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Solar photovoltaic (PV) in the United States has been growing impressively, driven in part by steep cost reductions. From 2005 to 2015, the average installed cost for PV systems dropped…
This report is the culmination of ‘Belonging Is, a project for The Kitchener and Waterloo Community Foundation’ (The KWCF). The project emerged as a result of Waterloo Region’s Vital Signs®,…
Anchor institutions, such as hospitals and universities, can be important catalysts for urban economic and community development. They can take on a variety of roles—from community infrastructure builder to purchaser of…
Major changes are happening in the structure of the economy of British Columbia. Many communities are facing radical shifts as traditional resource-based activities are in decline. In a climate of…
This webinar highlighted key findings from Enterprising Change: Report of the 2015 Social Enterprise Survey for Ontario. We shared many of the most relevant sector-wide results with a particular focus…
First Nation communities face barriers to accessing capital and financial tools that are critical to improving prospects for economic and social prosperity. Archaic legislation has limited First Nation governments’ ability…
This guidebook is written for communities and individuals interested in establishing a renewable energy co-operative or a co-operative intended to develop renewable energy projects, particularly for those involved in such…
Canadian communities have untapped opportunities to strengthen local economies, reduce current and future energy costs and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and create jobs by investing in smarter and more integrated…
This report, prepared for The Abell Foundation, makes recommendations for expanding the use of solar generation for community development in Baltimore, Maryland. The paper concludes that the best way to…
Electric cooperatives have been the backbone of the nation’s rural electrical system for more than 80 years. Their mission and business model now face more challenges than ever, from financial to…
The RSEC Learning Report describes the groundbreaking Rural Social Enterprise Constellation (RSEC) project (2012 – 2015) sharing its accomplishments, the voices of rural stakeholders, key learning, and, most significantly, insights…
As the changing labour market forces more people into precarious employment and low-income work, the Metcalf Foundation is committed to supporting the individuals, organizations, and ideas that can strengthen our…
