Built to Last
Constructing utility-scale solar projects across America since 2008
Built to Last
Constructing utility-scale solar projects across America since 2008
Built to Last
Constructing utility-scale solar projects across America since 2008
LEADERSHIP TEAM
The People Behind Every Project
A multidisciplinary team of experts with decades of field experience.
William Silva, CEO
Bill Silva is an entrepreneur who scaled URE into a top-tier national EPC delivering hundreds of megawatts of community solar, utility-scale solar, and energy-storage projects across the country. Bill leads execution with a strong focus on project efficiency, cost performance, and long-term asset value. His engineering background includes tenure at GE, Lockheed Martin, and SAIC. Bill holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Systems Engineering.
William Silva, CEO
Bill Silva is an entrepreneur who scaled URE into a top-tier national EPC delivering hundreds of megawatts of community solar, utility-scale solar, and energy-storage projects across the country. Bill leads execution with a strong focus on project efficiency, cost performance, and long-term asset value. His engineering background includes tenure at GE, Lockheed Martin, and SAIC. Bill holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Systems Engineering.
William Silva, CEO
Bill Silva is an entrepreneur who scaled URE into a top-tier national EPC delivering hundreds of megawatts of community solar, utility-scale solar, and energy-storage projects across the country. Bill leads execution with a strong focus on project efficiency, cost performance, and long-term asset value. His engineering background includes tenure at GE, Lockheed Martin, and SAIC. Bill holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Systems Engineering.
Keith Herbs
President
Amber Penland
Executive Vice President of Operations
Max Hupertz
Senior Director of Construction
Jakky Shanahan
Director of Business Operations
Sherry Meacom
Director of Contracting and Compliance
Brian Taddonio
Senior Director of Engineering
Jay Bayer
Director of Field Operations
Gardner Taylor
Director of Business Development
Keith Herbs
President
Amber Penland
Executive Vice President of Operations
Max Hupertz
Senior Director of Construction
Jakky Shanahan
Director of Business Operations
Sherry Meacom
Director of Contracting and Compliance
Brian Taddonio
Senior Director of Engineering
Jay Bayer
Director of Field Operations
Gardner Taylor
Director of Business Development
Keith Herbs
President
Amber Penland
Executive Vice President of Operations
Max Hupertz
Senior Director of Construction
Jakky Shanahan
Director of Business Operations
Sherry Meacom
Director of Contracting and Compliance
Brian Taddonio
Senior Director of Engineering
Jay Bayer
Director of Field Operations
Gardner Taylor
Director of Business Development
Complete solar solutions
Building utility-scale projects that work since 2008
1
Discovery
Due diligence that de-risks every project
2
Estimating
Accurate pricing, grounded in experience
3
Engineering
From approved concept to build-ready plans
4
Pre-Construction
Permits and approvals handled early
5
Procurement
Strategic sourcing without compromise
6
Construction
Full-scope construction from start to finish
7
Quality
Quality tracked at every step
8
Commissioning
Verified, energized, operating to spec
1
Discovery
Due diligence that de-risks every project
2
Estimating
Accurate pricing, grounded in experience
3
Engineering
From approved concept to build-ready plans
4
Pre-Construction
Permits and approvals handled early
5
Procurement
Strategic sourcing without compromise
6
Construction
Full-scope construction from start to finish
7
Quality
Quality tracked at every step
8
Commissioning
Verified, energized, operating to spec
1
Discovery
Due diligence that de-risks every project
2
Estimating
Accurate pricing, grounded in experience
3
Engineering
From approved concept to build-ready plans
4
Pre-Construction
Permits and approvals handled early
5
Procurement
Strategic sourcing without compromise
6
Construction
Full-scope construction from start to finish
7
Quality
Quality tracked at every step
8
Commissioning
Verified, energized, operating to spec
Mission
We build solar systems that endure
We build solar systems
that endure
Our mission is to deliver reliable and cost-effective solar and energy storage solutions for independent power producers and utilities, with an uncompromising commitment to safety and excellence in engineering, procurement, and construction.
Vision
To be the most trusted partner for utility and community scale solar and energy storage projects, setting the standard for safety, quality, and performance.
Values
The principles behind every megawatt we build.
Safety First
The most important priority is protecting our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every activity is performed with the highest standards of safety, preparation, and accountability.
Relentless Execution
We do what we say we will do. Through collaboration, honest and direct communication, and attention to detail, we deliver safe and high-quality projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of excellence.
Continuous Growth
We believe growth drives long-term success. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and continuously improve our processes to maximize the value for our partners. We approach every challenge with humility, recognizing that there is always more to learn, new ways to improve, and opportunities to become better teammates and partners.
Safety First
The most important priority is protecting our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every activity is performed with the highest standards of safety, preparation, and accountability.
Relentless Execution
We do what we say we will do. Through collaboration, honest and direct communication, and attention to detail, we deliver safe and high-quality projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of excellence.
Continuous Growth
We believe growth drives long-term success. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and continuously improve our processes to maximize the value for our partners. We approach every challenge with humility, recognizing that there is always more to learn, new ways to improve, and opportunities to become better teammates and partners.
