Dan Connelly
Co-Founder & CEO
A passionate engineer, Dan laid the technical foundation for Solar Bear's systems and still obsesses over getting every design exactly right.
A family business built on energy freedom.
When a dedicated nurse and a passionate engineer combined their skills, they didn't just start a solar company — they started a movement to help families own their energy.
Milford, PA
Our home base, serving the Tri-State area
Our story
Rooted locally. Powered by purpose.
Solar Bear Energy was founded by Dan and Flora Connelly — a passionate engineer and a dedicated nurse who set out to help families break free from the cycle of rising electricity bills, both here in the U.S. and in the Philippines.
From our base in Milford, Pennsylvania, we design every system around the customer in front of us, install with our own trained crews, and operate on a simple philosophy: under-promise and over-deliver. We'd rather tell you the truth about solar than oversell it.
The result is solar that looks great, performs for decades, and comes with people you can actually reach when you need them.
Meet the founders
The Connellys.
Two people, two very different careers, one shared mission: clean energy that families actually own.
Flora Connelly
Co-Founder & CFO
A former nurse who traded caring for patients to caring for households — helping families across the U.S. and the Philippines escape high energy bills.
Recognized
Top Renewable Energy Services Provider, 2024.
Solar Bear Energy was named a Top Renewable Energy Services Provider by Energy Tech Review — in recognition of our reputation and the trust we've earned from customers and industry peers.
- Premium equipment from Enphase, SolarEdge, Sol-Ark, Fortress & Generac
- One accountable team from design to interconnection
- Proactive monitoring with issues resolved within 24 hours
What we stand for
The Solar Bear difference.
Honesty first
Straight answers and transparent pricing. If solar isn't right for you, we'll say so.
Quality workmanship
Clean installs, tidy wiring, premium equipment — built to last 25+ years.
Local & accountable
We live and work here. When you need us, you reach real people — not a call center.
Here for the long haul
Industry-leading warranties and ongoing support, long after the panels go up.
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Years of clean power per system
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States served (PA · NY · NJ)
100%
Renewable energy
24hr
Support issue response
Where we work
Proudly serving the Tri-State area.
From our base in Milford, PA, we install solar across Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey — for homes, farms, cabins, and businesses alike.
- Pennsylvania — SRECs & 1-to-1 net metering
- New York — NYSERDA / NY-Sun & state tax credit
- New Jersey — SuSI program & tax exemptions
Let's talk
Work with a team that treats your home like its own.
Book a free consultation and see why our customers value honesty, transparency, and a personal touch.