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Solstice

acquired by Perch EnergyTechstars '17

Boston, US · Founded 2014 · 32 employees on LinkedIn · 13 known investors

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Acquired by Perch Energy February 2026 · terms undisclosed · source ↗

Solstice connects households and businesses to local solar farms through a software platform that qualifies subscribers based on energy needs rather than credit scores, enabling bill savings through solar credits. The company focuses on making clean energy accessible to underserved communities across the United States.

Founders & leadership

Solstice was founded in 2014 by Sandhya Murali and Steph Speirs.

SMSandhya Murali
Sandhya MuraliCo-Founder & CEO
SSSteph Speirs
Steph SpeirsCo-founderSteph Speirs co-founded Solstice, a platform connecting households and businesses to community solar. She previously worked at the White House National Security Council and in clean energy companies in India and Pakistan, and holds a B.A. from Yale, an M.P.A. from Princeton, and an M.B.A. from MIT.
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Kirk ArnoldNamed on SEC filing

Board

SL
Schuyler LanceBoard director

Investors · 13

PowerhousereportedOakland · $150K – $2M

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TRANSFORMATION CAPITALreportedBoston

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$47.6M disclosed across 4 rounds · 2018–2026

▶$3.1MraisedAug 2020 · 19 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Stephanie SpeirsExecutive Officer, Director
  • Sandhya MuraliExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$3.5M
Amount sold
$3.1M
First sale
May 2020
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2016
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$2.5MraisedJan 2019 · 25 investors · Environmental Services
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Kirk ArnoldDirector
  • Schuyler LanceDirector
  • Stephanie SpeirsExecutive Officer, Director
  • Sandhya MuraliExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$4M
Amount sold
$2.5M
Proceeds to insiders
$190K
First sale
Dec 2018
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2016
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Solstice do?
Solstice connects households and businesses to local solar farms through a software platform that qualifies subscribers based on energy needs rather than credit scores, enabling bill savings through solar credits. The company focuses on making clean energy accessible to underserved communities across the United States.
Who founded Solstice?
Solstice was founded by Sandhya Murali, Steph Speirs in 2014.
Who are Solstice's investors?
Solstice's investors include American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact, Dorm Room, E8 Angels, SE Ventures, SustainVC, Techstars, True Wealth Ventures, Ford Street Ventures and 5 more.
How much funding has Solstice raised?
Solstice has disclosed $47.6M raised across 4 rounds.
Who acquired Solstice?
Solstice was acquired by Perch Energy.
Where is Solstice headquartered?
Solstice is headquartered in Boston, US.