Belmont Solar Featured on The Financial Times List of The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2026
Gordonville, PA., April 2026 — Belmont Solar has been recognized on the Financial Times List of The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2026, ranking at #242. The list is published annually by the Financial Times and Statista to celebrate the fastest-growing independent companies in North, Central, and South America.
The 2026 rankings include 300 businesses across the region with the highest compound annual growth rate in revenue between 2021 and 2024. In those years, Belmont Solar’s growth rate was 57.1% with a compound annual growth rate of 16.3%. The growth means more than just numbers; it has allowed Belmont Solar to expand its team and reach more local communities.
Founded in 2002 by Ben Zook, Belmont Solar is a Pennsylvania-based solar design, service, and installation company. Zook, certified by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), founded the company to provide clean power to families across the Mid-Atlantic area. Belmont Solar offers grid-tied, hybrid, off-grid, and commercial solar systems as well as solar panel maintenance and solar panel system components.
Growth, like what Belmont has experienced, happens when a company has a clear vision for its future and its community’s. Belmont Solar’s expansion includes the acquisition of Tough Trac, a leading designer and manufacturer of solar panel mounting systems, and partnerships with Solar for America, Sol-Ark, and Tesla. Belmont Solar was also recently recognized on Solar Power World’s Top Solar Contractor 2025 lists, and founder Ben Zook participated in the American Solar Energy Society’s National Solar Tour, welcoming those interested in solar to his net-zero home.
For Zook, education is an essential part of his work at Belmont Solar. He sees a lack of awareness of what solar energy can provide to everyday families, and not cost or technology, as the primary hurdle that prevents more families from embracing solar. As he sees it,
“Everyone who owns a rooftop can be financially responsible for their own energy production, use, and management.”
That belief has guided Belmont Solar, and it’s what continues to drive the company’s growth today.
A neighborhood that completely runs on solar energy is not out of the question in Zook’s world. As electrical grid uncertainty and the rising cost of utilities drive Americans to other solutions, and even after the end of federal solar tax incentives, Belmont’s community-first approach positions the company well for what comes next.
Being included in the Financial Times list is about more than just revenue growth; it recognizes the impact of Belmont’s mission in action. Looking ahead, Zook’s goal “to make solar power a ‘win’ for everyone” remains unchanged. For Belmont Solar, that win is already well underway.
A Bright Mission
Belmont Solar’s mission is to help homeowners and small business owners enjoy the freely available energy from the sun. Backed by years of experience and education, Belmont Solar promises a high-quality solar solution to everyday energy needs.
Backed by the values of Workmanship, Friendship, and Trust, Belmont Solar seeks to achieve the best possible workmanship, fair and equal relationships, so that each customer can completely trust Belmont Solar’s work at every stage of the planning and design process.
Belmont Solar At Work
Belmont Solar specializes in a number of solar panel system designs to fit your lifestyle and energy needs. Explore Belmont Solar’s Grid-tied, Hybrid, Off-Grid, and Commercial solar options, or check out their solar panel products and their solar panel maintenance services.
Grid-Tied
Not ready to go completely off the grid yet? No worries! We understand that it can be a huge change from what you’re used to. With a grid-tied system, you’re still connected with your local utility provider, so you have reliable power even if solar energy alone isn’t enough.
Hybrid
Want a system that has the best of both worlds? A hybrid system can ease you into an off-grid lifestyle by combining the benefits of both a grid-tied and non-grid-tied system. Plus, it features a home battery backup; if there happens to be a grid outage, you’ll still have power.
Off-Grid
Ready to stop relying on your power company? An off-grid system is completely independent, powering your home with high-performance photovoltaic (PV) solar panels, a bank of batteries, and off-grid-compatible appliances.
Commercial
Looking to reduce your energy costs? Adding solar panels can help lower electricity bills and prevent power expenses from eating into your profits. Plus, there are plenty of incentives available for property owners to make the switch.
Join the Movement
Belmont Solar is incredibly honored to be included among the fastest-growing companies in the Americas. Being featured alongside many excellent and impactful businesses is not something to be taken lightly. At Belmont, we’re excited to see how our growth can continue to push solar into local and national conversations.
If you’re considering solar or ready to ditch the utility bill, Belmont Solar can help you plan, dream, and design your solar panel system. To learn more about Belmont Solar’s work, explore our solar installation services, products, and recent projects. Our team is happy to assist you with any questions you may have about the process.