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Community Investment | TurningPoint Energy

Community Investment

TurningPoint Energy has committed over $1.4MM in community investments, with a goal to reach $3MM by 2026.

Impactful Support for Communities

TurningPoint Energy invests in every community where our projects are located, as well as actively supporting non-profit organizations with missions to expand access to solar energy. 

Our efforts provide substantial, impactful support for public school and community initiatives, as well as renewable energy education curricula to inspire the next generation of renewable energy industry leaders.

Our Triple Bottom Line Approach

At TurningPoint Energy, we believe in a triple bottom line approach to our business wherein our customers and stakeholders gain value through:

  • Financial value in the form of competitive rates for solar electricity;
  • Environmental value in the form of emission-free, clean energy; and
  • Social value in the form of TPE’s investment in their community through economic development, education initiatives and local investment.

 

Donations/Community Support

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Jonesboro

Craighead County, Arkansas

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Jonesboro

TPE's donation supported the construction of nine new homes and a community park through Habitat for Humanity of Greater Jonesboro's Build Up for Phillip Project. The nine new homes house 31 individuals, including 20 children.
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Community Support Systems

Prince George's County, Maryland

Community Support Systems

Community Support Systems provides low and moderate income families and senior citizens access to services, and advocates for services that elevate the quality of life and independence in the southern Prince George’s and northern Charles County communities.
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Frederick Douglass High School

Prince George's County, Maryland

Frederick Douglass High School, Prince George's County

Frederick Douglass High School empowers its students to become effective communicators, globally-minded problem-solvers, and lifelong learners who realize their potential and become ethical, service-oriented citizens.
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Kingsville Elementary School

Baltimore County, Maryland

Mission of Love Charities, Baltimore County

Kingsville Elementary School is part of the Baltimore County Public School District. Its mission is to provide a nurturing, safe environment that respects the whole child.
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White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company

Baltimore County, Maryland

White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company, Baltimore

White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company (WMVFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides fire, rescue and emergency medical services to the citizens of White Marsh, Perry Hall, Nottingham and other communities within Baltimore and Harford counties.
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Greater Washington Community Foundation

Prince George's County, Maryland

Greater Washington Community Foundation, Prince George's County

Since 1973, the Greater Washington Community Foundation has been a champion of thriving communities and a catalyst for change through local philanthropic engagement, effective community investment, and civic leadership.
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House of Hope

Garrett County, Maryland

House of Hope

The House of Hope is a network of concern whose members cooperate to reach out to others when there is serious need. Its resources are primarily directed to short-term emergency situations, where quick response and flexibility are critical.
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Police District Citizens Advisory Council

Prince George's County, Maryland

Police District Citizens Advisory Council, Prince George's County

Friendsville Volunteer Fire​

Garrett County, Maryland

Friendsville Volunteer Fire​

The Friendsville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department's mission is to preserve life, protect property, promote public safety and to preserve and enhance the quality of life for all citizens and visitors to the Friendsville, MD area.
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Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company

Baltimore County, Maryland

Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company, Baltimore

The Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company provides fire, EMS and rescue service to Kingsville, Maryland and the surrounding communities.
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Mission Beelieve

Montgomery Co. Maryland

Mission Beelieve

Mission Beelieve provides a beekeeping education for local Veterans and First Responders. Its goal is to create a relaxing environment, while educating about the vocational aspects of beekeeping. This program gives a sense of purpose and a way to reconnect with the community.
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Bowie Interfaith Emergency Fund

Prince George's County, Maryland

Bowie Interfaith Emergency Fund, Prince Georges' County

The Bowie Interfaith Emergency Fund (Bowie Food Pantry) provides food assistance and emergency aid to all qualifying residents of Prince George's County.
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Western Maryland Food Council

Garrett County, Maryland

Western Maryland Food Council

The Western Maryland Food Council supports efforts to develop the local food system in Western Maryland.
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Manna Food Center

Montgomery County, Maryland

Manna Food Center

Manna Food Center’s singular mission is to eliminate hunger in Montgomery County, Maryland. Through food distribution, education and advocacy, we are making strides on behalf of more than 63,000 county residents who experience hunger and food insecurity.
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FRC Team 1629, the Garrett Coalition (GaCo)

Garrett County, Maryland

FRC Team 1629, the Garrett Coalition (GaCo)

GaCo's vision is for STEM Ready Kids: for all students, by the time they leave elementary school, to have the opportunity to develop those skills which are essential for success in STEM.
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Our House

Montgomery County, Maryland

Our House

Our House provides the opportunity for at-risk adolescents to become happy, healthy, and productive. The Our House Program is more than just a job skills training program. It includes development of the entire individual, providing the trainees with a full set of skills for success.
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Louttit Library

West Greenwich, Rhode Island

Louttit Library

Louttit Library provides library materials and services that enrich, enlighten and inform primarily West Greenwich, RI residents.
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Montgomergy County Beekeepers Association

Montgomery County, Maryland

Montgomery County Beekeepers Association

The Montgomery County Beekeepers Association (MCBA) was established to teach beekeeping skills to enthusiasts, and to benefit the community through related outreach.
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God's Pit Crew

Pittsylvania County, Virginia

God's Pit Crew

As part of our second Danville Utilities project (10MW) in Pittsylvania County, Virginia, TPE donated $20,000 to God's Pit Crew. Headquartered in Danville, VA, God’s Pit Crew is a non-profit, faith-based crisis response team of over 500 volunteers that delivers hope, healing, and restoration to hurting people in times of crisis.
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Ephrata Cloister Associates

Ephrata, Pennsylvania

Ephrata Cloister Associates

Ephrata Cloister Associates works in partnership with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, supporting the mission of preservation and education at Ephrata Cloister, one of 26 historic sites and museums on the Pennsylvania Trail of History.
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Pittsylvania County Public Schools

