OnSite Energy, Inc.

10/06/2026

Missoula's 4th Annual Climate Solutions Week kicks off next Saturday with ClimateFEST in Caras Park from 10A - 2P!

With over 20 creative, joy-infused events happening all week long, there's something for everyone. Hum along as we light up Missoula with a week of connection, creativity & climate action. Full schedule at MissoulaClimate.org/solutions.

Thank you to our Champion sponsors for making this week possible: Cool Earth Creamery OnSite Energy, Inc. Mountain Line Clearwater Credit Union SBS Solar LOCI Architecture + Design! Artwork by Brimber.

10/05/2026

The best compliments aren't about solar.

They're about people.
We're incredibly grateful when customers take the time to share their experience.

"Their team is thoughtful, organized, and easy to work with."

Thank you, Kyle, for the kind words. Reviews like this remind us that every project is about more than panels and electricity—it's about earning trust.

Thank you to everyone who has trusted OnSite Energy over the past 14 years. We don't take it for granted.

09/21/2026

Every kilowatt doesn't have to travel hundreds of miles.

One of the biggest misconceptions about electricity is that it's simply "there" whenever we need it.

In reality, the grid has to balance supply and demand every second of every day.
That's why local energy generation matters.

Every home, ranch, business, nonprofit, and public building that produces electricity where it's used helps reduce dependence on moving every kilowatt across long-distance transmission infrastructure.

That's one reason we've spent more than 14 years helping Montanans design solar systems that fit their unique needs.

Whether the goal is lowering operating costs, increasing energy independence, or adding battery backup, every project contributes to a stronger, more resilient energy future.

We explored this concept in our latest article if you'd like to learn more:

Every summer, Montana's electric grid experiences periods of higher demand as homes, businesses, and agricultural operations use more electricity to stay comfortable and productive. While these peak demand periods only occur during certain hours of the day, they place additional stress on the electr...

09/14/2026

☀️ Why solar can help ease pressure during peak demand

Solar doesn’t just produce electricity. It can reduce how much power the grid needs to supply when demand is at its highest.

Most conversations about solar focus on reducing electric bills.

But there’s another reason utilities, researchers, and energy planners are paying attention to distributed solar:

Timing.

When electricity demand peaks, solar is often already producing.

That means homes, businesses, nonprofits, and agricultural operations with solar may draw less electricity from the grid during some of the busiest hours of the day—helping reduce the amount of power grid operators need to deliver all at once.

In our newest article, we explore:
☀️ What peak demand actually means
☀️ How solar can reduce strain during peak-demand hours
☀️ What the Northeast’s record heat wave taught us
☀️ What it could mean for Montana’s energy future

Read the full article here:
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Every summer, Montana's electric grid experiences periods of higher demand as homes, businesses, and agricultural operations use more electricity to stay comfortable and productive. While these peak demand periods only occur during certain hours of the day, they place additional stress on the electr...

09/10/2026

Being a Certified B Corporation means holding ourselves to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.

We’re proud to have been a B Lab Certified B Corporation since 2017—making us one of Montana’s first 10 B Corps and the state’s only B Corp-certified solar installer.

For us, solar has always been about more than generating electricity. It's about strengthening local communities, supporting our team, protecting the landscapes we love, and building a business that creates lasting value for future generations.

Thank you to our customers, partners, and employees who make this mission possible every day.

Business can be a force for good—and we're proud to prove it.

09/08/2026

What if the biggest benefit of solar isn't actually saving money?

Most people think the biggest benefit of solar is lower electric bills.
That's true.
But it might not be the most important one.

One of solar's biggest advantages is when it produces electricity.

On the hottest summer afternoons—when homes, businesses, farms, and communities are using the most electricity—solar is often generating at or near its maximum output.

That means thousands of rooftops can quietly help reduce demand on the electric grid exactly when it's under the most pressure.

It's one of the most fascinating aspects of modern energy systems—and one that doesn't get talked about nearly enough.

This week, we're diving into why this matters for Montana.

Check it out: onsiteenergyinc.com/blog-posts/why-solar-matters-during-peak-energy-demand

09/04/2026

One of the coolest parts of designing solar isn't the installation.

It's the moment when a customer sees a rendering like this and realizes, "That's what my project is going to look like."

This visualization of the future solar installation at Montana State University's American Indian Hall gave everyone a chance to see the finished system before installation even began.

Months later, it became reality.

One of the coolest parts of our work is helping customers see tomorrow's energy system before a single panel goes on the roof. And we never get tired of watching a vision turn into clean energy. Reach out if you’re ready!

09/02/2026

We made the list again! ☀️🏔️

OnSite Energy has once again been named one of the Top Solar Contractors in the nation by Solar Power World, ranking among 500 solar companies recognized across the country.

This year, we're proud to come in at #291 nationally—representing Montana alongside some of the best in the industry.

This recognition reflects the trust our customers place in us, the dedication of our incredible team, and more than a decade of designing and installing solar energy systems built for Montana's unique climate and communities.

Thank you to everyone who has chosen OnSite Energy to be part of your energy journey. We're proud of what we've built together—and we're just getting started.

Here's to many more years of powering Montana with clean, resilient energy. ☀️

08/10/2026

UNPOPULAR OPINION:

Waiting to think about your energy strategy is not an energy strategy.

Here's the uncomfortable truth:
Most businesses spend more time shopping for office furniture than planning how they'll power their operations over the next 25 years.

Meanwhile...
• Electricity demand is rising.
• Grid infrastructure is evolving.
• Energy costs continue to fluctuate.
• Businesses are being asked to operate with more resilience than ever before.

This is the reality of doing business today.

The organizations that wait until rates increase or reliability becomes a problem are already reacting.

The organizations that plan ahead are creating options.

That's why we've never believed commercial solar is just about saving money.

It's about taking back control over one of the few major operating expenses you can actually influence.

The future belongs to businesses that stop treating energy like an afterthought.

The power is yours.

Montana's energy landscape is changing. Across the country, growing electricity demand, aging infrastructure, extreme weather events, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence are creating new challenges for utilities, businesses, and communities alike. While much of the public conve...

08/03/2026

Montanans have always believed in being prepared.

Whether it's stacking firewood before winter...
Maintaining equipment before it breaks...
Or planning next year's operations before this season ends...

Preparation is simply part of life here.

We see energy the same way.

Energy independence doesn't have to mean living off-grid, although it can.
For many businesses and homeowners, it simply means creating options, improving resilience, and reducing dependence on things outside your control.

That's a Montana mindset.