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In the news | 1.21.25 | Symone Graham
Charlotte clean-tech unicorn bags $1.2B in funding
Charlotte-based Palmetto, a software company focused on advancing clean energy adoption in residential markets, has raised $1.2 billion in funding.
In the news | 1.17.25 | PR Newswire
Neil Chatterjee, Former FERC Chairman, Joins Palmetto to Lead Government Affairs Team
Chatterjee is a former Commissioner and Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) with unparalleled bipartisan energy policy expertise.
In the news | 1.17.25 | Naureen S Malik
Palmetto Gets $1.2 Billion for Home Solar, Eyes Doubling It
Money will fund solar and home electrification projects that save homeowners money and reduce emissions, CEO Chris Kemper says.
In the news | 8.23.24 | CTVC
Part one of CTVC's three-part series on what's in the IRA and how the 2024 US election could affect it. In this first edition tax credits are explored.
A guide to election outcome scenarios and impact on the tax credits in the IRA.
In the news | 8.18.24 | Neil Chatterjee
Neil Chatterjee, Palmetto Advisor, Outlines Why the IRA is Safe From Repeal Regardless of the 2024 Election Outcome
Neil Chatterjee covers the benefit of the IRA to the states and American people, along with the difficulty of repealing such a universally beneficial initiative.
In the news | 4.2.24 |
Frost & Sullivan Selects Palmetto For 2024 Competitive Strategy Leadership Award
Palmetto wins Frost & Sullivan award for clean energy leadership in residential solar, recognizing Palmetto's tech platform that simplifies the homeowner experience and clean energy adoption.
Chris Kemper, Founder and CEO
Chris is the Chairman, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Palmetto Clean Technology, Inc. He is a mission-oriented leader focused on technology solutions to climate change. Chris’ approach blends capitalism with environmentalism, focusing on re-imagining decentralized energy systems and a decarbonized future.
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One of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.
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