Pittsylvania County, Virginia

Pittsylvania County Public Schools

In association with our 6MW Danville Utilities Solar Project, TPE donated $20,000 to Pittsylvania County Public Schools, plus four (4) acres of land worth an estimated $26,000. Pittsylvania County Public Schools is located in Chatham, Virginia, with an enrollment of approximately 8,998 students across 18 schools.
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Comprehensive Community Action Program

North Smithfield, Rhode Island

Comprehensive Community Action Program

CCAP is one of Rhode Island's largest organizations dedicated solely to fighting the war on poverty. CCAP provides a wide spectrum of services designed to help those in immediate need and empower self-sufficiency.
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Project Partner Donations - $50,000

As part of our RI King and RI Hopkins community solar projects in Rhode Island, TPE's project partner DEPCOM Power donated $50,000 to local charities.

DEPCOM Power

Rhode Island Donations: Comprehensive Community Action Program and Operation Stand Down
DEPCOM Power Website

Athens Victory Club

Somerset County, Maine

Athens Victory Club, Somerset County

The Athens Victory Club's mission is to bring help, love and compassion to its community by means of kindness, caring or small donations to help in difficult times or recognize accomplishment.
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North Smithfield Food Pantry

Providence County, Rhode Island

North Smithfield Food Pantry, Providence County

The North Smithfield Residents food pantry is a non profit organization that provides food assistance to North Smithfield families in need.
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Washington Food Pantry

Knox County, Maine

Washington Food Pantry, Knox County

The Washington Food Pantry is a local nonprofit organization located in the town of Washington, Maine. It offers food and household products to those in need.
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Chrysalis Place Food Center

Kennebec County, Maine

Chrysalis Place Food Center of Gardiner, Kennebec County

The Chrysalis Place Food Center serves the communities of Chelsea, Farmingdale, Gardiner, Pittston, Randolph and West Gardiner
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Project Local Labor - 91%

25MW Alta Luna Solar Project in Luna County, New Mexico

91% Local Labor -25MW Alta Luna Solar Project

TPE’s 25MW Alta Luna solar project for Tri-State Generation and Transmission in Luna County, NM was constructed by project partner DEPCOM Power using over 91% local labor, including 31% in military veteran labor.
Project Profile

Project Partner Donations - $100,000

As part of our 25MW Alta Luna Solar Project,  DEPCOM Power raised a total of $100,000 for local  Luna County, New Mexico organizations.

DEPCOM Power Luna County, New Mexico Donations

See the Change USA - Roadrunner Food Bank - Transforming Luna County - Wayne County Family Resource Network - CrossWalk Lutheran Ministries - Operation Homefront - The Friends of the Healing House - Deming Animal Guardians
DEPCOM Power Website

Project Partner Donations - $60,000

As part of our 9.9MW community solar project for United Cooperative Services in Bosque County, Texas, TPE's project partner DEPCOM Power donated $60,000 to eight deserving local charities in and around Bosque County.

DEPCOM Power Bosque County, Texas Donations

Talitha Koum Institute --- Caritas --- Parkgate Community Church --- American Legion Auxiliary --- Crazy8 Ministries --- Burleson Higher Education Opportunity Fund --- North Bosque Helping Hands --- Cleburne Christian Lodge
DEPCOM Power Website

Project Local Labor - 90%

9.9MW United Cooperative Services Community Solar Project in Bosque County, Texas

90% Local Labor - 9.9MW United Electric Cooperative Community Solar Project

Our 9.9MW community solar project for United Cooperative Services in Bosque County, Texas, was constructed by project partner DEPCOM Power using 90% local labor, including 25% military veterans.
Project Profile

Solar Curriculum for Deming Public Schools

Luna County, New Mexico

Deming Public Schools / Solar Schoolhouse Curriculum

As part of our 25MW Alta Luna solar project for Tri-State Generation & Transmission, TPE donated $20,000 for a solar curriculum to Deming Public Schools, which was administered by Solar Schoolhouse.
Solar Schoolhouse Website

Community Pantry

McKinley County, New Mexico

The Community Pantry

The Community Pantry serves people in Northwestern New Mexico through a number of programs including Free Produce, the Emergency Food Box, Food For Kids, the Emergency Food Assistance Program, the Agency Program, and Mobile Pantry Deliveries.
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Oaks of Life Retreat

Tom Green County, Texas

Oaks of Life Retreat

As part of our Concho Valley Electric Cooperative, Texas 1.3 MW Solar Project, TPE and its principals donated $11,000 to the Oaks of Life Retreat. The Oaks of Life Retreat is a non-profit organization in West Texas that provides widows of soldiers a God-centered weekend of healing, restoration, relaxation, and sisterhood under the Texas stars.
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H.O.P.E., Inc. (Helping Other People Effectively)

Erath County, Texas

H.O.P.E., Inc.

H.O.P.E., Inc. (Helping Other People Effectively) assists needy residents of Erath County, Texas, with food, clothing, comprehensive medical and limited financial assistance.
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La Puente

Alamosa, Colorado

La Puente

La Puente's mission is to address the effects of poverty by providing a safety net of services, where individuals and families get what they need to stabilize, heal, strengthen, and ultimately thrive. Annually, over 16,000 individuals and family members receive at least one of its services.
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United Cooperative Services

Bosque County, Texas

United Cooperative Services, Bosque County

Solar demo project at United Cooperative Services' Meridian, Texas office
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Denver Kids, Inc.

Denver, Colorado

Denver Kids, Inc.

TPE has donated over $50,000 to Denver Kids, Inc., and its principals have served on its board. Denver Kids,Inc. creates career and college pathways for at-potential students open to growth and guidance by providing multi-level support to students, their families, and the school community.
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