Edison

Edison Thompson is a renowned inventor, speaker, and entrepreneur with a deep passion for renewable energy solutions. In 2010, he established Solar Forge, an innovative company dedicated to advancing solar technology across the globe, which he successfully expanded until its acquisition by Green Energy Innovations in 2023. Based in Austin, Texas, Edison now focuses on mentoring startups and offering strategic advice to companies looking to transition into sustainable practices.

Thompson has shared his insights through articles on platforms like RenewableEnergyWorld, EcoWatch, CleanTechnica, EnergyPost, and more. He authored the critically acclaimed book "Harnessing the Sun: A Guide to Thriving in the Solar Revolution" (Green Planet Press, 2022), which provides practical steps for individuals and businesses to embrace solar power.

Edison has held leadership roles such as Chair of the Southern Region for the National Renewable Energy Association, President of the Texas Solar Alliance, and twice served as President of the Global Solar Council. From 2015 to 2020, he was also a Research Fellow and Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, where he inspired future generations of engineers and environmentalists.

Among his accolades are the "Innovator of the Year" award from the University of Texas at Austin (2016), “Top 50 Sustainability Leaders” from EcoLeaders Magazine (2018), the "Lifetime Achievement Award" from the Texas Solar Alliance (2021), and the prestigious John T. Lyle Pioneer Award from the National Renewable Energy Association (2023).

Frequently sought after for his expertise, Edison appears in media outlets like Bloomberg, The Economist, National Geographic, Wired, and Discovery Channel, providing commentary on the latest trends and breakthroughs in renewable energy.