Penji Partnership Coordinator, Shannon, talks with Jackie Harrison-Jewell about how renewable energy—especially solar—can empower underserved communities, lower energy bills, and inspire the next generation.
Here are three things you’ll learn in this episode:
1. Solar energy can help nonprofits, schools, and places of worship drastically cut costs—freeing up more resources for their mission. Jackie shares how her nonprofit helps fund solar projects for underfunded organizations with massive energy needs.
2. Incorporating solar into school buildings also builds awareness and career opportunities in the clean energy sector. Jackie emphasizes that solar installation jobs can’t be outsourced and are well-paying and growing in demand—making them ideal for future generations.
3. There are accessible financial incentives and trusted resources to help people and organizations navigate solar adoption. With tools like tax credits, state rebates, and freely available research from SEIA and NREL, solar isn’t just for the wealthy—it’s a smart, sustainable investment for many.
Jackie also explore how community solar arrays can reduce air pollution, cool down urban areas, and even stabilize the grid during extreme weather events. Most importantly, they highlight how knowledge and trustworthy guidance can cut through climate misinformation and help more people feel empowered to make change.
About Jackie Harrison-Jewell and Couillard Solar Foundation:
- Website: https://couillardsolarfoundation.org/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelineharrisonjewell/
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