Disadvantaged Communities and Clean Energy

Addressing disadvantaged communities in clean energy means tackling their unique challenges to ensure fair access to clean energy and sustainable resources.

Course Information

Difficulty: Getting started, Going advanced

Categories: Guides, Solar for disadvantaged, Solar programs

Tags: Environmental justice, Installing solar, Nonprofit assistance, Reducing energy bills, Transparency

Course Instructor

Nataliia Pushyk Author

Guide Structure

Defining Disadvantaged Communities

This lesson covers disadvantaged communities, their defining characteristics, identification methods, and the challenges they encounter.

Clean Energy Initiatives and Solutions for Disadvantaged Communities

This lesson highlights key policies and tailored solutions designed to support disadvantaged communities in accessing clean energy benefits.

Role of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs)

In this lesson you’ll learn how Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) support disadvantaged communities by providing affordable financing for clean energy projects.