Southern Energy Management

Southern Energy Management is a leading solar energy and building performance company headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded in 2001, SEM has grown to a team of over 190 building scientists, solar professionals, and entrepreneurs dedicated to improving how people make and use energy across the Southeast. The company specializes in residential rooftop solar installations as well as turnkey commercial solar solutions throughout North Carolina and South Carolina. SEM also provides comprehensive building performance services—including HERS ratings, code testing, green certifications like ENERGY STAR®, zero energy consulting for builders/developers nationwide—and multifamily efficiency programs.
As a Certified B Corporation since 2009, Southern Energy Management emphasizes social/environmental responsibility alongside business success. In 2024 alone, their work positively impacted nearly 40,000 families with an environmental benefit equivalent to removing almost 25,000 cars from the road annually. Notable achievements include installing over 15 megawatts of solar power on more than 3,000 homes/businesses; verifying upwards of 25,000 ENERGY STAR/green-certified residences; supporting affordable clean energy access initiatives; and earning multiple industry awards such as ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence.
Their mission-driven approach combines technical expertise with community engagement—helping homeowners save money through clean energy while enabling builders/developers to meet high-performance standards efficiently.