Sunrun was founded in 2007 by Lynn Jurich, Ed Fenster, and Nat Kreamer with a revolutionary insight: the biggest barrier to solar adoption wasn't the technology, but the upfront cost. They pioneered a new model where homeowners could go solar with little to no money down, paying only for the clean energy their systems produced. This approach transformed solar from a luxury purchase into an accessible service for everyday families.
Today, Sunrun has grown into America's leading residential solar and battery storage company, having installed systems for nearly 800,000 customers and deployed 5.7 gigawatts of clean energy capacity. The company's vertically integrated model gives it total control over the customer experience, from initial consultation through installation and long-term maintenance. With major strategic moves including the 2020 acquisition of Vivint Solar for $3.2 billion, Sunrun continues to scale its vision of a decentralized energy future where homes serve as distributed power plants, providing backup during outages and supporting the broader grid during peak demand periods.