Powering your home, your business, your world. (2024)

Record Breaking Atlantic Hurricane Season Looms - Are People Ready?

Generac Urges Americans to Prepare for Power Outages Early

May 6, 2023

Generac Issues 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

In 2023, Generac continued its commitment to enhancing ESG efforts by integrating ESG principles into the strategic planning process, engaging cross-functional leaders globally, and reaffirming ESG as a key strategic enterprise priority for the upcoming year.

April 29, 2024

Generac’s Elizabeth Anderson recognized by the Manufacturing Institute for 2024 Women MAKE Awards

Acknowledging women in the manufacturing industry who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers.

March 20, 2024

Generac Appoints Talal Butt as Chief Information Officer

IT veteran leads new era of innovation at Generac

March 3, 2024

Good Design Awards Honors Multiple Products from Generac

Awards for five products across the portfolio reflect the company’s dedication to innovative design

February 5, 2024

ecobee and Generac Expand Thermostat Integration Capabilities to Include Propane Tanks

ecobee smart thermostats now integrate with Generac Propane Tank Monitors as part of the companies’ single energy management hub for the home

December 5, 2023

Generac and Wallbox Announce Strategic Investment and Commercial Agreement

The industry leaders will bring energy solutions to the global market, including a bidirectional DC EV charger for the home

December 4, 2023

U.S. Department of Energy Announces Generac Power Systems as Part of a $440 Million Commitment to Install Rooftop Solar and Batteries in Puerto Rico’s Most Vulnerable Communities

Generac selected to negotiate its proposal to provide low-income single-family households with solar PV and battery storage

November 7, 2023

U.S. Department of Energy Selects Generac for $50 Million in Federal Funding to Increase Power Grid Resilience in Massachusetts

Generac’s program will focus on enhancing grid flexibility and improving the resilience of the power system against growing threats of extreme weather and climate change

October 27, 2023

Introducing ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera: Sees What Others Can’t

The new ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera offers an industry-leading vertical field of view, crystal clear vision day or night, and a weatherproof design for always-on security

October 17, 2023

Generac Opens New Engineering Center of Excellence in Nevada

Company further expanding in clean energy and creating jobs in priority market

September 21, 2023

Generac Announces Proposed Plans for a New Manufacturing Facility in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

New facility to help address growing demand for the Company’s industrial products

September 13, 2023

Generac Urges Planning Ahead for Power Outages During National Preparedness Month

Rising number of severe weather events driving need for power outage plans

September 12, 2023

ecobee Announces Energy Saving Programs to Help Support Grid Stability Across Ontario

Programs aim to improve grid reliability for Ontario residents.

September 5, 2023

Generac and Buildertrend Announce Joint Initiative to Provide Home Builders and Prospective Homeowners with Easy Design Tools

Generac's comprehensive suite of residential energy solutions added to management software for home builders, remodelers and contractors.

August 8, 2023

ecobee Offers California Residents the Opportunity to Save on Rising Energy Costs

Customers who enroll in the Cali ecosave program can purchase an ecobee smart thermostat starting at only $10 to support a more reliable electrical grid

July 19, 2023

Generac Offers Fuel Flexibility with New Dual Fuel Portable Generator

GP7500E Dual Fuel switches from gasoline to liquid propane with the turn of a dial

May 18, 2023

Iberdrola Now Using Generac Grid Services Concerto™ to Support Grid Stability

Concerto™ platform now enabling Iberdrola to provide Active Demand Response Services

May 17, 2023

Generac Named to Newsweek’s 2023 List of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Generac is committed to continuing and expanding upon DE&I efforts in the workplace

May 16, 2023

Generac Expands Portable Generator Line with Largest Wattage Offering to Date

GP15500EFI and GP18000EFI aimed at offering enough power to provide whole home backup

May 11, 2023

Generac Encourages Homeowners to Prepare Early for Hurricane Season

High levels of uncertainty for the 2023 season make early preparation critical

May 10, 2023

Generac Issues 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

The 2022 report outlines how Generac is executing its mission to lead the evolution to more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions.

April 25, 2023

Generac Industrial Power Introduces SBE Series Battery Energy Storage System for Commercial and Industrial Applications

New offering aimed at helping customers reduce carbon emissions, save on energy costs, and improve energy resilience

April 12, 2023

ecobee Thermostats Now Able to Integrate with Generac Home Standby Generators

Smart thermostats become a central, easy-to-use home energy management interface

April 18, 2023

Generac Named to Newsweek’s 2023 List of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies

U.S. residents rated companies on three touchpoints: customer trust, investor trust, and employee trust

March 31, 2023

DR Power Equipment Introduces Battery-Powered Brush Mower, One of the First in the Industry

DR FB26E Electric Field and Brush Mower Cuts Up to 90 Minutes on a Single Charge

March 29, 2023

Generac Introduces the GS100 Solar Panel for Off-Grid Charging of the Company’s Portable Battery Stations

New offering creates the Company’s first fully portable solar + battery solution

March 15, 2023

Generac and Independent Electrical Contractors, Inc. Launch Joint Initiative to Invest in the Future of the Electrical Workforce

Offering certified installer training to field and apprentice contractors in IEC’s Rocky Mountain, Texas Gulf Coast and Florida West Coast chapters

February 28, 2023

Mean Green Launches FURY, New Compact Electric Mower

One of the narrowest battery-powered, stand-on mowers available in market

February 22, 2023

Pramac Acquires REFU Storage Systems, Expanding Company’s Commercial and Industrial Energy Systems Portfolio

Acquisition adds new C&I energy storage system offerings to the Pramac portfolio of products

February 1, 2023

Generac Announces Home Standby Generator Integration with ecobee Smart Thermostats

Home energy management to be incorporated into a central, easy-to-use interface

January 31, 2023

Generac to Expand its Clean Energy Offering with the Addition of Residential Electrical Vehicle Chargers

Reliable and easy-to-install level 2 home charger capable of charging a car’s battery in as little as four to six hours

January 31, 2023

Generac Grid Services Reports 2022 as a Historic Year for Delivery of Its Grid Reliability Solutions

Working with energy markets, utilities and their customers, Generac Grid Services delivered more than 34 GWh of capacity to help keep the energy grid stable

January 17, 2023

Generac Industrial Power Expands Innovative Transfer Switch Line

New offering includes products designed to be the safest on the market and most reliable in emergency situations

January 11, 2023

Mean Green Opens New Facility in Ohio to Help Meet Consumer Demand

The expansion supports the trend of the lawn and landscape market to focus on heavy-duty, electric-powered equipment.

December 8, 2022

Generac Acquires Equity Stake in WATT Fuel Cell

Generac announced a minority equity investment in WATT Fuel Cell Corp., a leading developer and manufacturer of low emissions Solid Oxide Fuel Cell stacks and systems. The two companies plan to collaborate on the design and development of low-emission resiliency solutions.

December 7, 2022

Generac Mourns the Passing of the Company’s Founder Robert Kern

Recognizing nearly five decades of forward-thinking leadership, Generac announces founder’s passing at the age of 96.

November 9, 2022

Why You Need Home Batteries. (No, It's Not All About Blackouts)

CNET editor Brian Cooley and installer Rob Heckendorn recap features of the Generac PWRcell Solar + Battery Storage system and how it can help homeowners save money on their day-to-day electricity usage, as well as protect against power outages

October 24, 2022

Generac Introduces Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Generator That Only Emits Water and Filtered Air

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports on Generac’s recent agreement to bring French company EODev’s GEH2 hydrogen fuel-cell generator to the North American market.

