When Harry Met Solar - Solar News and Press Releases

Solar’s long-term team members are the keys to our success. Recently, our longest serving employee, Harry, retired after 50 years with the company.

When Harry met Solar, it was 1968. At the time, a gallon of gas was approximately 34 cents in the U.S. and Solar was celebrating its 40th anniversary. Harry was a quality test technician for most of his career. He played a key role in many projects and made many dear friends.

It is a company tradition to pass the Solar cane to the longest serving employee. This cane has been around since the early 1970s. Every employee who has possessed the cane has carved their name into it. During Harry’s retirement ceremony, he passed the cane to Solar’s new longest serving employee, Gary. There are 12 names now on the cane.

The Solar team congratulates Harry and thanks him for his 50 years of service!

The Solar Cane tradition - Harry passing the cane to Gary.
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The Solar Cane tradition - Harry passing the cane to Gary.

Harry and the proud Solar team.
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Harry and the proud Solar team.

Harry and his customized turbine clock, a gift from the Solar team.
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Harry and his customized turbine clock, a gift from the Solar team.

Harry and his wife, Linda. He presented flowers to her during his retirement ceremony.
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Harry and his wife, Linda. He presented flowers to her during his retirement ceremony.

Solar's Vice President of Power Generation and Strategic Growth presenting the clock to Harry.
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Solar's Vice President of Power Generation and Strategic Growth presenting the clock to Harry.

The Solar Cane tradition - Harry passing the cane to Gary.
Harry and the proud Solar team.
Harry and his customized turbine clock, a gift from the Solar team.
Harry and his wife, Linda. He presented flowers to her during his retirement ceremony.
Solar's Vice President of Power Generation and Strategic Growth presenting the clock to Harry.

 

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