Emily Teitsworth, Honnold Foundation - Bringing Solar to Marginalized Communities | EP 145

Welcome to the latest episode of the Clean Power Hour, where we delve into the world of renewable energy and its incredible impact on our planet. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Emily Teitsworth, Executive Director of the Honnold Foundation, as our special guest. The Honnold Foundation, founded by professional rock climber Alex Honnold, has been expanding clean energy access to the less developed world and rural America since 2012. In this episode, we explore Honnold’s vision for a future where marginalized communities participate in the practical and environmental & health benefits of solar and battery storage. We dive deep into the core values of the Honnold Foundation which are “...that small, deliberate steps can help us achieve audacious goals, and we’re here to build a brighter and more equitable world for everyone.” We explore who is eligible for their grants and how they determine the recipients. Ever wondered why Alex Honnold, the renowned rock climber, started the Honnold Foundation? We have the answer. Uncover the motivation and passion that led Alex to establish this incredible nonprofit organization, dedicated to a sustainable future powered by clean energy.But the conversation doesn't stop there. We also explore how the Honnold Foundation effectively distributes its grants, supporting a diverse range of solar projects worldwide. Key TakeawaysHow Emily got into SolarWhat Honnold Foundation is aboutWho is eligible for Honnold Foundation grantsWhy Alex Honnold Started the Honnold FoundationHow the foundation distributes the grantsHonnold FoundationConnect with Emily Teitsworth on LinkedInFollow Honnold Foundation on LinkedIn Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email [email protected] Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: [email protected] Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America’s number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

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