SOLARBACK is empowering profitability through sustainable solutions, our mission is to spearhead a paradigm shift in the energy industry. We are dedicated to crafting a profitable clean energy business model that merges innovation with environmental consciousness. By leveraging solar energy, and strategic partnerships, we aim to generate lucrative returns while championing renewable energy sources. Our commitment lies in delivering scalable, eco-friendly solutions that not only drive financial success but also pave the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future for generations to come.
When people and the planet work together, everyone profits.
That’s the SOLARBACK promise.
With the rising costs of inflation, property taxes and business operations, SOLARBACK had a vision to create a profitable clean energy model that benefits property owners, lowers costs to tenants and helps preserve the environment.
Through master leasing or joint ventures, SOLARBACK leverages underutilized rooftop areas that do not require protection from natural elements, essentially creating new leasable tenanted floors. With advancements in solar equipment and smart design, we establish long-term, landlord-friendly, and environmentally sustainable revenue streams that align with the triple bottom line's 3Ps: People, Planet, and Profits. Our founders, who have owned and operated over $2 billion of real estate, possess the expertise to enhance property value and ensure its long-term viability, now by layering in sustainable energy.
SOLARBACK provides a net-zero model to landlords, delivering infinite cash flow upside and residual IRRs. We take care of the procurement, installation, and maintenance of these systems, offering a hassle-free experience at little-to-no cost to the landlord.
Our pioneering solution has gained recognition for leveraging institutional support and creative engineering to tap into a lucrative multi-billion-dollar market. The long-term revenue generated by our investment vehicle creates a stable, fixed-income product for institutional investors and fund managers alike.
Together, we are making a positive impact on the planet and a greener future.
Chief Executive Officer
Joshua Schuster is a visionary leader at the forefront of real estate development and strategic
initiatives, with a particular focus on delivering sustainable renewable energy outcomes. With his
expertise in renewable energy, he has brought fresh attention to the solar sphere and its potential
for Florida real estate investors and Wall Street. Schuster has been named by the National Small
Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council, the nation’s oldest small-business advocacy
organization, is a recognized leader in the small-business community.
As the CEO of Solarback LLC, a Florida-born initiative acting as a private equity fund and
quasi-REIT, Mr. Schuster has positioned himself as a key figure in the industry. Throughout his
career, Schuster has developed keen insights into the frameworks and skills needed to evaluate
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and to manage impact resulting from
investments, allowing him to attract and guide many ESG investors. With over 20 years of
experience in the real estate industry, he seamlessly transitioned into the energy sector, leading
the company's overall direction, and focusing on new markets, customers, and project
development.
In Florida, where brokering Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) is currently limited, Solarback is
bridging the gap by enabling commercial property owners and managers to generate passive
income with minimal investment. By utilizing its solar arrays to offset dirty energy with clean,
carbon-free energy, Solarback is creating a cleaner, brighter, and more sustainable future.
Before his involvement with Solarback, Mr. Schuster managed several investment funds and
founded a mid-sized real estate development company headquartered in New York City. Over
the last 20 years, Mr. Schuster has successfully incorporated climate-conscious design into over
$2.3 billion in real estate projects across several states, encompassing more than 3.2 million
square feet of mixed-use residential, retail, affordable, and hospitality developments. Schuster’s
noteworthy accomplishments include the conversion of 67 Livingston, a condo turned rental
conversion and one of the tallest residential buildings in Brooklyn Heights, and the record--
breaking boutique condo projects The Edison in Gramercy Park, 50 Clinton Street, and luxury
condominium 75 Kenmare, the latter in partnership with Lenny Kravitz, and all three sold by
famed Million-dollar Listing agent Frederik Eklund.
Throughout his career as a real estate developer, Mr. Schuster has prioritized green and energy-
efficient design, incorporating sustainable elements into his multibillion-dollar portfolio. This
commitment to sustainability drives his strategic direction at Solarback, ensuring that the
the company positions itself effectively within various vertical markets, while also maximizing
results for their strategic global partners and their investments.
Mr. Schuster has been instrumental in creating an industry-leading pipeline of contracted, utility--
scale solar projects in Florida, with a combined capacity of 21 MW. These projects include some
of the largest commercial solar installations in the state, covering several million square feet of
rooftop space.
