Everyone loves solar: it’s clean energy! Something to feel good about! But, for nonprofits, it’s not always as easy as getting a grant and putting up some panels. There are myriad issues nonprofits should consider, each with their own factors and complexities, but all of the following are typically part of the conversation: Financial suitability […]
Have you been considering energy storage but aren’t sure how to get there? We’ve all seen it. Demand for solar+storage from both homeowners and businesses has risen dramatically in the last few years. The Lawrence Berkeley National Lab reported last year that 34% of pending solar projects in the American interconnection queue are paired with […]
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Over the years CollectiveSun has recognized that a key aspect of our work is the support of a number of partnerships with mission-driven organizations committed to bettering the lives of their communities through clean energy. It is why we seek to highlight these partners and the work they do to forward solar development in America. […]
Nonprofits that serve youth have a profound impact. Often, they are the organizations that look to meet the needs of our most vulnerable populations, and their programming is vital to the health and wellbeing of our nation’s families and communities. As a result, operating in a way that is fiscally and environmentally sustainable is of particular […]
More and more, operational and environmental sustainability is becoming an integral part of Nonprofit organizations’ missions in America. Our team at CollectiveSun is thrilled to work with these inspirational organizations as they look to capitalize on the cost savings and long-term community benefits powered by going solar. We are thrilled to highlight our Nonprofit partners […]
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Story by Sara Carbone, CollectiveSun Content Marketing Manager There is a wide range of housing organizations in America – from co-ops and Homeowner Associations to homeless shelters and senior service providers. What many of them have in common is a desire to operate in a way that is both environmentally and fiscally sustainable. “Caring about […]
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Nonprofit organization’s commitment to their mission and their community is a constant reminder of the incredible impact they make in our world. The CollectiveSun team has proudly worked with over 160 of these organizations throughout the past ten years. We are always thrilled to be a part of their journey to gain the financial and environmental […]
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Meet our new team member, Emery Zaleski, and learn why she joined the CollectiveSun team! Tell us about yourself I am a San Diego transplant, originally from Pennsylvania, inspired by the Southern California way of life. My passion for sustainability has guided me to the renewable energy industry. I have an education in Alternative […]
Meet our new team member, Taichi Koga, and learn why he joined the CollectiveSun team! Tell us about yourself I was originally born in Japan and moved to San Diego at the age of 9, which is where I spent the rest of my childhood. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a Bachelor’s in […]
The Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) works to forward education and market growth in renewable energy in Wisconsin and throughout the Midwest. With their various partners, they seek expanded adoption of solar and other renewable technologies through relevant programming, job training and workforce development, and educational events and outreach. CollectiveSun spoke with MREA’s Executive Director, […]
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