotecenergy.com
- Phone: 617-547-5900
- Email: info@zapotecenergy.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZapotecEnergy/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZapotecEnergy
- Other: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zapotec-energy-inc-
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