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We are working alongside these community organizations that are committed and passionate about building decarbonization and energy equity.
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CBO & Outreach Partners

We work with community-based organizations and other trusted partners to support outreach, participant education, and enrollment. They are here to guide you through the process, from determining eligibility to getting enrolled. Submit your information and we’ll connect you with the appropriate local partner.
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APEN Asian Pacific Environmental Network logo with community silhouettes and green city background

APEN is a nonprofit Oakland based environmental justice organization with deep roots in California’s Asian immigrant and refugee communities. Since 1993, APEN has built a membership base of Laotian refugees in Richmond and Chinese immigrants in Oakland. Under SOMAH, APEN led in developing culturally appropriate and accessible outreach materials which allowed for the cross-cultural communication of the programs’ benefits. These materials were templated and customized for a variety of stakeholders including property owners, landlords, and residents.

 
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Association for Energy Affordability (AEA) is a nonprofit with 30+ years of experience advancing energy efficiency and building electrification in low-income communities. AEA delivers technical services, training, and project management to help reduce emissions, improve indoor air quality, and lower energy costs. Their expert team works closely with owners and contractors to implement innovative, equitable clean energy solutions.

 
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California Housing Partnership (CHP) is a nonprofit dedicated to creating and preserving affordable, sustainable homes for low-income Californians. Since 1988, CHP has helped leverage over $35 billion in financing to support more than 93,000 affordable homes. Their Sustainability Team provides technical assistance and policy guidance to affordable housing owners and program implementers. CHP is a key outreach partner for several statewide decarbonization programs serving multifamily housing, including LIWP, CAMR, SOMAH, and BUILD.

 
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Frontier Energy, established in 1981, Frontier is a nationwide engineering and consulting firm with a strong record of delivering energy efficiency solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. Frontier’s expertise encompasses demand side management (DSM), software development, building research and consulting, contractor training and engagement, commercial foodservice efficiency, and transportation and power.

 

 
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The Ortiz Group (TOG) is a California-based Small, Veteran, and Disadvantaged Business Entity (SVDBE) specializing in program management and training services for underserved communities. With over a decade of experience, TOG has engaged 50,000+ customers, helped mitigate electrification costs, and worked closely with contractors and community groups. TOG also leads contractor training through statewide Centers of Excellence, ensuring a skilled workforce for the growing clean energy industry.

 
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GRID Alternatives (GRID), founded in 2001, builds community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy. As a leading installer of low-income solar in California, GRID partners with trusted community organizations to deliver impactful programs. Over 20 years, GRID has completed 21,000 solar projects nationwide—serving 31,000 low-income families and 250+ community facilities—generating over $700 million in long-term energy savings.

 
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PODER SF is a nonprofit founded in 1990 that has engaged underserved San Francisco communities for over 30 years on issues like lead poisoning prevention, park access, and linguistic rights. Centered on Latinx immigrant families and other underinvested communities of color, PODER empowers residents to shape their neighborhoods and economies. PODER is actively involved in equitable building decarbonization efforts through partnerships with Emerald Cities and the San Francisco Department of the Environment, piloting projects in the Mission District.

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Rising Sun, officially the Rising Sun Center for Opportunity, is a non-profit organization in Northern California that works at the intersection of economic equity and climate resilience. Founded in 1994, the organization provides training and jobs for youth, women, and individuals in reentry programs, preparing them for family-sustaining careers in the growing green economy. They offer green workforce development, run a Green House Calls program for energy and water efficiency services, and advocate for policies supporting climate action and equitable opportunities.

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Vermont Energy Investment Corporation (VEIC) is a woman-led nonprofit dedicated to advancing clean, efficient buildings with equity at its core. Since its founding in 1986, VEIC has been a national leader in energy efficiency, building decarbonization, and transportation electrification. VEIC manages major programs including Efficiency Vermont, Efficiency Smart (Ohio), and the DC Sustainable Energy Utility, while supporting initiatives across multiple states. Since 2000, VEIC’s efforts are projected to reduce over 110 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions, with nearly half of recent work directly serving vulnerable communities.

 
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