Clean Energy Stories

Lower energy costs, more clean jobs, healthier communities. The Southeast is transitioning toward a clean energy economy. Read about how your neighbors are benefitting from clean energy.

Where Do We Go From Here, Part 2
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Where Do We Go From Here, Part 2

Stan Cross, SACE's Electric Transportation Director, sets off on a 5,000-mile EV road trip from North Carolina to Newfoundland and documents his journey.

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Clean energy will save this Virginia school district tens of millions
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Clean energy will save this Virginia school district tens of millions

Roanoke City Public Schools (RCPS) is in the process of installing nearly 9.4 megawatts of solar capacity across 29 school sites, a record-breaking project in Virginia. RCPS has plans to become the first school district in the state to develop resilient emergency shelters that can serve the community during grid outages and are powered by solar microgrids.

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Fueling Electric Mobility Trust in Virginia
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Fueling Electric Mobility Trust in Virginia

The Mid-Atlantic Advanced Transporation Summit and Expo, hosted by Virginia Clean Cities brought together leaders in vehicle technology, fueling infrastructure, and policy who are building the transportation systems of the future. The Fueling Trust Together panel featured organizations in Virginia who are building trust and sharing information among consumers to ensure that the electric transition includes everyone.

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After Disaster Strikes, Footprint Project in New Orleans Brings Clean Power – and Stays to Build Community Resilience
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After Disaster Strikes, Footprint Project in New Orleans Brings Clean Power – and Stays to Build Community Resilience

Footprint Project is a nonprofit that deploys mobile solar panels, batteries, solar trailers, and portable power stations to communities affected by disasters. When a hurricane, wildfire, flood, or other disaster knocks out the electric grid, Footprint Project works with local organizations to determine where portable, sustainable power can make the greatest difference.

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A Closed Virginia Gas Station Becomes a Launchpad for Clean Energy Careers
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A Closed Virginia Gas Station Becomes a Launchpad for Clean Energy Careers

The realization that local solar installers were needed for local projects helped inspire FLIPP, short for Flexible Learning, Infinite Programming Possibilities. Raye Elliott co-founded the organization with her cousin, A.J., drawing on her experience in the military, hydropower, construction, renewable energy, and government operations.

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Where Do We Go From Here, Part 3
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Where Do We Go From Here, Part 3

Stan Cross, SACE's Electric Transportation Director reaches Newfoundland, and after 3,500 miles in his EV, relishes the natural wonder, explores clean energy solutions, and reflects on challenges climate change poses to Atlantic Canada and us all.

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