Shine is the only turnkey solar solution for multifamily properties. The split incentive problem has long prevented multifamily owners from investing in solar. Owners bear installation costs while tenants enjoy free electricity, leaving no financial incentive for owners to invest in solar. Shine solved this challenge with a proprietary (and free) software platform and a specialized installation model that allows owners to install solar on tenant meters and bill tenants for electricity. Since up to 95% of a multifamily property's electricity consumption comes from tenants, this approach enables owners to maximize solar-related NOI.

Shine was built from an owner-operator perspective. After acquiring and installing solar on 650 multifamily units in the Midwest, we saw firsthand the barriers that prevented owners from adopting solar. We engineered a model that works seamlessly across all 50 states, with the best results on garden-style and mid-rise properties. Shine manages every step of the process, including portfolio analysis, system design, permitting, installation, tenant billing, and ongoing maintenance. Our team ensures that each project runs smoothly, and we remain actively involved for the entire 25-year lifespan of the system. This comprehensive approach removes the complexity for owners, allowing them to benefit from solar without taking on additional operational headaches.