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Clean Energy Projects
Working to accelerate an equitable transformation to a clean energy economy, Groundwork teams assist local governments, utilities, and developers in clearing the way for local renewable energy infrastructure.
SolaRISE
SolaRISE was launched to help schools and nonprofits fundraise to purchase solar and other renewable energy systems for both instruction and energy supply. Learn more about SolaRISE here.
100% Communities
We support local governments with policy and technical advice as they transition to a clean energy economy. Learn more about our 100% Clean Energy Communities work here.
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Clean Energy Project News
Senators’ Clean Energy Summer School: Lesson No. 6
First, I have to apologize to the entire class. It wasn’t me, it was Principal Peter who canceled the last two sessions—because our air conditioning broke down. All I gotta say is, back when I went to school, we didn’t even have air conditioning. But let’s try to...
Senators’ Clean Energy Summer School Lesson No. 5: Sunshine Is Bipartisan
Today let’s look at why killing rooftop solar is a dumb political move. Remember those polls we studied about renewables, especially solar, being way, way popular? Should even very conservative lawmakers pay attention to that? Let’s turn to the next chapter
Shines Effort Exposes Solar Threats, Opportunities
This spring Groundwork launched Groundwork Shines to demonstrate to homeowners and businesses – as well as utilities and legislators – that solar power has arrived as a vital part of Michigan’s energy future. Through Shines, we’re working with local solar installers to better understand the challenges and opportunities for residential solar here in the Grand Traverse region.