From startup to industry leader
United Renewable Energy was founded in 2008 by William Silva to deliver reliable and cost-effective solar and energy storage solutions for independent power producers and utilities, with an uncompromising commitment to safety and excellence in engineering, procurement and construction.
2008
Company Founded
Company founded in Georgia.
2010
A Georgia First
Development, design, and construction of Georgia’s first project over 1 MW.
2013
First Portfolio
First portfolio development and EPC: 7 projects under the Georgia Power ASI program.
2016
Community Solar Pioneer
Development, design, and construction of New York’s first community solar project.
2017
Solar + Storage Leader
Developed the largest solar + battery storage project in the Southeast at Brunswick EMC in North Carolina.
2021
Inc. 5000 Honoree
First utility-sale project with full interconnect completed in South Carolina. URE named to Inc. 5000’s list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.
2022
Southeast’s Largest Microgrid
Design and construction of the largest microgrid in the Southeast, located in North Carolina.
2023
Largest Portfolio Yet
Commenced URE’s largest single portfolio (60 MW across 3 projects) in Pennsylvania.
2024
Community Solar Expansion
11 community solar projects constructed in Virginia and New York.
2025
Top Solar Contractor
Named a Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World. Executed construction of 26+ community-scale solar installations across multiple states.
From startup to industry leader
United Renewable Energy was founded in 2008 by William Silva to deliver reliable and cost-effective solar and energy storage solutions for independent power producers and utilities, with an uncompromising commitment to safety and excellence in engineering, procurement and construction.
2008
Company Founded
Company founded in Georgia.
2010
A Georgia First
Development, design, and construction of Georgia’s first project over 1 MW.
2013
First Portfolio
First portfolio development and EPC: 7 projects under the Georgia Power ASI program.
2016
Community Solar Pioneer
Development, design, and construction of New York’s first community solar project.
2017
Solar + Storage Leader
Developed the largest solar + battery storage project in the Southeast at Brunswick EMC in North Carolina.
2021
Inc. 5000 Honoree
First utility-sale project with full interconnect completed in South Carolina. URE named to Inc. 5000’s list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.
2022
Southeast’s Largest Microgrid
Design and construction of the largest microgrid in the Southeast, located in North Carolina.
2023
Largest Portfolio Yet
Commenced URE’s largest single portfolio (60 MW across 3 projects) in Pennsylvania.
2024
Community Solar Expansion
11 community solar projects constructed in Virginia and New York.
2025
Top Solar Contractor
Named a Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World. Executed construction of 26+ community-scale solar installations across multiple states.
From startup to industry leader
United Renewable Energy was founded in 2008 by William Silva to deliver reliable and cost-effective solar and energy storage solutions for independent power producers and utilities, with an uncompromising commitment to safety and excellence in engineering, procurement and construction.
2008
Company Founded
Company founded in Georgia.
2010
A Georgia First
Development, design, and construction of Georgia’s first project over 1 MW.
2013
First Portfolio
First portfolio development and EPC: 7 projects under the Georgia Power ASI program.
2016
Community Solar Pioneer
Development, design, and construction of New York’s first community solar project.
2017
Solar + Storage Leader
Developed the largest solar + battery storage project in the Southeast at Brunswick EMC in North Carolina.
2021
Inc. 5000 Honoree
First utility-sale project with full interconnect completed in South Carolina. URE named to Inc. 5000’s list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.
2022
Southeast’s Largest Microgrid
Design and construction of the largest microgrid in the Southeast, located in North Carolina.
2023
Largest Portfolio Yet
Commenced URE’s largest single portfolio (60 MW across 3 projects) in Pennsylvania.
2024
Community Solar Expansion
11 community solar projects constructed in Virginia and New York.
2025
Top Solar Contractor
Named a Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World. Executed construction of 26+ community-scale solar installations across multiple states.
Join our team
We’re building the renewable future and need talented people
Join our team
We’re building the renewable future and need talented people
Join our team
We’re building the renewable future and need talented people
A proven track record
Our numbers speak to our experience and commitment. We have been one of the most respected EPC partners for almost 20 years and take a long-term perspective on our partnerships. We approach each project with collaboration, communication, and curiosity to understand our partners’ unique needs and maximize client value on each project.
18
Years in business
Top 21
Utility Solar EPC
200+
Projects completed
Top 10
Community Solar EPC
A proven track record
Our numbers speak to our experience and commitment. We have been one of the most respected EPC partners for almost 20 years and take a long-term perspective on our partnerships. We approach each project with collaboration, communication, and curiosity to understand our partners’ unique needs and maximize client value on each project.
18
Years in business
Top 21
Utility Solar EPC
200+
Projects completed
Top 10
Community Solar EPC
A proven track record
Since 2008, we’ve been one of the most respected EPC partners, building every project on collaboration and long-term partnership.
18
Years in business
Top 21
Utility Solar EPC
200+
Projects completed
Top 10
Community Solar EPC
Ready to build?
We’d love to discuss your energy construction project and explore partnership opportunities.
Ready to build?
We’d love to discuss your energy construction project and explore partnership opportunities.
Ready to build?
We’d love to discuss your energy construction project and explore partnership opportunities.