Nelnet Renewable Energy

Nelnet Renewable Energy is a leading provider of comprehensive solar energy solutions focused on the commercial sector across the United States. As a brand under Nelnet, Inc.—a publicly traded diversified financial services company—Nelnet Renewable Energy leverages deep industry expertise to deliver engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), project development, asset management, tax equity investing/co-investment platforms for large-scale solar installations.
The company’s strategic shift in 2024 sharpened its focus exclusively on commercial clients—including businesses, municipalities, developers, financiers—and small utility-scale projects. Their vertically integrated approach allows them to finance and manage every stage of clean energy deployment from design through long-term operation.
Since entering renewable energy in 2018 with significant tax equity investments ($142M+ initially; over $571M invested as of May 2023), they have facilitated nearly $1 billion worth of solar projects nationwide with an active portfolio exceeding 317 megawatts across more than 200 sites. Their expertise includes supporting partners through complex regulatory environments such as those shaped by the Inflation Reduction Act.
With headquarters functions based out of Palatine IL and strong roots throughout the Midwest and New York regions, Nelnet Renewable Energy positions itself as an industry-leading EPC contractor known for quality workmanship and consultative service—helping organizations achieve both sustainability goals and financial returns while advancing decarbonization efforts.