Beyond his work in renewable energy, Mr. Schuster actively contributes to the review and
implementation of statewide renewable energy policies. He is a member of numerous prestigious
organizations such as the American Solar Energy Society, the Solar Energy Industries
Association, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and the Southern Consumer’s
Alliance. Additionally, Schuster serves as the youngest board member of the Steven L. Newman
Real Estate Institute at Baruch College and is affiliated with the American Real Estate and Urban
Economics Association, Urban Land Institute, and the New York Private Equity Network.
Schuster has also received highly esteemed awards for his work, such as the RED Awards’ Come-
back Developer of the Year and Young Jewish Professionals’ Developer of the Year. Moreover,
Schuster was named in Commercial Observer’s 40 under 40, and he was chosen as a
Distinguished Honoree at Learning School (for Austim.)
Mr. Schuster’s dedication to making a positive social impact extends beyond his professional
endeavors. He is an active philanthropist and has co-created the Bicol Clinic Foundation, a non-
profit organization focused on constructing medical clinics in developing countries. Furthermore,
he is currently building a groundbreaking 150-room homeless shelter for the City of New York,
dedicated to housing transitional families. In addition, Mr. Schuster is involved in innovative
ventures such as Six Wa||s, an NFT-based philanthropic platform, and Brix & Meta, a web3
a platform that supports cross-category interaction.
With his intellectual prowess, strategic foresight, and commitment to sustainability and social
impact, Mr. Schuster continues to shape the future of real estate development and renewable
energy, leaving a lasting impression of credibility and expertise in his wake. His company is
teaming up with other influential individuals along the way, such as former Florida Senator Ron
Silver, John Lloyd, and James Salter. Schuster has also shared his knowledge with
Environmental Directions with Nancy Pearlman, Bisnow, The Miami State of the Market, The
Street, and many more.
Schuster studied Economics at Cambridge, UK, and Graduated from Tulane University with a
Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy (2006). He also obtained a Harvard Business School
Certificate in Sustainable Investing (2024).
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Advisory Board Member
Former Florida Senator Ron Silver has joined the Advisory Board of SOLARBACK LLC, a Florida-based initiative enabling commercial property owners to generate passive income by leasing their vacant roof space for solar energy projects. Having served in the state Senate & House of Representatives, Silver has a deep understanding of Florida’s legislative process, invaluable experience in a state with restrictive laws limiting the profitability of solar energy for real estate investors & landlords.
Advisory Board Member
Chairman/Co-founder of The Global Warming Foundation and
President of VetBuilders, a veteran-owned and operated green construction company
focused on sustainable and resilient energy structures, joins SOLARBACK LLC’s Advisory Board. Lloyd brings invaluable military, clean energy and real estate experience, a vital asset to SOLARBACK's FL-based initiative that converts vacant commercial roof space into solar farms, generating clean energy and passive income for property owners.
Advisory Board Member
James B. Salter, CCI and CCPM, Founder of CM&D. Mr. Salter’s prestigious construction industry career spans three decades, four continents and has given rise to premier projects worldwide,” said Joshua Schuster, SOLARBACK Chairman/CEO. “His expertise and international reputation make him a tremendous asset to our advisory board.” Presently a building/development consultant for redevelopment agencies across the western U.S., Mr. Salter provides exclusive construction and development project management to developers, architects, engineers, and municipalities. He has been involved in all phases of the building process and recognized for his contributions.
Advisory Board Member
Politician, Award-Winning Broadcaster
For 54 years, Nancy Pearlman has made a vocation and avocation of safeguarding the earth’s ecosystems. Environmental Directions, her int’l weekly radio series, started in 1977 and is the longest-running environmental radio series in the country. She is also Executive Producer/Host of the Emmy-nominated TV series, ECONEWS.
The United Nations Environment Programme selected Pearlman as a Global 500 Laureate. For 16 years she served on the Los Angeles Community College District Board of Trustees, chairing its Infrastructure Committee, the largest public green building program in the country.
Since coordinating the first Earth Day in Southern CA in 1970, she’s worked with 100s of conservation organizations. Pearlman founded the Ecology Center of Southern California, Project Ecotourism, Humanity and the Planet, Earth Cultures, and “Nancy Pearlman, the Eco-Traveler.”
Going solar offers numerous benefits, including clean renewable energy, reduced electricity bills, a lowered carbon footprint, energy independence, and a long-term energy solution. It also gives you diversified energy security and an exceptional opportunity to market your business as a green and carbon-friendly company. By adopting solar energy, you contribute to reducing environmental impacts and building a more sustainable future. Save now and every day forward.
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