Saving Money.
Saving The Planet.
We have the best job!
Our Story
Started in 1998
52 Million in Revenue
Headquartered in Albuquerque, NM
Started in an Airstream trailer in 1998, Affordable Solar’s roots trace back to a passion for renewable energy, strong community, and having fun. With $52 million in revenue and 80+ employees, Affordable Solar has outgrown the Airstream, but remains committed to the principles on which the company was founded. And we’re making the world a better place. One solar installation at a time.
Affordable Solar has installed over 2,500 solar arrays in New Mexico and supplied more than 20,000 systems to commercial, industrial, scientific, community and residential customers in 96 countries. Our business model is built on a commitment to complement every solar system with our dedication to teamwork, integrity and outstanding customer service. Because we love our work and we want you to love it too.
Our Progress
We hire the best people and pay them fairly
A+ Rated on Better Business Bureau
Serving over 2,500 New Mexicans
We do what we say we will do. And we do it well.
20 years
As the leading solar company in New Mexico
4.8 out of 5
Rating on Solar Reviews
A+ Rated
Better Business Bureau
7x Winner
Best Places to Work, ABQ Business First
Affordable Solar is the best place to work. Not only do I get to be a part of a huge industry that is working to protect the environment for future generations, but I get to do it with the best company in the industry!
…Perhaps the most telling comment we can provide is to mention that every inspector at every stage asked who did the installation and we said Affordable Solar and they said, “Yeah. Those guys never mess up.” All the people involved have been both professional and pleasant…
I recommended Affordable Solar to a coworker and her experience was just as positive as mine. They really go out of their way to make sure everything is done correctly.
David Acosta
Economic Impact
80+
Employees
Over 2,500
installations in NM
139 MW
solar energy installed 2010-2018
124 MW
contracted for installation in 2019
Supplied
over 20,000 PV systems to customers in 96 countries
Contracted
to build 62MW for Facebook Data Center
Licenses and Certifications
Contractors License
GB-98, License # 365954
EE 98 Electrical
Contractors License
NABCEP certifications
PVIP, PVTS and PVDS Certifications
We take care of our team. So they can take care of you.
401k
Our employees don’t want to leave. So we help them plan to retire from Affordable Solar.
Family-friendly
We offer paid parental leave and have toyboxes for when kids are in the office.
Snacks & Wins
We support and celebrate each other. And make sure the coffee pot is always full.
Our Solar Consultants
Crystal Felice
Residential
She’s traveled the world and believes New Mexicans are “the friendliest people on earth!” A former runner, restaurateur, and radio and media pro, Crystal is now on a mission to help New Mexicans take advantage of our sunshine, save money, AND help our planet at the same time.
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Dylan Connelly
Residential
Mechanical engineer, hiker, photographer. He’s traveled across country in a 200 sq ft travel trailer and has designed ultra-efficient buildings. Dylan is passionate about renewable energy and sees solar as the most ultra-efficient way families can meet their energy-saving goals.
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Justin Dewey
Residential
Justin is that rare individual who is both a dog person AND a cat person. He loves soccer, Lobo basketball, and the solar panels on his home. Justin wants every homeowner to have the same the opportunity he’s had to “lock in a lower electric rate for 25 years!”
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Rob Davis
Residential
Rob has been a board member for the New Mexico Renewable Energy Industry Association (NM-REIA) and converted his vintage 1974 VW bug into an all-electric vehicle that is powered by his 9Kw rooftop solar system. It’s safe to say he’s passionate about the benefits of solar.
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Dana Koller
Commercial
Serial entrepreneur and current president of two companies (Kaktus Brewing Co. and PrAG), Dana looks for ways to serve the community, grow the local economy and help business owners thrive. Dana values solar as a smart solution for companies to help the planet and their bottom line.
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Mike Putnam
Commercial
As a former PGA golf pro and golf operations manager throughout Albuquerque and Santa Fe, Mike has enjoyed our NM sun for his entire career. Since entering the world of solar in 2009, Mike has served a variety of solar projects and looks forward to continuing to help companies maximize their sustainable impact.
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Solve Maxwell
Residential
Solve comes from an entrepreneurial and technology background. Through research of solar energy credits in Blockchain technology, he’s discovered the solar energy “bank” in New Mexico and is determined to help New Mexicans choose clean energy.
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Tyson Lanier
Residential
Being an avid hiker and fisherman, combined with his experience in commercial, industrial and residential lighting, Tyson values the positive impact solar has on the environment. He is passionate about finding ways to make New Mexico residents feel good about investing in our planet’s future!
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Our Leadership Team
Ryan Centerwall
CEO
Passionate believer in the power of solar. With a background in finance and biochemistry and the drive to make a difference, Ryan built Affordable Solar’s installation business and continues to create change by saving New Mexicans money with clean energy.
Kevin Bassalleck
President
Brews beer, surfs and loves his rescue dogs. Kevin works every day to be able to tell his kids that he was part of “the next industrial revolution,” changing the way the world makes energy for generations to come.
David Hughes
Chairman and Founder
From an Airstream trailer to the leading solar installer in New Mexico, David founded Affordable Solar and continues to fulfill its mission to make solar accessible to as many people as possible. And to fulfill his personal mission to “play hard, do good and have fun!”
Bob Dawson
CFO
As an MBA, a CPA, and with over 40 years in the building industry, Bob leads Affordable Solar because he knows what he values: integrity and fun. “If it’s not fun, it’s work… and I’m too old for that!”
Teresa Johansen
COO
Teresa has brought her business savvy to Dell Computers, Capital One and Netflix. She’s also served her community through her work at the Roadrunner Foodbank, Now she combines those efforts to bring cost-effective solutions and clean energy to improve the lives of New Mexicans.
Wayne Stansfield
General Manager
A former business owner in publishing serving over 500,000 customers, Wayne made the jump to solar in 2014. Wayne develops large commercial and utility scale projects, whether it’s a MW+ project, innovative Solar + Storage, or developing solutions to make entire communities more sustainable.