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Join RE-volv's growing team! We are hiring a Development Director who will lead our fundraising program, managing all aspects of RE-volv's fund development strategy. The ideal candidate will have: ⚡ Successfully managed long-term fundraising efforts, with Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI) specific fundraising experience ⚡ A background in clean energy, environmental and climate justice solutions ⚡ Great communication and writing skills, attention to detail, and passion for RE-volv's mission Learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/guScGY8

Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day! RE-volv is proud to honor Indigenous nations as their community members continue to enhance our understanding of history, education, and environmentalism. Indigenous nations have been stewards of the land since the beginning of time. Braiding Indigenous Ways of Knowing and leadership into our climate solutions is critical as we work toward a just energy transition.☀️ Join us in celebrating organizations like Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy, a partner nonprofit supporting clean energy development for tribes nationwide. Explore their events, workshops and resources ➡️ tribalcleanenergy.org

The Solar Ambassador Cohort 2024/2025 has arrived 🎉 Over the last weekend, new and returning Solar Ambassadors participated in the annual RE-volv Leadership Summit. Solar Ambassadors from 26 universities and colleges attended the Leadership Summit! Students learned about RE-volv’s mission and the goals of the clean energy transition while practicing community and nonprofit outreach.🤝 We can’t wait to discover and support the incredible work they will do as they bring solar to their campuses and communities nationwide. ⭐ Georgia Institute of Technology University of California, Berkeley Duke University Princeton University Morgan State University Swarthmore College University of California, Merced Binghamton University University of Dayton Columbia University Coastal Carolina University Michigan State University Golden Gate University The University of Texas at Austin Columbia Theological Seminary Texas A&M University University of Arkansas at Little Rock The George Washington University California State Polytechnic University-Pomona San Francisco State University Boston University North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Arizona State University University of Maryland

This Thursday at 2pm EST 🗓️ 🚨 RE-volv is thrilled to be speaking on Climate United’s webinar about the Direct Pay filing process and tips to best navigate it. From filing to receiving the Direct Pay check in the mail, we’ll share our experience unlocking savings for our 2023 nonprofit solar projects! Speakers include: ⚡ Ronald Newman, Senior Advisor, Inflation Reduction Act Implementation, U.S. Department of the Treasury ⚡ Tracy Ward, Executive Staff, Self-Help Credit Union  ⚡ Andreas Karelas, Executive Director, RE-volv ⚡ Cami Thompson, Director of Finance, RE-volv Register here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g9eGChtP

Big News ⚡ Last week, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) opened applications for up to $400 million in new funding to spur innovative, community-focused, clean energy solutions for rural and remote communities across the United States. The funding will include federal awards from $2-$50 million to help communities lead in developing tailored clean energy projects best suited for their unique needs. 👏 Learn more + register for the informational webinar tomorrow at 4pm ET here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ehKd3Huu

Did you know that Colorado is one of the best states for solar, yet the state still generates the majority of electricity using fossil fuels? This summer, the Zen Center of Denver went solar with RE-volv in hopes of inspiring other nonprofits and residents in the Denver metro area to follow suit. 🙌 They will also save over $80,000 in electricity costs over the system's lifetime! More here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g_AYTgMG

On Oct 10th join Self-Help Credit Union and experts from the U.S. Department of the Treasury and RE-volv for the latest information on the Direct Pay process. #DirectPay (also known as Elective Payment) is a game-changing option created under the #InflationReductionAct, which allows Tribal, state, and local governments, as well as non-profits and other qualifying entities, to access clean energy tax credits as a cash refund. You'll learn about how the Direct Pay process is working and hear tips and best practices for navigating it. Register today! https://bit.ly/4es3zsW

Calling all clean energy community organizers 📢 RE-volv is seeking a new team member to manage all community engagement programming and activities, including our Solar Ambassador Fellowship Program, community partner relationships, and community engagement events. This is a full-time position based in our downtown San Francisco office ⚡ Learn more & apply here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/guScGY8

📣 Today is the deadline to apply! Your RE-volv Solar Ambassador Fellowship Program journey begins in 3 easy steps. 💪 Don’t miss your opportunity to make a difference in climate change on your college campus and community. Apply now ➡️ https://lnkd.in/etSzQehx Shoutout to the Georgia Institute of Technology Solar Ambassador Team for being a part of this video 👏

That’s a wrap on #ClimateWeekNYC! Some highlights: 1️⃣ Hip Hop Caucus' premiere of their new short film, Underwater Projects, which shares community leader perspectives of the redevelopment plan for sinking Norfolk, Virginia.   2️⃣ Invest in Our Future’s 10 Year Promise of the IRA event, which delved into how philanthropic funding is already unlocking IRA benefits for communities, as well as the work that still needs to be done to realize the historic climate bill’s potential. 3️⃣ Amalgamated Bank & Invest in Our Future's event on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF), and how blended finance will spark an equitable, community-led energy transition. RE-volv's Andreas Karelas spoke on the panel, highlighting nonprofit solar success stories. 4️⃣ Honnold Foundation and Kara Solar's screening of their new short film, River of Spirits, including a conversation on the power of Indigenous storytelling. 5️⃣ Project Drawdown, B Lab and Forum for the Future's event on integrating climate justice principles & human stories into the foundation of organizations’ and businesses’ work. Key themes:  ⚡ Intentional partnerships and collaboration are key: We must ensure all stakeholders are a part of the conversation and center local wisdom and perspectives when making decisions. ⚡ Direct Pay is game-changing! As we heard it come up in various discussions, this provision of the IRA will enable an accelerated energy transition that benefits all. ⚡ Real momentum is underway: Last year, there was a record-breaking $88B invested in clean energy in the US!