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Our Story

About North American Renewables

An Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firm focused on renewable energy projects across the United States.

Our Purpose

Our Mission

North American Renewables (NAR) is an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firm focused on renewable energy projects. Our commitment is more than just a business—it's a mission. NAR aims to lead toward a sustainable future by installing renewable energy solutions across the United States.

174.7+ MW
Installed Capacity
Canton, Massachusetts
Headquarters
Founded in 2023
By Industry Veterans
Our Principles

Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do at North American Renewables.

Safety and environmental stewardship
On-time, on-budget project delivery
Quality workmanship and client satisfaction
Continuous improvement and operational excellence
Staff development and apprenticeship programs
Innovation through proprietary technology and processes
Our Team

Meet Our Leadership

Our experienced team of industry professionals brings over 50 years of combined experience to every project.

Jim Bisson Jr.

Jim Bisson Jr.

President & CEO

Jim is responsible for all aspects of daily operations. He maintains an 'Open Door' policy, ensuring he is always accessible to all customers and associates alike. Jim leads through example and takes personal responsibility for each project's success. He drives continuous improvement through Kaizen programs and staff development initiatives. His vision centers on authenticity, innovation, and extraordinary performance.

Steve Beals

Steve Beals

Senior Vice President

As Senior Vice President of Operations for NAR/PEC, Steve Beals is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the operations. He brought over 30 years of industry experience to the role in 2013, including 20 years in leadership positions on fast-track projects. Previously a Regional Vice President at a top 50 commercial electrical contractor, Steve focuses on developing NAR/PEC's trademarked Lean Construction processes.

Josh Farkes

Josh Farkes

Senior VP Business Development

Josh joined NAR in November 2022 from Borrego Energy, where he served as project developer and nationwide EPC Account Manager. He understands community shared solar markets and the needs of IPPs and financing parties. At NAR, Josh leads Sales and Preconstruction teams, ensuring business development connects with prime opportunities while maintaining focus on on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Steve Pietrzykowski

Steve Pietrzykowski

Senior VP Operations

Steve has a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and obtained his North American Board of Energy Practitioners Certified Solar PV Installation Professional in 2009. His broad electrical industry experience and solar expertise enable an innovative operational leadership approach grounded in deep technical knowledge.

Richard Van Fleet

Richard Van Fleet

Sr. Vice President of Construction

Richard joined NAR in April 2024 from Terrasmart, where he directed project operations for over 2.5 GW of solar installations. Driven by his passion to create a culture that employees can be proud of, one where health and safety is not a process, but a lifestyle. He holds a civil engineering degree and emphasizes problem-solving, efficiency, and quality.

Our Journey

Our Story

Founded in 2023 by industry veterans, North American Renewables emerged from opportunity by renewable energy professionals with a shared vision for sustainable energy solutions. Our leadership team collectively brings over 50 years of combined experience in the renewable energy sector, enabling us to deliver exceptional results on every project we undertake.

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