Dedicated to the highest quality of service
PETE STOCKING, Owner & Installer
Pete Stocking has been utilizing alternative energy for most of his life. After graduating from Oregon State University with a science degree, Pete lived in the remote Oregon woods off-the-grid. Among the myriad of alternative energy devices employed in the off-grid cabin, solar thermal was one of the most important. During that time, Pete worked as project manager for Pacific Biodiesel on many diverse assignments - almost all of which utilized heat transfer fluids and their associated controls.
With Pete's competency in understanding the importance of project scope, time-line and budget while employing elegant and sustainable technology, he has become an invaluable team-member to Aqua Care Solar LLC.
STEVE RUBY, Founder & Installer
Steve Ruby graduated from Red Rocks Community College in 1993 with a degree in Solar Thermal Technology, where he would later return to teach classes.
Steve has been designing and repairing solar thermal heating systems, solar spas, pools, and home heating devices for more than 30 years. His diverse experience as technician and environmental advocate coupled with his friendly charm make Steve a wonderful asset to Aqua Care Solar LLC and more importantly the solar industry as a whole.
ADAM LANE, Lead Technician
Adam entered the solar field in 1999 in Phoenix Arizona with a company known as SUN AMP Power as a Trace inverter repair technician. From there, Adam pursued a career in renewable energy studying photovoltaic, solar thermal, wind & hydro systems. Eventually he pursued certifications at Everblue College in Golden, Colorado and graduated with NABCEP certification & BPI certification. Adam entered the solar thermal industry in the summer of 2006 working with the leading solar thermal design, engineering, and equipment manufacturing company, Novan Solar. He remained with them until their untimely demise in 2009. From there, Adam joined SolSource and worked in both commercial and residential solar thermal and solar PV until 2011. Adam left SolSource to join Custom Solar for a brief period prior to starting his own solar thermal and PV service and installation company known as Integrative Home Solutions LLC. He currently serves as a senior solar thermal installation and repair engineer at Aqua Care Solar LLC. In addition to his broad solar thermal background, Adam is also well versed in off-grid photovoltaic applications.
RACHEL LEO, Solar Energy Engineer & Marketing Coordinator
Rachel recently graduated from CU Boulder with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Energy Engineering. She has been with Aqua Care Solar for 3 years and has recently become a full-time employee. Rachel is an avid learner and has a thorough understanding of solar energy. Her assistance with project management and system installations on a variety of systems has been a great asset for the company. She has also initiated many marketing projects including redesigning the website, marketing campaigns and SEO analysis.