October 11, 2022

Generac Announces Acquisition of Industrial IoT Platform Blue Pillar

Latest addition to provide connectivity solutions for commercial and industrial customers and applications

October 4, 2022

Generac and EODev Announce Agreement Bringing Hydrogen Fuel Cell Generators to North America

A formal distribution agreement will introduce French company EODEV’s large-scale, zero-emissions hydrogen fuel cell power generators to the North American market

October 3, 2022

Generac CEO discusses hurricane response, labor market and inflation

President and CEO Aaron Jagdfeld Discusses Hurricane Response, Labor Market and InflationPresident and CEO Aaron Jagdfeld joins Matt Smith on WISN-12 ‘UpFront’ to discuss Storm Team Response efforts, expansion in Wisconsin and inflationary impacts

October 2, 2022

Generac to Deliver Generators to Hurricane Victims in Florida

Aaron Jagdfeld, Generac president and CEO, joins ‘The Exchange’ to discuss the impact of Hurricane Ian and how his company intends to assist in keeping cities powered during storms

September 28, 2022

More Power Outages Make ‘Storm Stock’ Generac a Buy. Shares Could Surge 50%

A feature in Barron’s highlights the value of Generac stock in a portfolio due to the increasing need for home backup power, as well as the company’s continued growth

September 22, 2022

Generac Introduces Portable Power Stations

Generac enters the portable battery market with all-new GB1000 and GB2000 Portable Power Stations, unlocking battery power virtually anytime, anyplace

September 26, 2022

Generac Grid Services and Pearlstone Energy to Provide Flexible Capacity to the U.K. Grid

Generac Grid Services’ Concerto™ platform to enable cost-savings for large facility owners while supporting power grid stability

September 15, 2022

Generac Adds Norm Taffe as President – Energy Technology

Taffe to lead the strategy for the Energy Technology organization at Generac, which is focused on supporting the next-generation grid with a comprehensive energy ecosystem

August 25, 2022

Generac Grid Services Awarded Contract to Provide DERMS Solution to APS

Generac Grid Services’ Concerto program has been selected to deliver a comprehensive, end-to-end DERMS solution for Arizona Public Service, the state’s largest utility provider

August 16, 2022

Backup Plan: How Generac Thrives Amid Grid Blackouts And Natural Disasters

President and CEO Aaron Jagdfeld talks with Forbes about Generac’s market-leading residential power solutions and the company’s efforts to further grow energy resilience and independence

August 1, 2022

Generac Grid Services and German Utility RWE to Expand Collaboration

Companies to jointly launch additional market products following delivery of uninterrupted aFRR capacity for last six months

June 2, 2022

Generac Grid Services, PosiGen Announce a First-of-its-Kind Program to Expand Access to Clean Energy for Low- to Moderate- Income Residents

Initiative aimed at enhancing grid stability and helping to advance a cleaner energy future

May 19, 2022

Generac Grid Services Unveils New EV Charging Solutions for Utilities and EV Owners

New initiative to help unlock financial incentives to EV drivers, while providing utilities with valuable monitoring data

May 12 2022

Powermate Introduces Two Dual-Fuel Capable Portable Generators

New options provide consumers with flexibility at home or on the go

May 3, 2022

Generac Urges Homeowners to Prepare Early for Power Outages this Hurricane Season

Seasonal Forecast Indicates Above-Average Atlantic Hurricane Activity for 2022

May 2, 2022

Generac Issues Annual Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

Generac today announced the issuance of the Company's ESG report for the period ending December 31, 2021.

April 26, 2022

Generac Suspends Sales to Russia

Effective immediately, the Company is temporarily suspending its branch operations and sales in Russia.

March 8, 2022

Generac Adds Nam Tran Nguyen to Board of Directors

Nam Tran Nguyen has joined Generac's Board of Directors where she will also serve on the Company’s Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.

February 7, 2022

Sunnova and Generac Expand Partnership to Bring Increased Resiliency to Homeowners

This expansion will allow Sunnova to add Generac’s newly updated technology to its current suite of offerings.

February 1, 2022

Generac Grid Services Partners with California Utility on Virtual Power Plant Program

Power Flex Initiative Engages Residential Customers in Peak Demand Management

January 26, 2022

Generac Announces the Closing of Its Acquisition of ecobee Inc.

Acquisition creates a home energy ecosystem benefiting both homeowners andgrid operators

December 1, 2021

Generac to Acquire ecobee Inc.

Generac has signed an agreement to acquire ecobee Inc., a pioneer in the smart thermostat market.

November 2021