SUNation Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: SUNE) announced it has entered into a strategic financing agreement with Participate Energy to support residential solar and battery project deployment in 2026.

Under the agreement, Participate Energy will provide structured finance solutions designed to expand customer access to residential solar and battery installations while improving project economics and cash flow efficiency for SUNation. The partnership aims to enhance SUNation's ability to scale residential solar and battery volumes across its core markets.

"This agreement represents an important step in strengthening our residential financing platform as we navigate the evolving regulatory landscape in 2026," said Scott Maskin, founder and chief executive officer of SUNation Energy. "By partnering with Participate, we are expanding access to affordable solar solutions for homeowners while positioning SUNation for continued growth and operational flexibility."

The financing arrangement is intended to support residential solar and battery installations, enabling homeowners to adopt clean energy solutions through financing options while allowing SUNation to accelerate project execution.

"We are pleased to partner with SUNation Energy, a proven residential solar and battery operator with a strong presence in its core markets," said J. Stephen Pollock, chief executive officer of Participate Energy.

SUNation expects the agreement to contribute to residential booking activity in 2026. The Ronkonkoma, New York-based company provides solar energy and backup power solutions to residential, commercial, and municipal customers.

Participate Energy is a renewable energy structured finance solution provider that partners with solar and battery providers to deliver financing structures supporting residential solar and battery adoption.