Solar Stewards

What is the Solar Stewards Marketplace? This piece by Yale Climate Connections gives a short and sweet overview of how corporates are making their climate commitments more equitable. Thank you Yale School of the Environment for featuring Solar Stewards! #justtransition #socialrecs #equity #socialentrepreneurship #CSR #ESG #climatejustice #ghgprotocol #DEI #solar

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that Solar Stewards is partnering with Salt Lake City and Okta to invest in historically excluded neighborhoods through innovative solar and air quality projects, as shared in the Erin Mendenhall Mayor's Office Press Release. Together, we’re not only boosting environmental resiliency—we’re also increasing financial support for the community, ensuring these projects create real, lasting change. We are grateful and honored to empower Salt Lake City via Okta's Social REC® purchases on the Solar Stewards’ Marketplace. The Founder and CEO of Solar Stewards, Dana Clare Redden said, “Climate justice takes leadership and a willingness to innovate. Working with Okta and the Salt Lake City team has been extremely rewarding. Each organization’s dedication to serving those most vulnerable to climate change serves as a model and an inspiration.” This partnership truly reflects our commitment to fostering a cleaner, more equitable future for everyone. Check out the media release for more information about our awesome partnership and projects! 💚 [Media release credit: Erin Mendenhall Mayor's Office] https://buff.ly/3MRCvar Stay tuned for more updates! 🌱💚✨ #SolarStewards #CommunityImpact #ClimateJustice #SaltLakeCity #Okta #Sustainability #TogetherForChange

For years, music festivals have relied on diesel generators to keep the lights on and the sound pumping, especially in remote spots far from the grid. But let’s be real—while they get the job done, they’re terrible for the environment, noisy, and they kinda stink. 🦨💨 Thankfully, times are changing. Festivals like Lollapalooza are starting to ditch diesel for battery power, and it's working. In 2024, the entire main stage ran on batteries, cutting fuel use by 67% and slashing emissions. Cleaner energy kept the show going without a hitch—and no one missed the fumes or the noise. ♻️ Other festivals are catching on too. Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion went fully battery-powered in 2024, and with technology getting better every year, it’s clear: the future of live music is greener, quieter, and way more enjoyable. 🍃 Follow for more Climate Justice News: https://buff.ly/4deDWuj #climatechange #environment #sustainability #justice #action #localizedclimateaction #energytransition #renewableenergy #solarenergy #climatechange #technology #innovation #billboard #music

Utilities can save billions by using customers’ rooftop solar, EVs, and smart appliances through virtual power plants (VPPs), which combine these technologies to function like one large power source. This helps cut energy costs and strengthens the grid. 💰 However, new policies are needed to support VPPs. Industry groups are pushing for updated rules to standardize and boost adoption across states, allowing VPPs to cover up to 20% of peak grid demand by 2030. 🧾 Without embracing VPPs, utilities may miss out on major savings and face higher costs from building new infrastructure. 🚨 Follow for more Climate Justice News: https://buff.ly/3Tn44Mn #climatechange #environment #sustainability #renewableenergy #solarenergy #climatechange #technology #innovation #virtualpowerplants

In February 2021, Winter Storm Uri hit Texas hard, leaving 4.5 million homes without power and costing the state $130 billion. Governor Abbott blamed renewable energy, but investigations showed that all energy sources—gas, coal, and wind—failed due to poor preparation. 📝 The real question: will clean energy make us more vulnerable? Not if we plan ahead. 🗓️ California’s use of solar energy and batteries kept the grid stable during record heat waves, showing that clean energy, paired with smart solutions, can actually make power grids more reliable. 👌 The issue isn’t clean energy; it’s preparation for extreme weather. Texas’ isolated grid makes it tough to get help during emergencies. By using energy storage and connecting with other regions, we can prevent future blackouts and better handle the growing impacts of climate change. ✋ Follow for more Climate Justice News: https://buff.ly/3Zma4bV #justice #action #localizedclimateaction #energytransition #climatechange #environment #sustainability #renewableenergy #solarenergy #climatechange #technology #innovation

