“I joined Hanson because of its excellent technical reputation. I left the company after 10 years to move back ‘home’ but returned to Hanson less than 2 years later because of the people and clients – and that was 25 years ago! It has been easy to stay with Hanson.”
Solar energy
We bring decades of engineering excellence to the forefront of solar energy. Our interdisciplinary team delivers custom solar solutions that meet the evolving needs of our utility clients. From concept to commissioning, we help you harness the sun to power the future.
Empowering your projects
Hanson has completed projects in over 40 countries and in all 50 states in the U.S. With a combination of seasoned experience and a local presence from one of our 28 office locations, Hanson is ready to support you. Our contractor-friendly plans help reduce site development costs and streamline construction for large-scale solar installations. As a charter member of the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure, Hanson prioritizes eco-conscious engineering. We facilitate stakeholder engagement, manage permitting processes and provide expert witness services for smooth approvals and community support.

Our solar energy services include:
- site layout
- local agency coordination and permitting
- land acquisition and surveying
- environmental permitting and services
- design/equipment selection
- geotechnical, civil, structural, electrical and mechanical engineering
- foundation designs
- stormwater control designs
- construction quality assurance observation and oversight
- grid integration
- energy modeling and commissioning
- financing coordination/grant assistance
Integrated design- and construction-phase services
We regard geotechnical, structural and civil engineering as more than applications of technology. They are tools that we use to work with you to achieve your unique project goals. Our team of planners, scientists, engineers, surveyors and technicians work closely together and with you throughout the project process.
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You have goals; we have commitment and knowledge. Together, we have endless possibilities for your project’s success. Explore our body of work.
Whether your vision is a straightforward project or a complex vision with many challenges, our specialists are ready to walk through it with you.