History of the TLD

The .solar domain is a generic top‑level domain created through ICANN’s New gTLD Program and delegated into the DNS root zone in 2014. It was developed to serve the renewable energy and solar power sectors with a dedicated name space. The registry is managed by Identity Digital.

Main Use and Industry Position

.solar is positioned for companies, organisations and projects involved in solar energy production, solar technology, installers, advocates of renewable energy and educational platforms. It offers a thematic namespace that aligns with the sustainability and clean energy sector.

Comparison to Other TLDs

Compared to general extensions like .com or .net, .solar clearly signals association with solar and renewable energy. It differs from broader environment‑focused options like .energy or .eco by being specific to solar power and related technologies.

Pros and Cons of the TLD

 Pros

• Strong branding for solar and renewable energy projects

• Open registration with no special eligibility requirements

• Helps differentiate a business in a targeted industry

Cons

• Lower overall recognition than legacy extensions

• May be perceived as too niche for some companies

• Availability of premium names may be limited
  
  

Registration Criteria

Anyone can register a .solar domain on a first‑come, first‑served basis if the name meets standard DNS requirements for permitted characters and length.

Summary

.solar is an established generic top‑level domain dedicated to the solar and renewable energy sector. It supports modern DNS standards, requires no special eligibility restrictions and is suited to organisations and individuals focused on solar power and sustainability.