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Latrobe Valley Battery Energy Storage System insights: >>>> Great to have this snapshot into the progress on the Latrobe Valley Battery Energy Storage System. Great to see this essential part of the energy system progressing for 2025 completion! BZE's research has shown that an Australian #battery manufacturing industry could create over 44,000 jobs and $57 billion in GDP in 2035 nationwide (https://lnkd.in/gK4SB38T).

🙌Our team is proud to have sold our Brighton, VT solar project to partner Sea Oak Capital. The array - on the closed portion of an operating family-owned gravel operation - provides clean energy to a number of local farms, the Town of Brighton, and the Newport Ambulance Service and is yet another example of our commitment to bringing environmental and economic sustainability to rural America and small businesses. Read all about it! https://lnkd.in/ea-zNRMA   #Deliveringacleanenergyfuture #solarpv #commercialsolar #communitysolar

🌍 Join the Green Energy Revolution with Kent Community Energy! 🌱 Are you passionate about renewable energy and making a tangible impact in your community? Kent Community Energy (KCE) is on a mission to power Kent with sustainable energy, and we’re inviting you to be a part of it! As a community-owned initiative, KCE is driven by people like you who believe in a greener, more sustainable future. By investing in KCE, you’re not just supporting local renewable energy projects; you’re also contributing to a cleaner environment and a stronger community. 🔋 Why invest in KCE? Sustainable Impact: Help reduce carbon emissions and support the transition to renewable energy. Community Focus: Your investment stays local, benefiting Kent and its residents. Financial Returns: Receive potential financial returns while supporting a cause you believe in. Learning Opportunities: Gain insights into renewable energy projects and community-led initiatives. Whether you're looking to invest, volunteer, or simply learn more about our projects, we’d love to connect with you! Visit our website https://lnkd.in/e3rAaGrd to explore how you can get involved and contribute to a greener Kent. Together, we can make a difference. Let’s power the future of Kent with clean energy! 💚 #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CommunityEnergy #Kent #GreenInvesting #EnvironmentalImpact #CleanEnergy

Harmony Energy’s CEO, Peter Kavanagh, emphasizes that to push the battery energy storage sector forward, developers must actively address local communities’ concerns. While BESS provides substantial global benefits, initiatives like biodiversity projects, community funds, and event sponsorships can support nearby communities. Key strategies include choosing sites near substations for minimal landscape impact, public consultations, site tours, and transparent communication about safety measures. With over 140 safe UK sites and thousands globally, maintaining rigorous health and safety standards is crucial for trust and progress. 🤝🌿 🔋 Building Trust: How Developers Can Drive BESS Forward: https://lnkd.in/dxhg5MJZ #BESS #EnergyStorage #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy

Great overview on the Latrobe Valley energy transition - more to come in this series!

A new community solar project in Belvidere, Illinois, is transforming a former landfill into a source of clean energy! 🌞 With over 9,600 solar panels generating about 3.5 MW of power, this initiative not only helps local businesses save on electricity costs but also supports essential county services. It’s a win for sustainability and economic growth! Plus, it promotes inclusivity by creating job opportunities for marginalized groups. This project is a shining example of how innovative solutions can lead to a greener future for all! #CommunitySolar #CleanEnergy #Sustainability https://lnkd.in/eiq_gGeC #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy #GreenTech #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendlyInnovation

Building Clean Energy Success from the Ground Up: In the clean energy sector, few have a story quite as inspiring in its themes of persistence and entrepreneurship as Solstice’s co-founder Sandhya Murali. Based in the United States, Sandhya started with no prior contacts in the energy industry. Sandhya has translated her vision into a reality. Solstice aims at ensuring that as many people as possible have access to solar power by ensuring that the financial huddles to accessing clean energy are done away with, as well as supporting policies that will ensure that everyone can afford clean energy. Sandhya’s story is a testimony to the qualities that drive success in today’s clean energy landscape: 1. Mission-Driven Innovation: Solstice’s model is one of a kind because it offers a subscription service for communities that traditionally lack access to clean energy. This approach extends the pool of the solar market to renters and low-income families who would otherwise not be given the chance to participate in clean energy investment, making Solstice one of the pioneers of solar power equity. 2. Resilience and Adaptability: Having begun from scratch, Sandhya had to encounter a range of problems, including the lack of the first capital and the legislative constraints. She has established that determination and flexibility can be effective weapons to overcome hurdles and switch tactics to engage with local legislators to look for ways to solve problems of financial accessibility. 3. Community-Centric Focus: At the core of Solstice, it is all about supporting the community and working together with it. Sandhya knows that in addition to having the right technology, a clean energy future will only be possible if people are committed to it. Her team works directly with communities to spread awareness, creating trust and building a movement for accessible solar energy. 4. Relentless Pursuit of Purpose: Sandhya’s success is not just monetary; it’s about providing clean energy to everyone. With purpose at its core, such strategy attracts investors and talents with a mission to create a fair and sustainable energy future, thus growing Solstice. Sandhya Murali’s journey shows us that starting from scratch doesn’t limit what we can achieve in the clean energy field. It’s a reminder that when passion meets persistence, even the biggest industry challenges can become opportunities for real change. #CleanEnergy #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #Entrepreneurship #Sustainability #CommunityDriven #Innovation #EnergyAccess #MissionDriven

Clearloop partners with companies of all sizes to decarbonize the grid by expanding access to solar energy in American communities where the greatest economic and environmental benefits can be achieved. Using the Economic Innovation Group's Distressed Communities Index (DCI) allows us access to a fuller picture of different communities across the country, enabling us in turn to build our projects in areas where we can make the biggest economic and ecological impact for the better. Learn more about how we use the Distressed Communities Index by exploring the case study linked below. https://lnkd.in/eQ9XJABM #MakingSolarDoMore

Harmony Energy’s CEO, Peter Kavanagh, emphasizes that to push the battery energy storage sector forward, developers must actively address local communities’ concerns. While BESS provides substantial global benefits, initiatives like biodiversity projects, community funds, and event sponsorships can support nearby communities. Key strategies include choosing sites near substations for minimal landscape impact, public consultations, site tours, and transparent communication about safety measures. With over 140 safe UK sites and thousands globally, maintaining rigorous health and safety standards is crucial for trust and progress. 🤝🌿 🔋 Building Trust: How Developers Can Drive BESS Forward: https://lnkd.in/dV3G3Fhm #BESS #EnergyStorage #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy

Trinasolar US is teaming up with the Couillard Solar Foundation to boost renewable energy in Wisconsin! 🌞 With a generous donation of over 1,200 high-performance solar modules, they’re set to empower rural households, schools, and nonprofits. This collaboration not only enhances local sustainability efforts but also provides valuable education on solar technology. Together, they're paving the way for a cleaner, greener future! 🌱 #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #SolarPower https://lnkd.in/dMtZDYJJ #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy #GreenTech #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendlyInnovation