About

With three decades of solar energy experience, Valverde Energy is a national leader in setting standards and designs for the solar industry. Our solar energy systems endure the test of time providing excellent performance with low cost of ownership in the northern New Mexico region, including Santa Fe, Taos, Los Alamos Angel Fire and Chimayo, New Mexico.

Larry Mapes, President and CEO of Valverde Energy

Installing a reliable solar system requires expert knowledge of conventional energy systems and energy use in homes and businesses. Each renewable energy application will benefit our client, whether it is a solar electric or solar heating system. We follow and write standard installation practices and designs to reduce customization thus reducing cost of ownership.

Larry Mapes, founder of Valverde Energy, has 30 years experience, placing him in a unique position in the solar industry on both state and national levels. As a charter member in the NABCEP Solar Thermal Task Committee,  and a technical committee member for the Uniform Solar Energy Code (international code by IAPMO), his expertise continues to help set national standards for the solar industry.  His legislative work within the State of New Mexico also has given him a keen perspective of energy policy overall.

Larry Mapes currently holds electrical, mechanical and general contracting licenses in New Mexico as well as other journeyman’s certifications for residential and commercial applications. He is a NABCEP certified solar thermal installer.

Valverde Energy’s mission is to be a leader in the solar and energy industry, creating quality designs and installations while supplying excellent customer service through  highly skilled staff and trades-people.

Our emphasis is on long-term sustainability.

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