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We Buy Legacy

Solar Projects

Sell Your Legacy Solar Project.

Get an estimate in 30 seconds. We buy commercial solar assets 6+ years old across the Northeast—in any condition.

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The Process

Your Path to a Total Exit

Three simple steps from estimate to cash in hand. See full process →

  1. Get Your Estimate

    Our proprietary algorithm analyzes 15 years of market data to give you an instant valuation. Fast, frictionless, accurate—built specifically for legacy solar.

  2. Expert Review

    We evaluate system condition, revenue potential, existing contracts, and local market factors. Your estimate may adjust based on what we learn.

  3. Total Exit

    We buy the asset, assume all contracts and liabilities, and you walk away completely free. The process typically takes 45–90 days from accepted offer to closing.

David Katz, Founder & CEO

Founder & CEO

Who You're Working With

15 Years of Northeast Solar Experience

After 15 years in Northeast solar—from building NYC's largest solar company to operating aging fleets—founder David Katz saw a gap: What happens to these assets as they age?

Do Good Energy was founded to provide a straightforward exit for legacy solar owners. You're working with a company backed by deep industry expertise and direct access to decision-makers.

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Stop wondering what your asset is worth.

Why Choose Us

Why Sell to Do Good Energy?

We handle the complexity so you can exit cleanly

Fast & Transparent

Instant estimate in 30 seconds. Due diligence in weeks, not months. We typically close in 45–90 days—no lengthy delays or hidden contingencies.

✓ Clear timeline & expectations

Total Liability Transfer

We take over all maintenance, insurance, and operations. Your headache ends here—permanently.

✓ Zero future obligations

We Buy "As-Is"

Perfectly working, underperforming, or you just don't know anymore—we buy in any condition. You don't need to fix anything before selling.

✓ No repairs or upgrades needed

Eligibility

Is Your Project a Fit?

We work with most commercial solar projects in the Northeast. See full criteria →

Systems 6+ years old

Built 2019 or earlier

Commercial scale

Industrial or institutional projects

Northeast US

NY, NJ, MA, MD, VT, DC, PA

Any condition

Functioning, underperforming, or neglected

Not sure if you qualify? Put it in anyway or reach out directly. We review every submission and can help projects with unique circumstances.

Industry Insights

Renew. Rethink. Read.

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Anonymous donor helps Philadelphia Habitat for Humanity homes go solar

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Solar’s threat to NYS agriculture may be overstated
Clean Energy Transition
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Solar’s threat to NYS agriculture may be overstated

New research from Cornell finds that farmers who lease land for solar are three times more likely to reinvest in their farms than leave agriculture. The study suggests solar income can help keep farms viable, while resistance often comes from community identity, not economics.

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Global energy transition hits a hardware bottleneck
Grid & Infrastructure
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Global energy transition hits a hardware bottleneck

Transformer shortages are emerging as a major bottleneck for the energy transition, with lead times stretching up to five years and costs rising sharply. As demand from renewables, electrification, and data centers grows, the pace of grid expansion is now limited by how fast this critical equipment can be manufactured.

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Not sure if your project fits?

Let's talk anyway. We review every submission and can help you understand your options.