Solvari, the manufacturer of the innovative all-in-one residential solar panel, has announced that Eric Hafter, co-founder of Origami Solar and recognized industry leader, has joined its Advisory Board.  

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Mr. Hafter brings over three decades of leadership experience across solar product development and manufacturing, project development, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC). Throughout his career, he has been at the forefront of advancing scalable, cost-effective, and sustainable solar solutions.

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Mr. Hafter cofounded Enable Energy, which later became BayWa r.e. Power Solutions, and previously served as Sr. Vice President of Sharp Solar for the Americas. He also played a pivotal role as a general manager and board member at PowerLight, which later became SunPower. In addition, Mr. Hafter has led innovations in solar mounting and balance-of-system technologies, including the development of rail-free residential racking systems and flat-roof mounting solutions.

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Most recently Mr. Hafter cofounded Origami Solar, which pioneered the steel roll-formed solar panel frame solution that increases performance, reduces cost, and lowers carbon emissions. At Origami he assembled a world-class team of solar, technology, and intellectual property executives who advanced the design, engineering, testing, and commercialization of the company’s patented solution. Origami Solar was purchased by NextPower in 2025 for $53M, continuing Mr. Hafter's track record of successful exits.

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“Eric is a proven leader and innovator in solar,” says Samuel Truthseeker, CEO of Solvari. “I first worked with him at PowerLight prior to the solar boom, where I found his vision, expertise, and ability to drive results to be remarkable. Now, we are collaborating once again to reshape the residential solar industry. His track record of building world-class companies with successful exits will be invaluable as we innovate and scale the business.”

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When asked about Solvari's role in the evolving solar market, Mr. Hafter remarked, “Our industry, especially in the residential space, is facing tough times, where the loss of investment tax credits must be offset by lower costs. Solvari’s all-in-one solution delivers that savings and more, allowing the entire value chain to thrive, even without incentives.”

 

When asked about his decision to join Solvari’s team, Mr. Hafter stated, “Samuel and I have known and worked together for a very long time. In fact, he was a significant contributor to Origami’s early product development and testing. I’ve seen firsthand his capabilities and share his vision for a simplified rooftop solution that delivers multiple benefits and added value. I’m excited to join the Solvari team and look forward to helping bring their innovative solution to the market.”

 

As a member of Solvari’s Advisory Board, Mr. Hafter will provide strategic guidance on fundraising, corporate governance, market expansion, and industry partnerships as the company continues to grow and scale its offerings.

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ABOUT SOLVARI

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Solvari is revolutionizing residential solar with its all-in-one, factory-built solar panels that include racking, flashing, mounting hardware, wiring, and power electronics into a single SKU. Designed for speed and simplicity, each panel installs in minutes with minimal training, drastically reducing labor, logistics, quality issues, and installation time. By streamlining solar deployment, Solvari makes companies more efficient and profitable.

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Learn more at https://www.solvarisolar.com

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