Since 1994, Andy has helped the solar industry grow by teaching sales, marketing, economics, and financing classes nationwide for solar schools, utilities, and non-profits, by writing articles and papers on the economics and other aspects of solar, thru creating the OnGrid Tool, and by volunteering his time and resources to the industry and its various supporting groups and associations.

Andy has been a Director of CalSEIA (California Solar Energy Industries Association), NorCal Solar Energy Association, and the American Solar Energy Society. He initiated the idea of, and currently holds, the NABCEP PV Technical Sales Certification. He is also a former NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer.

Andy’s training in solar electricity includes Solar Energy International’s intensive photovoltaic coursework and more than a dozen specialty courses in solar electric and related fields. His formal education includes a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from Penn State University, a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from University of Southern California, and a Marketing Certificate at the University of California.

Andy is also an oyster shucking champion.

Home of the OnGrid Tool  -  Solar Sales Software

Who's it for? Anyone selling residential and commercial solar (including large commercial).

What's it do? Shows you the best possible rate schedule and system size for your customers, ensuring they get the most bang for their buck. Presents utility savings and economics through a wide variety of fully-editable proposal templates. And a lot more.

How's it different? Spreadsheet app means calculations are lightning fast, and the show goes on without internet. It's been vetted by top-performing solar sales pros since 2005...it's solid. It respects your intelligence and your customers' intelligence. Deeply customizable and navigable (we don't like step-by-step forms).

How's OnGrid different? We're solar people first, software people second. The OnGrid Tool began as a tool to help OnGrid sell solar. We teach solar sales and economics around the country. We're in the solar industry for the long-haul, and we're committed to your success.