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Builder + Architect Profile Saving money, generating new revenue and supporting the environment with clean energy – every business strives to achieve these goals. By partnering with Solect Energy, a full-service solar photovoltaic (PV) project developer and installer based in Hopkinton, MA, these objec- tives become reality. An industry leader in solar energy, Solect takes a practical and consultative approach to deliver smart solar solutions that help clients, businesses, and organizations sig- nificantly reduce energy costs. The company prides itself in partnering closely with custom- ers to provide strong financial insight and solar technology expertise to optimize their invest- ment, while creating a positive impact on the environment. A value-added company, Solect offers one-stop- shopping; its full service turnkey solutions in- clude development services, feasibility assess- ments, financial and incentive modeling, design and engineering, installation, Solar Renewable Project: Bowen Residence: Photography by Rob Yagid, Fine Homebuilding Magazine 2015, The Taunton Press, Inc. Energy Certificate (SREC) management and on-going system maintenance. "We balance solar optimization, aesthetics, economics and rigorous engineering specifications to best serve our clients," says Kenneth Driscoll, CEO and founding principal of Solect. Solect's client list comprises an impressive range of small to mid-size businesses, educational in- stitutions, non-profit organizations and high-end residences throughout Massachusetts and New England. Among the company's expansive roster of projects includes several well-known institu- tions: Stonehill College, the Pingree School, Roxbury Latin School, and several buildings for Harvard Business School. Additionally, Solect recent- ly completed the solar installation for Meridian Associates President, Don Bowen's home, which is featured in this issue of B+A magazine. Many of Solect's customers realize a double-digit return on their invest- ment, coupled with reduced and pre- dictable energy costs, the benefits of a reduced carbon footprint and brand enhancement through environmental leadership. With of 185 Solect cial Solect several Solar company tor a the staller" er Awards. made America's panies row, (also in In its ny now tural several ma a that of live An and ering ucts local Solect's planet, Solect Hopkinton, solect.com