About us -
Enabling global resiliency

We believe in the power of clean energy to transform communities and drive economic growth.

WeSolar Inc. is a millennial-led, community-focused commercial solar developer dedicated to making renewable energy accessible to all. Founded by Kristal Hansley, WeSolar is the nation’s first Black-woman-owned solar development firm, specializing in projects that empower underserved communities. With over 16 years of combined industry experience, our team has successfully developed more than 20 MW of community solar projects across 20 states.

At WeSolar, we believe in the power of clean energy to transform communities and drive economic growth. We partner with landowners, financial institutions, and solar developers to create sustainable energy solutions that benefit everyone. Our mission is to bring equitable, clean energy to communities that have been historically overlooked, ensuring that the benefits of solar power are shared by all.

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What we're about - Our mission

To make clean, affordable solar energy accessible to every community, particularly those that have been underserved by traditional energy providers.

Our vision

A future where sustainable energy is the norm, and all communities have access to the economic and environmental benefits of solar power.

Our values

Driven by equity, sustainability, and innovation to transform every community’s energy future.

  • Equity. We prioritize projects that serve low-to-moderate-income households and marginalized communities.
  • Sustainability. We are committed to reducing carbon footprints and promoting green energy solutions.
  • Innovation. We use cutting-edge technology to optimize solar energy production and efficiency.

Leadership

  • Kristal Hansley

    Kristal Hansley

    Founder and CEO

Team

  • Gabrielle Jadotte

    Gabrielle Jadotte

    Director of Operations

  • Terrence Samuel

    Terrence Samuel

    Illinois Director

Board of Directors

  • Ron Mitchell

    Ron Mitchell

    Co-Founder and CEO of Humanity Health

  • Tamara O'Laughlin

    Tamara O'Laughlin

    President and CEO of Environmental Grantmakers Association

  • Ed Rossier

    Ed Rossier

    Managing Director and Head of Renewable Energy at Enhanced Capital

Community Advisors

  • Reverend Dr. Derrick Dewitt

    Reverend Dr. Derrick Dewitt

    Director and CFO of Maryland Baptist Aged Home

  • Crystal Parker

    Crystal Parker

    Community Organier at WeSolar Inc.

  • Deb Tillet

    Deb Tillet

    President and Executive Director of Emerging Technology Centers

  • Monica Cooper

    Monica Cooper

    Co-Founder of Maryland Justice Project

  • Parinda Darden

    Parinda Darden

    Technology Advisor; CEO of Wildgrid Inc. and CTO of Wildgrid.ai Inc.

Tell us about your project

Our offices

  • Maryland
    2 Wisconsin Circle Suite 700
    Chevy Chase, MD 20815-7007
  • New York
    288 Park Ave S Suite 72359
    New York, NY 10003-1502