Core Insights - Sunrun's CEO Mary Powell has been recognized by Forbes as one of the inaugural Sustainability Leaders, highlighting her role in driving a sustainable future through innovation and impact [1][6] - Under Powell's leadership, Sunrun has become the first solar-plus-storage company in the U.S. to exceed 1 million customers, achieving significant growth in both customer base and product offerings [2][4] Company Performance - Sunrun has added over 400,000 customers in the last three years, surpassing the 1 million customer milestone [4] - The company installs approximately 1 gigawatt of distributed home solar annually and has increased battery storage installations by 400%, from 23,000 to over 116,000 [4] Leadership and Recognition - Mary Powell's leadership has been acknowledged with multiple accolades, including Utility Dive's 2019 Executive of the Year and a position on Fast Company's list of the 100 Most Creative People [5] - Powell emphasizes the importance of a customer-led clean energy revolution to improve lives and stabilize the grid [3] Industry Context - Forbes' Sustainability Leaders list coincides with the third annual Sustainability Leaders Summit, recognizing leaders who are addressing climate change through scalable solutions and technology [6] - Sunrun's innovative approach to clean energy aims to democratize access to renewable energy and enhance energy security for customers [7]
Sunrun CEO Mary Powell Named a 2024 Forbes' Sustainability Leader