When Solstice Co-Founder & CEO Steph Speirs first decided that she wanted to bring affordable clean energy to every community, she was halfway around the world. She had been working with local communities to expand solar access in off-grid rural communities in India, and one day she realized that the households that she talked to…
We’re officially in month two of 2022, and solar, along with other forms of renewable energy, is already set for another year of rapid growth. With a 10% projected increase in U.S. renewable energy this year and a projected 26% increase by 2026, renewables like solar are quickly becoming the superpowers of the climate change…
This beautiful cabin in the Catskill Mountains of New York offsets its energy usage with clean energy from a nearby solar farm — and it’s available to rent! A hidden gem of the Catskill Mountains, this family-owned cabin is perfectly located for hiking, swimming, and skiing. The Dudley family purchased the cabin from the previous…
You see offers all the time to “reduce your electric bill!” or “support green energy.” Which ones can you trust? Will an alternative energy supplier really save you money? We at Solstice are not an ARES, but we’ll help break down how they work and what you need to know. What Is An ARES? An…
Although Community Solar is getting more mainstream, it can be a tricky concept to grasp — especially if you’re not used to the idea of choosing where your energy comes from! Here, we answer all your Community Solar FAQs. Community Solar can be a real head-scratcher, especially if you haven’t heard of it before. Many…
We see it every day in our work: organizations are discovering the value in community solar. Whether they work at corporations or national or community-based businesses, leaders are taking advantage of community solar to accomplish their goals. It may seem obvious, but sometimes, with all the talk of solving large-scale issues like climate change and…
We are living in a time in which renewable energy is cheaper than fossil fuels. An affordable climate change solution is at our fingertips, and yet, millions of Americans can’t get access to renewable sources of power. That’s where Solstice comes in. Where would we be without energy? It keeps us warm, cooks our food,…
Did you know that 88% of consumers are likely to be more loyal to your brand or organization if you demonstrate environmental or social responsibility? Becoming a conscious company has never been easier! Here are five ways your organization can go green in 2021. Experts agree that 2021 will be the year of climate action.…
In this edition of our Community Climate Champions series highlighting individuals and organizations building a better future for their communities, we focus on TownOfUlsterCitizens.Org. Before founding TownOfUlsterCitizens.Org, long-term Ulster, New York resident Laura Harmann had never been too involved in politics or local government. She never thought she’d create a town organization to fight for…
Whether you’re looking to install panels on the roof of your property or get clean energy from an off-site solar farm, there’s a way your business can do its part to decrease its environmental impact and save money. In 300 words, here’s how your business can get solar. So, your business is looking to go…