Strong Funding Support Groundswell has recently secured a significant $20 million in funding from the Biden administration, highlighting strong financial backing that can facilitate large-scale solar and resilience projects, presenting a compelling opportunity for solar developers and equipment suppliers.

Expanding Project Scope The organization is actively expanding its community-based energy solutions through initiatives like the Southeast Rural Power program and new resilience hubs, creating opportunities to collaborate on community solar installations, energy efficiency upgrades, and resilience infrastructure.

Strategic Partnerships Groundswell’s collaborations with major partners such as Salesforce and Orange County demonstrate open channels for joint initiatives and community engagement, which can serve as entry points for technology providers and local service vendors.

Large Market Reach With an ambitious goal to deliver over $29 million in annual energy savings impacting more than 36,000 families across multiple states, there are numerous opportunities for vendors specializing in energy efficiency, solar development, and community engagement tools.

Focus on Equity Groundswell’s emphasis on addressing equity barriers through customized community programs offers potential for sales of tailored energy solutions, training services, and community-focused technology platforms aimed at underserved populations.