Core Development Group Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies

Leading New Jersey commercial solar and battery storage contractor recognized for innovative, affordable energy solutions

MAHWAH, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Core Development Group, a leader in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) of complex energy projects, has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. The prestigious annual ranking honors businesses that demonstrate remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the economy.

“This recognition reflects our team’s commitment and our clients’ trust as we work together to transform communities and industries with affordable energy solutions,” said Henry Cortes, CEO and Founder of Core Development Group. “We are proud to be a leader in clean technology as we work towards a cleaner, more resilient future.”

The 2026 Inc. 5000 List recognizes a new class of companies redefining growth through impact and job creation. The median three-year revenue growth rate among honorees was 130%, and collectively they have added more than 627,000 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years. View the full list at inc.com/inc5000.

Core Development Group operates within one of the nation’s fastest-growing energy sectors. Demand for large-scale solar and battery energy storage continues to rise, driven by favorable incentives, rising electricity rates, growing demand for grid and energy resilience, emissions-reduction goals, and the ability to manage long-term energy costs.

“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance -- it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement.”

Inc. 5000 List Methodology

Companies on the 2026 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent -- not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies.

About Core Development Group

Core Development Group provides turnkey Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services and consulting for independent power producers (IPPs), energy generators, and asset owners. The company supports large-scale solar, battery storage, microgrids, onsite generation, and supporting electrical infrastructure projects across the United States and beyond. Founded in 2012, Core Development Group is headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey.

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