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Renewable Energy
Mission: Expand the use Renewable/Clean Energy in Edgewater and Andersonville. Activities include:
Help hasten the clean energy economy »
Why: Outdated policies governing electric utilities don’t fairly value clean energy & polluters have had free license to pollute.
How: Help overhaul obsolete rules that restrict the new energy market, while supporting and defending EPA’s Clean Power Plan. Support public officials and private groups that are working to introduce policies that allow clean energy to flourish.
Ongoing Actions to Support Renewable Energy Use
1. Solar Community Loans for Edgewater: The Overhead Project Solar Development, LLC is an independent solar financing company that seeks federally registered 501(c)(3)s in the Edgewater community with whom to partner.
Additionally, home owners looking to install solar power projects are encouraged to reach out to the Project for information, installer contacts, and funding requests. For more information contact: seamus@overheadproject.org
2. Green Business We work with chambers, businesses and local universities to expand Green Business practices that include Renewable Energy
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Milestone 2019
May 15, 2019: was the official launch of Illinois Solar for All. The program will broaden equitable access to the benefits of clean energy, including reduced energy bills, a cleaner environment, and solar energy jobs. Illinois Solar for All sub-programs include onsite solar for income-qualified residential properties, solar incentives for eligible non-profit agencies and public facilities, and community solar projects that provide subscriber access for low-income households. Visit www.IllinoisSFA.com to see how you can get involved.
Illinois Solar for All is now accepting project submissions from Approved Vendors.
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- Hosting neighborhood meetings and educational presentations on the benefits vs. cost of renewable energy: solar, wind, geothermal etc.
- Working with private foundations and public entities to legally establish a pool of "buying power" or circulating loan funds to assist owners in purchase & installation of renewable energy systems.
- Recruiting support of public officials, universities and industry to develop affordable, environmentally friendly renewable energy grids for homeowners and businesses
Help hasten the clean energy economy »
Why: Outdated policies governing electric utilities don’t fairly value clean energy & polluters have had free license to pollute.
How: Help overhaul obsolete rules that restrict the new energy market, while supporting and defending EPA’s Clean Power Plan. Support public officials and private groups that are working to introduce policies that allow clean energy to flourish.
Ongoing Actions to Support Renewable Energy Use
1. Solar Community Loans for Edgewater: The Overhead Project Solar Development, LLC is an independent solar financing company that seeks federally registered 501(c)(3)s in the Edgewater community with whom to partner.
Additionally, home owners looking to install solar power projects are encouraged to reach out to the Project for information, installer contacts, and funding requests. For more information contact: seamus@overheadproject.org
2. Green Business We work with chambers, businesses and local universities to expand Green Business practices that include Renewable Energy
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Milestone 2019
May 15, 2019: was the official launch of Illinois Solar for All. The program will broaden equitable access to the benefits of clean energy, including reduced energy bills, a cleaner environment, and solar energy jobs. Illinois Solar for All sub-programs include onsite solar for income-qualified residential properties, solar incentives for eligible non-profit agencies and public facilities, and community solar projects that provide subscriber access for low-income households. Visit www.IllinoisSFA.com to see how you can get involved.
Illinois Solar for All is now accepting project submissions from Approved Vendors.
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How a solar pv cell works.
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Wind turbines on water platforms
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Google Map EEC maintains the data base of renewable energy installations. Map may be used for site tours.
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The Edgewater Environmental Coalition (EEC) is an all volunteer group - and a partner of the Overhead Project, a 501(c)3 non profit group.(EIN 46-4457047) (See Note for link information). Donations to EEC are tax deductible under IRS rules.*
Use the button above to donate via a secure PayPal link. Thank You! *Check with your accountant if you have any questions. ______________________________________________ Note: More details regarding the Overhead Project and the partnership with EEC under its 501(c)3 umbrella, can be found by clicking on the following link then > Projects: http://www.overheadproject.org |
Donations are welcome. Here are a few of our activities & projects:
EEC is a proud affiliate of the Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) |