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Great reasons to reach out
You’re thinking about a new solar system
You already have solar, but you’re still getting a power bill that doesn’t make sense
You have a system that isn’t working right and may need service or repair
We’re happy to help with any of that. Just fill out the form below and someone from our team—most likely the advisor featured on this page—will get in touch. We’ll talk through your situation, answer your questions, and share options that make sense for you. No pressure. Just helpful information.
Please note, at this time, we are serving Northern California homeowners only.
Meet Lala Ignacio,
Residential Solar Advisor
If you reach out to Cool Earth Solar, there’s a good chance Lala Ignacio will be the first person you talk to—and that’s a good thing.
Lala has spent over a decade in the solar industry, working across residential and commercial sales, leadership, and operations for some of the most well-known solar organizations in California. She knows how solar systems are designed, sold, installed, and supported—not just on paper, but in the real world. That experience helps her guide homeowners through smart, realistic decisions that actually make sense for their home and budget.
At Cool Earth Solar, Lala focuses on helping homeowners understand their options clearly—no pressure, no confusion, just straightforward answers from someone who’s been doing this a long time. She’s passionate about energy independence, long-term savings, and making sure people feel confident about their solar investment.
Outside of solar, Lala is a talented piano player and spends her downtime with her English bulldog, Beau—who may or may not supervise from nearby while she’s working.
If you’re looking for someone who’s friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely experienced, you’re in good hands with Lala.
The Leadership Team at Cool Earth Solar
When you work with Cool Earth Solar, you’re not just choosing a system—you’re working with the people who stand behind it. At some point, you’ll meet the team members who make sure everything is done right, from the equipment we install to the long-term performance you’re counting on.
Cool Earth Solar is a family-run, community-focused company that believes in doing what we say we’ll do—and being here long after installation day. We design our systems to last, and we stick around to support them for years to come.
Rob Lamkin,
CEO
Rob Lamkin is the CEO of Cool Earth Solar and an electrical engineer with a lifelong passion for clean energy and grid independence. With decades of experience spanning utility-scale, commercial, and residential energy systems, Rob brings a deep technical foundation and big-picture perspective to everything Cool Earth designs and builds. As the contractor of record, he personally holds the company’s solar and electrical licenses, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of safety, performance, and integrity. His commitment to clean energy isn’t just professional—it shows up daily in how the company operates and serves customers.
Rob is happily married to his wife, Jill, and together they’ve raised two adult children, Jacob and Jessa. Outside of work, Rob enjoys supporting his wife’s and daughter’s musical performances, staying active with tennis and gym workouts, and catching up with his son and friends over the occasional craft beer.
Bob McWilliams,
ServiceManager
Bob is our Service Manager at Cool Earth Solar, overseeing troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs for both residential and commercial solar and energy storage systems. With over a decade in the solar industry, he’s worked on nearly every stage of the process—from installation to long-term system performance—so he knows exactly how these systems are supposed to work in the real world. After seeing the benefits firsthand, Bob even installed solar on his own home, which gives him a homeowner’s perspective as well as a technician’s eye.
Outside of work, Bob is an avid runner who enjoys early morning runs before the day gets going. When he’s not out on the trail or getting systems back up and running, he’s spending quality time with his wife and kids.
Jacob Lamkin,
Engineering & Project Manager
Jacob Lamkin is the Engineering and Design Manager at Cool Earth Solar, combining hands-on field experience with deep electrical engineering expertise. His background spans solar installation, system design, and advanced energy storage, giving him a ground-up understanding of how energy systems perform in the real world. Jacob’s interest in engineering started early—while still in high school, he worked on a Falcon 9 rocket test article, an experience that sparked his passion for problem-solving and real-world engineering (even when things don’t go perfectly).
Jacob began his solar career as an installer and engineering intern before earning his Electrical Engineering degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. He later spent several years working in battery technology and energy storage, developing and testing systems before returning to Cool Earth Solar to lead engineering and design. Today, Jacob focuses on building reliable, well-engineered systems that perform efficiently and stand the test of time.