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From very early on our founders understood that solar power was going to become central to powering our homes and businesses. As business people they also understood that the switch was not going to happen overnight. Therefore, it was key to focus on both technological feasibility and economic viability. Over the years PROINSO has expanded horizontally and vertically and launched industry-leading initiatives.

2006

 

Launch in Navarra, Spain

PROINSO was founded in the northern Spanish region of Navarre, the land of Francis Xavier and Santiago Ramon y Cajal. We specialised in the supply of products and services for both ground-mount and rooftop installations.

2008

 

Solar Events

PROINSO participated in Open Americas 2008 (USA), showcasing its commitment to innovation and sustainable solutions.

2009

 

Solar Events

PROINSO took part in Open Asia 2009 (Hong Kong), demonstrating its leadership in advanced energy solutions and sustainability.

2009

 

Qualified Installer Network

PROINSO launches its international network of Qualified Installers, becoming the first non-manufacturer in the sector to start a network of this nature.

2011

 

Solar Events

At Open Africa 2011 (South Africa), PROINSO contributed to the dialogue on renewable energy, highlighting its role in driving sustainable energy solutions.

2011

 

Solar Energy Solidarity

Solar Energy Solidarity started as a solidarity initiative by PROINSO, to embrace corporate social responsibility and commit to providing off-grid communities with the technical tools to use solar power as a clean energy source. 

2015

 

EPM service program launch

PROINSO EPM is created so that projects can be delivered by local construction partners with comprehensive support from PROINSO’s engineering, procurement and management capabilities.

2016

 

COP Poland

PROINSO selected by the UK government to participate and to share the best of British climate leadership at the UK Pavilion.

2018

 

The Queen’s Award for Enterprise

PROINSO wins the 2018 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade in recognition of its outstanding performance. The Royal Grant of Appointment can be attributed to PROINSO’s export growth of 115% to over 100 countries in just three years.

2018

 

The Queen’s Award for Enterprise

PROINSO wins the 2018 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade in recognition of its outstanding performance. The Royal Grant of Appointment can be attributed to PROINSO’s export growth of 115% to over 100 countries in just three years.

2019

 

COP Madrid

PROINSOselected by the UK government to share the best of British climate leadership at the U.K. Pavilion.

2019

 

ETIAM Insights launch

ETIAM Insights, a PROINSO company, is a global professional service company with in-depth knowledge and relationships in new energy sectors. Leveraging decades of experience by its team members, ETIAM combine strategic foresight with access to current industry leaders and their insights, knowledge and best practices.

2019

 

Asian Power Award

The award-winning 2.16MWp solar rooftop project in Carmelray Industrial Park I, Philippines, built by SOLAREN and PROINSO, is one of the country’s largest industrial systems. Using SMA’s advanced inverters and the ennexOS platform, it helps a leading food company reduce energy costs, lower its carbon footprint, and prepare for future energy needs.

2021

 

Asian Power Award

The award-winning 1.453 MWp solar rooftop project at Lac Long Company in Vietnam, developed under the BLT (Build-Lease-Transfer) model by PROINSO, VU PHONG ENERGY GROUP, and financed by ECOLIGO, enables businesses to access clean energy without upfront investment. This project reduces CO₂ emissions by over 1,843 tons annually, produces approximately 2,105 MWh/year, and supports Vietnam’s renewable energy goals.

2022

 

Philippines Solar Week Leadership Awards

PROINSO won two awards at the Philippines Solar Week Leadership Awards 2022: “Best Solar Project of the Year – Rooftop (Industrial)” and “Solar Company of the Year: Consultancy,” for a 300.30 kWp rooftop project with MARULAS INDUSTRIAL CORPORATION. The project reduces CO₂ emissions by over 907 tons annually and highlights PROINSO’s expertise in delivering high-performance, sustainable solar solutions in the Philippines since 2009.

2022

 

C&I Energy SEA Leadership Awards

PROINSO was recognized with an award for excellence in South East Asia’s C&I segments for the 1.180 kWp HAMECO project, developed in partnership with KAIZEN Institute, H2T, and Ecoligo. This project further strengthens PROINSO’s position in the region, with over 600 MW of solar projects in the utility, commercial, and industrial sectors, and incorporates future energy management capabilities.

2023

 

Philippines Solar Week Leadership Awards

PROINSO, in partnership with Renesource Inc. and Ecoligo, successfully developed two Solar PV projects in the Mactan Economic Zone, Cebu, for Sport City International (SCI), marking the first fully permitted zero-capex solar installations in the area. These projects, a 350 kWp system for Mactan Apparels Inc. and a 610 kWp installation for Metrowear Inc., provide reliable clean energy, significant savings, and carbon emission reduction, with zero upfront costs, while also enabling future expansion across SCI’s other factories.

2023

 

The Energy Awards

PROINSO, in partnership with local EPC partner SGA-Solar Grid Alternatives, was a finalist for 'Energy Project of the Year – Retail, Commercial, Industrial' for their 221 kWp solar PV system at Pedro Farms in the Philippines. This innovative project helps reduce energy costs, improve farm productivity, and promote sustainability, while also encouraging youth involvement in modern farming practices using solar power for irrigation, lighting, and cooling.

2024

 

The Energy Awards

PROINSO was a finalist in the Energy Project of the Year – Industrial & Agricultural category for the solar project developed with Silk Grass Farms in Belize. This large-scale project, which provides 75-80% of the farm's operational power, highlights our commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality through renewable energy.

2024

 

The Solar EPC Week Leadership Awards

PROINSO, winner of the Most Preferred Company of the Year in the Energy Storage Solutions category.

2024

 

Strategic Partnership with MECASOLAR 2024

PROINSO form a strategic partnership with MECASOLAR, with senior management joining MECASOLAR's newly formed leadership team. The addition of PROINSO's Chairman and CEO, Mark Randall, as Chairman of MECASOLAR brings a wealth of experience, strengthening the board's expertise in both public and private companies.