Proof of Usefulness Report

SOL Systems

Analysis completed on 2/17/2026

+682
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Sol Systems is a verified, major national solar finance and development firm managing over 7 GW of assets (valued at >$2 Billion) and serving 40,000+ customers. This places it significantly above the 'Much Larger Scale' calibration baseline ($10M+ revenue) with verified annual revenues estimated between $55M-$100M. However, the submission itself contains low-quality elements (user 'FrostRider', claim 'most people have used my product'), suggesting a low-effort or test entry. The score reflects the massive real-world utility and verified traction of the entity, penalized slightly by the unprofessional response quality.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+230
Audience Reach Impact+176
Technical Innovation+84
Evidence Of Traction+190
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+5
Subtotal+775
Usefulness Multiplierx0.88
Final Score+682

Project Details

Project URL
solsystems.com
Description
Sol Systems is a national clean energy firm focused on building domestic energy that benefits local communities. The Company is operating, building, and managing over 7 GW of projects across 38 States for Fortune 500 companies, municipalities, utilities, schools, and more than 40,000 customers across the United States. Sol Systems works with institutional clients, corporate partners, and foundations to create an energy future we can all believe in. The company was founded in 2008 and is led by its founder. For more information, visit https://www.solsystems.com/.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline