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Nonprofit organizations Footprint Project, Invest Appalachia, and Appalachian Voices (fiscal sponsor of the Appalachian Solar Finance Fund) are supporting the development of Resilience Hubs to aid Helene recovery and build long-term community strength. These permanent solar power installations provide reliable, independent energy that keeps people safe, connected, and prepared for future emergencies. Central Appalachia has …

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 9, 2025 CONTACTDan Radmacher, Media Specialist, (540) 798-6683, dan@appvoices.org  NORTON, Va. — This October, Appalachian Voices announced a new funding opportunity to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy bills for community-serving organizations in Southwest Virginia. Grants of up to $15,000 will be provided to organizations in Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Tazewell and Wise …

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Vision Granted has released a free Energy Project Blueprint for Beginners and fillable Work Plan to help nonprofits, local governments, and rural teams plan and pay for renewable energy projects using tax credits eligible for Direct Pay. The guide walks users through planning, funding, and building energy projects—especially in under-resourced or coal-impacted communities. Great for solar, EV, …

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In 2022, Congress enacted the Inflation Reduction Act, which expanded a suite of clean energy tax credits and incentives to support low- and zero-emission energy resources. These clean energy tax credits also support domestic manufacturing of energy technologies. Since that time, clean energy jobs have been booming across the country, with continued growth expected in …

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