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100% off grid communities are already here. In the Geos neighborhood, heat pumps, solar and energy efficiency abound ☀️🔋🌍 In the race for the first ever zero emissions community my money has been on The City of Bakersfield but it seems like a new player has entered the game. And in the race for becoming sustainable, competition is always healthy! Geos is an all-electric neighborhood of 28 homes boasting extreme energy-efficient designs. Ventilation of the homes (for instance) is done through a system called CERV, a device that harvests thermal energy from the air leaving your home and uses it to precool or preheat filtered air coming in. Now there is still a way to go for 100% emissions free, Geos still pull dirty energy from the grid occasionally at night. The community argues that the surplus of energy generated during the day far offsets these dips, but then again - thats not how energy works. Batteries would fix this issues for 100% true sustainability, not just on paper🔋 These are small nitpickings and founder norbert klebl and the team at GEOS Neighborhood should be praised for all their hard work. These accomplishments are truly amazing! Want to see more of these type of initiatives or do you have an idea fro whom Geos should partner with (Bakersfield 👈 )? Let me know in the comments below. https://lnkd.in/grnsjzD7 https://discovergeos.com/ #nilssoderstrom #energytech #greentech #innovation #zeroemissions

The power of community organizing and fearless leadership in action. Read this great feature on Anya Schoolman and Solar United Neighbors below!

☀️ Connecticut is paving the way for greener living! 🌿 Discover how the state government is making solar storage more affordable for homeowners. 🏡💡 Check out the details in our latest blog post! #SolarPower #GreenLiving #ConnecticutSolar

As we celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr, let's remember the disadvantages still affecting people of color today and look for solutions. When it comes to energy, programs like community solar can give our brothers and sisters an even playing field. "It’s clear that protecting vulnerable communities from the perils of climate change also means that we need to reimagine our energy systems and transition from carbon-polluting fossil fuels to clean, renewable energy." Read more about the work being done by programs like Groundswell in Washington D.C, that are helping bring solar grids to low-income neighbors. #communitysolar #MLK #solarenergy https://lnkd.in/gHQS-443

I'm not interested in climate solutions that exclude historically harmed and systemically disadvantaged communities. In the transportation space, the focus is on affordable public transit and ensuring charging infrastructure is quelling the range anxiety for all communities. #GridUp #transportationelectrification #WIWADEE

Climate change has heightened the frequency and intensity of storms, posing increased challenges for coastal cities worldwide. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, $7 billion is dedicated to bringing affordable solar solutions to those who need it most. Making solar energy accessible and affordable for underserved communities is crucial for many reasons including equity, environmental impact, economic empowerment, and global sustainability goals. The below article outlines the importance along with what is being done to make this possible. https://bit.ly/41xQ7xT #climatechange #sustainability #solar #solarenergy #goals #inflationreductionact #affordability #equalityforall #Caelux

New York City greenlights a groundbreaking zoning code update – the “City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality,” opening up 8,500 acres of parking lots for solar canopies and easing restrictions on renewables. Mayor #EricAdams celebrates the move, stating, "By modernizing our city's zoning code, we have taken a bold step forward in fighting climate change." The initiative removes obstacles, allowing expanded solar coverage on rooftops, microgrids in low-income communities, and solar canopies in parking lots, potentially powering over 130,000 homes. Notably, the zoning update doubles the space for commercially zoned EV charging stations, unlocking an additional 400 million square feet throughout the city. anne reynolds, executive director of the Alliance for Clean Energy New York, emphasizes the importance of such initiatives, noting, "Building climate solutions often comes down to the nuts and bolts of permitting and zoning." This move showcases NYC's commitment to a cleaner, greener future, demonstrating that sometimes, progress starts with the right policy changes. #CleanEnergy #NYC #ClimateAction #GreenCity

🌍 **Robbinsdale, MN Takes a Bold Step Towards a Greener Future!** 🌱 Robbinsdale, a small yet visionary city in Minnesota, is making BIG strides to lower its greenhouse gas emissions. Their newly unveiled Energy Action Plan is a testament to what can be achieved when a community comes together with a common goal. Businesses in Robbinsdale are gearing up for energy efficiency initiatives that will not only better our state but also set an example of what focused efforts can achieve. 🚀"Robbinsdale will avoid an additional 30% of energy-related greenhouse gas emissions by 2030."🚀 What is your city committing to in terms of greenhouse gas emission reductions? Share your city’s initiatives below - I'd love to hear about the steps being taken across the country! Together, we can drive significant change. 🌎💪 #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #ClimateAction#Minnesota#RobbinsdaleMN#GreenInitiatives #CommunityEffort #EnergyActionPlan https://lnkd.in/eGAREUHy

As the country strives for more environmentally friendly policies and practices, more states are implementing community solar programs. In our latest Briefing, Katie Leesman walks through what three states are doing - California, Maryland, and Pennsylvania - and discusses their various stages of community solar programming. For more on new legislation, proposed requirements, and regulations, check out the full Briefing: https://bit.ly/3xAHjwa #SolarPrograms #Environment #BallardFinance

Knock, knock! 🔔 There's power in familiarity, especially when you've seen our work firsthand in your neighborhood. When homeowners see the quality and trust their neighbors have placed in us, it's a game-changer. It's not just about installing solar; it's about building a community of trust and satisfaction, one home at a time. Let's power your neighborhood together! #NeighborhoodTrust #SolarPower #CommunitySatisfaction