Eric Peterman

Eric Peterman is the founder and former CEO of GRNE Solar, a solar engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm. He co-founded GRNE Solar in 2012 and led the company until its acquisition by Nelnet, Inc. in 2022.34 Currently, Peterman serves as the Director of EPC Services at Nelnet Renewable Energy.23

Peterman has a background in Industrial Engineering & Management Sciences and Economics from Northwestern University.2 Before his career in the solar industry, he was briefly a member of the Chicago Bears football team as an undrafted free agent wide receiver in 2009.5

Under Peterman's leadership, GRNE Solar expanded its operations across multiple states, offering residential, commercial, and utility-scale solar installations.13 The company rebranded as Nelnet Renewable Energy in August 2023, continuing to provide solar services with a focus on customer satisfaction and innovation.34

Peterman is also involved in industry associations, serving as Vice President of Membership for the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA), supporting solar education and advocacy.6