Making Solar Power Accessible to People of All Income Levels
The Rural Renewable Energy Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit grassroots organization pairing Social Activism with Solar Energy in our commitment to bring solar heat to low-income households. Through our Solar Assistance Program, we provide clean solar heating systems to low-income families that qualify for Energy Assistance.
We believe that Solar Energy presents a viable alternative to fossil fuels that is both environmentally sound and socially empowering. In order for solar to be widely embraced, it must be available to people of all income levels. However, renewable energy remains out of reach of many lower income households.
Yet, lower income families would realize enormous benefits from Solar Energy systems. Low-income households bear a greater burden when energy crises strike. As the price of fuel oil, natural gas and electricity rise, some families have to choose between food and heating their home.
At RREAL, we believe that we have the power to make a difference!
The Solar Heating Systems that we currently install are grid-independent. That means a family can have a heat supply even when the grid goes down. Solar Assistance heating systems offer between a quarter and 50% of a household's winter heating needs for decades! With few moving parts, these systems need minimal maintenance, and last for years without repairs. And, believe it or not, Minnesota has more annual solar energy potential than Houston, TX!
Our program contributes to:
RREAL is made possible by Environmental & Social Justice Advocates like you! In collaboration with numerous agencies, private donors, volunteers, and program service dollars, we are able to support our efforts! Find out how you can help!
Initiative Foundation, Clean Energy Research Team(s), University of MN Central Region Partnership, Rural Poverty Fund, Otter Tail Wadena Community Action Council, White Earth Land Recovery Project, Hunt Utilities Group, Otto Bremer Foundation.
Making Renewable Energy Accessible to Everyone
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