REVOLVE SOLAR
The future of energy is reimagining what already exists.
We recover high-quality solar panels headed for landfill and transform them into reliable off-grid power systems.
Mission
Across the solar industry, many panels are retired or replaced long before the end of their functional life. This is due to roof repairs, system upgrades or minor defects. At Revolve Solar, we recover and repurpose high-quality solar panels from installers and manufacturers to create dependable off-grid energy systems. Our solar installations deliver cheap, clean power to communities and businesses.Even under the most pessimistic projections, solar panel waste is orders of magnitude smaller than that generated each year by fossil fuel extraction and combustion.But that contrast is exactly why we act. If renewable energy is to fulfill its promise, it must lead by example and ruthlessly eliminate waste at every stage of its life cycle.Through partnerships with tool libraries, tribal organizations, and other community-led initiatives, we have designed second-life solar systems that power shared spaces, workshops, and local infrastructure. We're excited to expand our work to more communities.We also believe a truly sustainable future isn’t only about generating clean power. It’s about reimagining how we value and reuse the resources we already have. Revolve Solar takes great care in designing systems that meet the needs of the individual, community or business.
Products
Waste to watts!
Revolve Solar offers two routes to off-grid solar:1) If it meets your needs, you can order one of our standardized products below.2) If you would like a bespoke solar installation, get in touch via our "Contact Us" tab and we'd be happy to design your system.
Shipping Container Power System
Contact for pricingIncludes: 4 x 280 W solar panels, racking system, internal lighting, battery. Attaches to standard 20' x 8' x 8.6' shipping containers.Interested? Fill out the interest form below and we'll be in touch ASAP.
Solar Powered Picnic Bench
Contact for pricingIncludes: 2 x 280 W solar panels, foldable racking system, battery, USB charging ports.
Backyard Portable Power System
Contact for pricingIncludes: 2 x 280 W solar panels, retractable angle mounts, battery, USB charging ports.
Portfolio
Shoreline Tool Library ProjectInstalling reused solar panels on four shipping containers to provide power and lighting plus integration with a batteryRevolve Solar won a City of Shoreline 2025 Environmental Mini-grant to complete this project. Adding power and lighting to these tool storage spaces means that the Shoreline Tool Library can make better use of the space and expand their services to the local community.
South King Tool Library Solar SunshadesInstalling reused solar panels on picnic benches plus a connected battery and ports for device chargingRevolve Solar partnered with the South King Tool Library to provide their patrons with shade and device charging. This portable solar system also serves as an educational tool and an asset during the many community events hosted by the tool library.
Integrating Solar with the Rockwood Portable Tool LibraryInstalling reused solar panels on the Rockwood Tool Library truckRevolve Solar provided clean, free power to the mobile Rockwood Tool Library truck.
The Team
CEO - Hans Stedman
CFO - Larkin Sayre
Hans is a mechanical engineer with a wealth of experience designing aerospace and ag-tech systems. He previously worked at Blue Origin and startups in the Seattle area. He holds an MS and BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania.
Contact Us
Ready to explore second-life solar solutions? Reach out to learn how we can recover panels, design off-grid systems, or scope out a partnership. We respond to all inquiries.
Resources
Solar design and installation organizations
Solar decommissioning and recycling organizations
Non-profits dedicated to solar reuse