America’s data centers are expanding fast, with the market doubling in the last four years. The rise of artificial intelligence is a big driver, contributing to 20% of new demand. As data centers grow, they’re consuming more power, and vacancy rates are hitting record lows. 📉 This rapid growth is putting pressure on the grid, with some areas already feeling the pinch. By 2033, demand could surpass supply, making it critical to find new energy solutions. Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), like solar and battery storage, can help ease the strain by providing localized power and reducing the load on the grid. 💡 With data centers drawing more power, DERs are emerging as a smart way to ensure reliable electricity. They can operate as microgrids, supplementing the main grid during peak times, and helping data centers stay online even when the grid is stressed. It’s a key part of managing future demand and preventing outages. 🦾 Follow for Climate Justice News: https://buff.ly/3AWW66h #renewableenergy #solarenergy #climatechange #technology #innovation #climatechange #environment #sustainability #DERs #DistributedEnergyResources

We're excited to announce that our CEO Dana Redden will be a guest speaker at the “Climate Night Live: Visions from the Clean Energy Future.” This event will emphasize the role of policy and bipartisanship in advancing the clean energy transition. Co-hosted by The Pew Charitable Trusts and Canary Media Inc. journalists, the event will feature talk-show style programming with top clean energy experts, policymakers, advocates, and philanthropic leaders. Join Climate Night Live for engaging discussions, musical performances, and interactive segments showcasing climate solutions! The event will also be livestreamed on Canary Media's YouTube channel. https://lnkd.in/emZeNWc4

Solar panels have come a long way in how much power they can generate. Even though your roof size hasn’t changed, the amount of electricity you can produce has grown significantly. Back in 2000, the average home solar system had a capacity of 2.4 kilowatts, but now it's about 7.4 kilowatts, thanks to advances in technology. 🤖 This boost in capacity is due to major improvements in solar panel efficiency. Panels are now converting more sunlight into energy without needing more space. Most panels today have over 20% efficiency, a huge leap from just a decade ago. This means homeowners can cover more of their energy needs and save on bills. 💰 Even with these gains, the U.S. still has higher solar prices than countries like Australia, mostly because of "soft costs" like labor, permits, and financing. While prices are slowly dropping, there's still a lot of work to be done to make solar more affordable for everyone. 💲 Follow for more Climate Justice News: https://buff.ly/3XiaWfc #renewableenergy #solarenergy #climatechange #technology #innovation #socialimpact #equity #equityandinclusion #climatechange #environment #sustainability

The Global Justice Ecology Project’s new documentary reveals the harmful impact of eucalyptus plantations in Brazil, as told by the Indigenous and local communities affected. These toxic plantations pollute the land, drain water, and destroy biodiversity, while corporations show little care for the people living there. The film gives a voice to those on the frontlines of this environmental and social battle. 🗣 🤝 Brazil is the world's top eucalyptus producer, with millions of hectares turned into "green deserts." Companies like Suzano are replacing rich, carbon-absorbing forests with these monocultures, all for profit. Now, genetically engineered eucalyptus is making things worse by increasing the use of toxic pesticides, further harming the land and communities. ☣️ Worse yet, these companies get carbon credits for planting these harmful trees, even though they’re destroying ecosystems. Unlike Renewable Energy Credits (RECs), which are trackable, verifiable, and actually support the development of clean energy sources, carbon credits are often misused to greenwash harmful practices like monoculture tree plantations, which do far more damage than good. ⚠️☢️☣️ Follow for more Climate Justice News: https://buff.ly/4ghdRNQ #energyjustice #equitableenergy #dignifiedlife #fairness #energyburden #energyinsecurity #socialimpact #equity #equityandinclusion #climatechange #environment #sustainability #justice #action #localizedclimateaction #energytransition

Energy costs in California are skyrocketing 🚀 , and people are feeling it. In 2022, households spent about $6,500 on energy, which is $450 more than in 2012. But what really has everyone talking are the huge jumps in electricity prices this year, with more on the way. 📈 A big reason for this is the cost of upgrading infrastructure to prevent wildfires and support clean energy and electric vehicles. With more projects coming, energy bills are only going to climb higher. Lawmakers are hearing from frustrated residents and scrambling for solutions. 💡 One bill, AB 3264, aims to help by pushing experts to find ways to lower energy costs by 2035. It’s not an immediate fix, but the idea is to come up with smart, evidence-based strategies that can make a real difference over time. 🛠️ Follow for more Climate Justice News: https://buff.ly/4dZaMR4 #climatechange #environment #sustainability #socialimpact #equity #equityandinclusion