Belmont Solar Ranks on Financial Times Fastest-Growing Companies List

The Pennsylvania-based solar energy company saw 57.1% revenue growth from 2021 to 2024.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:00am

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Belmont Solar, a Pennsylvania-based solar energy company, was ranked No. 242 on the Financial Times list of The Americas' Fastest-Growing Companies 2026. The company reported revenue growth of 57.1% over a three-year period from 2021 to 2024, with a compound annual growth rate of 16.3%.

Why it matters

The recognition on the Financial Times list highlights Belmont Solar's rapid expansion and success in the growing solar energy market, driven by increasing consumer demand for renewable energy solutions amid rising utility costs and concerns about grid reliability.

The details

Founded in 2002 by Ben Zook, Belmont Solar designs, installs, and services solar energy systems, including grid-tied, hybrid, off-grid, and commercial applications. The company's growth has included the acquisition of Tough Trac, a manufacturer of solar panel mounting systems, and partnerships with Solar for America, Sol-Ark, and Tesla. Belmont Solar was also recognized on Solar Power World's 2025 Top Solar Contractor list.

  • Belmont Solar was ranked on the Financial Times list of The Americas' Fastest-Growing Companies 2026.
  • The ranking evaluated company performance from 2021 to 2024.

The players

Belmont Solar

A Pennsylvania-based company that designs, installs, and services solar energy systems, including grid-tied, hybrid, off-grid, and commercial applications.

Ben Zook

The founder of Belmont Solar.

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What they’re saying

“Everyone who owns a rooftop can be financially responsible for their own energy production, use, and management.”

— Ben Zook, Founder, Belmont Solar

The takeaway

Belmont Solar's recognition on the Financial Times list of fastest-growing companies in the Americas underscores the growing demand for solar energy solutions and the company's successful strategy of expanding its product offerings and partnerships to meet that demand.