SMA was founded in 1981 by Prof. Werner Kleinkauf, Günther Cramer, Peter Drews, and Reiner Wettlaufer. The company evolved from a pioneering idea into a globally active specialist in photovoltaic system technology and energy management. Today, it focuses on integrating photovoltaics, storage, e-mobility, and energy management into intelligent systems for a decentralized and renewable energy supply.