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Some of you may already have seen the news that Sun Exchange announced this week. After almost nine years and more than 90 solar projects, we need to evolve and our strategic focus is shifting. Moving forward, we will no longer fund solar projects through crowdsales. Instead, we will focus on full-service commercial solar PV and energy storage project development, with new projects funded by corporate and institutional funders. While this wasn’t an easy decision to make, it’s the right way forward for Sun Exchange to continue deploying solar power and making an impact. We could not have gotten to where we are today without the global community of individuals who have supported our solar projects over the years. You’ve enabled cleaner, more reliable and sustainable energy for schools, retirement homes, non-profits, businesses and farms across South Africa, where it’s so urgently needed. Thank you for being part of this journey and for what you do to make the world a better place. Ultimately, this new focus and model means Sun Exchange can deploy more solar power and energy storage faster. As we continue our work to create a more sustainable planet with solar power, we hope to carry forward the legacy of every individual who has helped build Sun Exchange into what it is today.

Solar for the many, not the few 🔆⚡️ Aiming to broaden the benefits of solar beyond single-family homes, Allume Energy developed SolShare, the first solar splitter allowing families in multi-unit buildings to share a single rooftop solar system. Read why community leaders are a key part of their implementation strategy: https://lnkd.in/gAVXBK5q

Curious about solar? Check out this upcoming Intro to Solar Webinar on June 25th. https://lnkd.in/esU2eW-C #solar #nyc #greenenergy #nyc #greennyc #solarpower #solarenergy #newyorkcity #newyork #queens #astoria #astorianyc #queens

In a significant step towards its sustainability goals, California recently approved plans to add over 56GW of new solar, wind, and storage by 2035. This sweeping buildout aims to reduce electric sector emissions by nearly 60%. To reach the target, coordinated planning across agencies is essential, from resource procurement to transmission infrastructure. A key initiative we are excited about is the Community Solar program currently in legislation. Community solar has been proven across the country to make significant strides towards RPS goals. In anticipation of this emerging market, onCORE has been originating sites for clients’ to develop community solar projects. In 2023, onCORE Origination originated 54 new community solar projects in California alone for its clients through targeted outreach and strategic relationships. We remain bullish on the California market and will continue to originate projects in the state for years to come. *** How can your organization help transform California's clean energy targets into on-the-ground impact? Article link: https://lnkd.in/ezsvhESS

Project Spotlight: ForeFront Power - California Portfolio In partnership with ForeFront Power, NT Solar has facilitated a $65 million investment in Renewable Energy Investment Tax Credits, financing 100 solar installations across California. This marks NT Solar's largest portfolio investment to date. This initiative powers over 60 schools and connects to four city utilities, driving sustainable community development. The 58.4 MW solar portfolio is projected to generate 17.5 gigawatt-hours (GWh) over its lifespan, providing enough energy to power 2,500 homes, offset the carbon equivalent of over 14,000 acres of forests, and avoid burning 14 million pounds of coal annually. Discover more about our renewable energy initiatives and their impact: https://lnkd.in/d9CqVJee. #ITC #SolarInvestment #SolarTaxCredit #TaxCredits

Read our new blog post 'Innovative applications of Solar energy: From Smart Cities to Transportation' https://wix.to/UlfjBAI #newblogpost

Curious about Chicago’s solar potential? The Chicago Solar Map, developed by National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Illinois Solar for All Program Administrator Elevate with support from The Chicago Community Trust, provides reliable estimates of the solar energy potential for all buildings and land parcels within the City of Chicago and a limited area of suburban Cook County. Users can browse neighborhoods, filter by several criteria, and search for individual properties to determine solar energy potential. Additionally, the Chicago Solar Map allows users to view boundaries of Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) Income-Eligible Communities and Environmental Justice Communities. Properties in these areas may qualify for solar incentives through the ILSFA program. https://lnkd.in/gr46ByM4 #Chicago #CookCounty #SolarPower #EnergyEquity #ILSFA #EJC #Sustainability #Renewables

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Projects like these not only enable local economic growth and deliver clean, affordable energy to communities but also reduce emissions. Get the details on other initiatives we’re supporting to accelerate our low-carbon future here: https://lnkd.in/eyaz34bj ✔️We supported the Bekevar Wind Power Project, an Indigenous-partnered initiative that will reduce the need for fossil-fuel generation in Saskatchewan. ✔️We supported Oneida Energy Ltd. for their battery storage facility, which will reduce emissions and deliver benefits for the Six Nations of the Grand River and communities across Ontario. ✔️We participated in the Grand Opening of the Burchill #WindEnergy Project owned by Tobique First Nation and Natural Forces. With all 10 turbines running, it can produce 42 megawatts of clean power, helping to build a cleaner grid in New Brunswick. ✔️We also supported @Elemental Energy and Cowessess First Nation with ajob-creating Awasis Solar Project. It’s expected to reduce over 290,000 tonnes of GHG emissions over its lifespan — equivalent to taking 89,000 cars off the road for a year! #ClimateWeek

Wyoming is gearing up to house the largest solar power project in the state! Enbridge Inc.'s $1.2 billion solar farm will supply electricity to data centers in south Cheyenne, highlighting Wyoming's commitment to renewable energy. With construction set to start in 2025, the project aims to power over 771,000 homes and create job opportunities. Despite challenges, the solar farm's innovative design shows a dedication to coexisting with local ranchers and supporting sustainable energy sources for the future. #WyomingSolarProject #RenewableEnergy 💡🌞🌱 https://lnkd.in/eeDq4tJF #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy #GreenTech #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendlyInnovation