Ed Eaton

Ed Eaton has been active in the solar energy field since 1981 when he started Our Sun Solar, a solar oven company.  As sole proprietor at Our Sun Solar today, he is installing and consulting on PV systems and building and designing solar ovens. Ed has worked in the solar industry as a professional system designer, installer and teacher.

In 1983 he founded the Tucson Solar Potluck & Exhibition, now entering into its 30th year, and co-founded the solar energy advocacy group Citizens for Solar. In 1988 Ed served on the Arizona Solar Energy Association’s Board of Directors.

Ed has participated in and organized many educational demonstrations and events for the general public, schools, environmental groups and energy professionals. His work has led to several installations of photovoltaics in school camps, state parks, and environmental learning centers.

Ed was on the staff of Solar Energy International (SEI) as one of the primary instructors from 1993 to 2003 where he instructed workshops in Solar Water Pumping, Solar Cooking, Basic and Advanced Photovoltaics.  Ed continues to teach for SEI on a contractual basis. He is an ISP Certified Affiliated Master Trainer of Photovoltaics who has taught over 3000 people through SEI and other workshops.