Project duration: Ongoing
Project's focus area: Support services and installation of solar electric systems for low-income families
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The benefits of solar power are rarely enjoyed by the low-income households who need the savings the most. GRID Alternatives brings together a grassroots network of volunteers, as well as rebates, grants and low/no interest loans, to install solar for low-income families throughout California. “These projects bring together environmental and economic sustainability on a local level while helping folks gain hands-on experience with solar,” says GRID Alternatives co-founder Erica Mackie.
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Installing solar power for low-income families dramatically reduces their electricity bills. Mardina, a low-income senior, says “I knew about solar power but couldn’t afford it. Now on sunny days I can see my electric meter spinning backwards." |
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The project will install solar electric systems for 10 homeowners and their families, allowing them to increase their financial independence and long term energy savings. |
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“The net savings from my utility bill makes it so I can pay another bill.”
- Rachel, program beneficiary
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Tracie Troxler,
Development Assistant
955 Market Street, Suite 801
San Francisco, CA 94103
United States
415-839-8437
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