The Solar Roots Party
Grass Valley, CA
UPDATE: Solar Roots Party has been postponed until 2026
As most of you already know, the 30% federal tax credits for residential solar will be eliminated this year with very little advanced notice. As a result, we've made the difficult decision to postpone the documentary debut and the Solar Roots Party until sometime next year. I anticipate having the new rescheduled date sorted out within the next couple months.
Given the turmoil created by the federal government and the resulting challenges that will be faced by our industry as companies race to complete work by year's end, we felt it was impractical to hold a party when so many people will be unable to attend. I also recognize that the coming months will be a period of uncertainty where many of our colleagues will be trying to sort out their next steps in their professional and personal lives.
Despite the new hurdles presented by this complexity, we remain committed to finishing the documentary and delivering it free to the world, so everyone can learn the TRUE STORY of the birth of an industry, be entertained by the creative genius of these amazing pioneers, and hopefully be inspired to embrace sustainability in their everyday lives.
I remain undeterred. I believe in solar energy. I believe in the magical benefits of photovoltaics, and I believe that in time, our industry will overcome this new obstacle to achieve continued growth and success.
My business (Planet Plan Sets) will continue to provide our customers with the quality service and support they need to make solar power the leading form of electrical power generation for the good of all. We will survive, and in time, we will thrive and succeed with our mission to bring solar power to the people, and make the world a better place.
We anticipate having the new schedule dates for the Solar Roots debut and Solar Roots party late 2025.
See the documentary debut of
"Solar Roots - the Pioneers of PV"


About the documentary film "Solar Roots - the Pioneers of PV"
Solar Roots - the Pioneers of PV tells the true story of the birth of an industry with focus on those visionary engineers and business hippies that brought solar power down from space into homes around the world. This website serves as a hub for learning about the documentary, exploring the history of solar photovoltaics, and connecting with the "Solar Family" - a community of pioneers and professionals dedicated to renewable energy.

Our mission
Solar photovoltaics (PV) is a magical technology that converts the power of sunlight into electricity with no moving parts to generate clean energy to power our planet.
Our mission is to educate & inspire by connecting dedicated solar professionals and advocates with other member of the Solar Community who share the passion to expand solar power by promoting sustainability and knowledge of our unique history to help make the world a better place.

Past Events
Solar Pioneer Parties
2015, 2016, & 2017
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