AMRC
IndustrialsAmeresco, Inc. · Engineering & Construction · $1B
What is Ameresco, Inc.?
Ameresco is a clean technology integrator helping governments, healthcare systems, and educational institutions reduce energy costs and transition to renewable sources across North America and beyond.
Ameresco designs, engineers, and installs energy efficiency and renewable energy projects for public and institutional clients. Revenue comes from project construction, long-term operations and maintenance contracts, and energy sales from facilities the company owns — including solar, biogas, and wind assets.
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.
- Energy efficiency upgrades for building systems
- Renewable energy project development and ownership
- Operations and maintenance services
- Enterprise energy management consulting
Is AMRC a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates AMRC as Below Average overall.
Valuation stands out as the relative bright spot in AMRC's profile, rating Good — suggesting the market may already be pricing in the company's challenges. Growth comes in at Neutral, reflecting a business that is neither accelerating sharply nor contracting.
Quality, Moat, and Risk all rate Weak, pointing to meaningful concerns around business durability, competitive positioning, and financial stability.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does AMRC pay dividends?
No — Ameresco, Inc. does not currently pay a dividend.
Ameresco does not currently pay a dividend. As a project-driven clean energy company, capital is directed toward developing and owning new energy assets rather than returned to shareholders as income. Investors seeking yield would need to look elsewhere in the [industrials sector](/sector/industrials).
When does AMRC report earnings?
Ameresco reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
Results have reflected the lumpy nature of large project-based revenue, where timing of contract completions can shift figures meaningfully between quarters. Margin pressure has been a recurring theme given project execution costs and a competitive bidding environment.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Ameresco's investor relations page directly.
AMRC Price History
-71.9% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Ameresco, Inc.?
Based on Ameresco, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ameresco do?
Ameresco is a clean technology integrator that designs and installs energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy systems for governments, hospitals, and schools. It also owns and operates energy assets — including solar and biogas facilities — selling the electricity or gas produced under long-term agreements.
Does AMRC pay dividends?
No, Ameresco does not pay a dividend. The company reinvests capital into developing and owning new clean energy projects rather than distributing income to shareholders.
When does AMRC report earnings?
Ameresco follows a standard quarterly reporting schedule. For confirmed dates, check the company's investor relations page, as our data source does not provide specific upcoming earnings dates.
Is AMRC a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates AMRC as Below Average. While Valuation rates Good, the Quality, Moat, and Risk pillars all rate Weak — indicating meaningful structural concerns. Investors should review the full pillar breakdown before drawing conclusions.
Is AMRC overvalued?
Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, AMRC rates Good, suggesting the stock is not obviously expensive relative to its fundamentals. That said, a favorable valuation label alone does not offset weaknesses in other pillars.
What is AMRC's market cap bracket?
Ameresco is a small-cap company. This places it in a segment of the market that can carry higher volatility and liquidity risk compared to large- or mega-cap peers.
Is AMRC a long-term quality investment?
As a long-term quality indicator, AMRC's Below Average UQS Score — driven by Weak ratings in Quality, Moat, and Risk — suggests caution. The clean energy sector offers structural tailwinds, but company-specific fundamentals matter significantly over a long horizon.
What sector does AMRC belong to?
Ameresco is classified in the Industrials sector, specifically within clean technology and energy services. It operates at the intersection of infrastructure services and renewable energy, serving primarily public-sector and institutional clients.
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AMRC — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 2026 | 11.3 | 0.0 | 23.0 | 0.0 | 36.9 | 0.0 | -24.3 |
| Aug 1, 2026 | 35.6 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.7 | 11.8 | 84.0 | +0.2 |
| Jul 26, 2026 | 35.4 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.7 | 11.8 | 82.7 | 0.0 |
| Jul 25, 2026 | 35.4 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.7 | 11.8 | 82.1 | +0.5 |
| Jul 24, 2026 | 34.9 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.7 | 11.8 | 79.2 | -0.1 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | 35.0 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.7 | 11.8 | 79.5 | -0.1 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | 35.1 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.7 | 11.8 | 80.1 | 0.0 |
| Jul 21, 2026 | 35.1 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.7 | 11.8 | 80.6 | +0.1 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | 35.0 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.7 | 11.8 | 79.8 | 0.0 |
| Jul 18, 2026 | 35.0 | 15.1 | 23.0 | 58.9 | 11.8 | 79.8 | 0.0 |
AMRC — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 0.0/100 (25%)Ameresco, Inc. currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 0.0/100 (20%)Ameresco, Inc. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Risk
— 36.9/100 (15%)Ameresco, Inc. has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 0.0/100 (15%)Ameresco, Inc. appears expensively valued relative to its fundamentals and growth prospects.
Moat
— 23/100 (25%)Ameresco, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for AMRC.
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How is the AMRC UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Ameresco, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Ameresco, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Ameresco, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.