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SolarCity, founded on July 4, 2006, by Lyndon and Peter Rive, specialized in selling and installing solar energy systems for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Headquartered in Fremont, California, the company aimed to make solar energy affordable and accessible, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.
Acquired by Tesla in 2016 for approximately $2.6 billion, SolarCity significantly impacted the solar energy market. Key figures included CEO Lyndon Rive, CTO Peter Rive, and Chairman Elon Musk. The acquisition led to the formation of Tesla Energy, continuing SolarCity's mission under Tesla's umbrella.
Operating Status
Acquired
Ownership Type(s)
Public
Main Product(s)
Solar Energy, Energy Services
Technology
Cleantech
Tags
SaaS
Model Types
Recurring
Customer Type(s)
Consumers, Enterprise
Geographic Exposure
United States
When was SolarCity founded?
SolarCity was founded in 2006.
Where is SolarCity’s headquarters located?
SolarCity’s headquarters is located in San Mateo, PH.
When was SolarCity’s last funding round?
SolarCity’s most recent funding round was for $305M (USD) in September 2016.
How many employees does SolarCity have?
SolarCity has 15000 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.
How much has SolarCity raised to-date?
As of July 05, 2023, SolarCity has raised a total of $1.8B (USD) since Sep 12, 2016.
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Total Raised to Date
$1.8B
USD
Last Update Sep 12, 2016
Last Deal Details
$305M
USD
Sep 12, 2016
Post Ipo Equity
Total Employees Over Time
15000
As of Feb 2024
SolarCity Address
San Mateo,
Philippines
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