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US electric utilities of all types are defining their own paths forward to bring solar to their customers. Community, or “shared,” solar programs are an increasingly popular option. These programs…
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…
Communities are at the forefront of the energy transition: citizens are increasingly asking their cities to develop and act on ambitious plans, and community leaders are seeing the social, political, and…
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…
A road map to successful policies and programs that are creating access to solar technology and jobs nationwide. The Low-Income Solar Policy Guide was developed by nonprofits GRID Alternatives, Vote…
Community-owned renewable energy facilities create local jobs and revenue with less environmental impacts than conventional energy options. The majority of Alberta’s electricity comes from large coal plants that harm both…
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…
We can and must support communities to adapt to and be resilient in the face of climate change. We will only succeed when all of us are able to participate. That…
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…
A new Errol Black Chair paper explains how a combination of governmental policies and initiatives in Manitoba allows social enterprises to reduce Manitoba’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while training and…
Sharing Environmental Justice and Community Economic Development Strategies The link between Environmental Justice and Community Economic Development is widely recognized. The two are highly interconnected and raise issues common to…
