Find Energy Resources Conservation & Development Nonprofits and Charities

  PTKGHS wrote:

For the past two years we have been developing a national science education and outreach project, supported by both NSF and NASA. POLAR-PALOOZA will have reached 25 communities by Spring 2009, sharing the latest research at Earth's poles and its implications... more »

  Jinka wrote:

The Public-Private Alliance Foundation facilitates collaboration among businesses, non-profits, governments, universities, individuals and international organizations. Last June over 100 people attended a seminar to discuss and plan for the rebuilding... more »

  suzie1 wrote:

Clinica Verde is building an environmentally sustainable health clinic for women and children living in poverty in Nicaragua. The organization has a great, committed, bi-national board comprised of U.S. and Nicaraguan docs, a LEED-certified architect... more »

  hooponoponogirl wrote:

I became disabled from mental and physical illness and the suffering it caused me and my family is virtually beyond description. Healingpaq not only gave me a scholarship, but a new lease on life. They taught me how to manage my mind and my pain. I... more »

  mdfloyd322 wrote:

I've been aware of ADP for a couple of years. I've met with the founders of the organization, viewed slides, and talked about their goals, current and future projects. They truly have a heart for Africa and Rwanda in particular. I like their approach... more »

  Writer wrote:

I found NC GreenPower through VolunteerMatch and have volunteered with them a few times. Renewable resources and sustainable energy is a passion of mine and is what I am going to school for. Because they have teamed up with Duke Energy, donating on... more »

  mikebme wrote:

Everybody Solar is a great example of a nonprofit helping other nonprofits. They are helping to create a vertous cycle by raising funds for solar installations that will help nonprofits reduce their energy bills and create more clean energy. more »

  amagansue wrote:

Groundswell Charleston is a grassroots homeowners group. We formed after three years of successive major flooding events in the city of Charleston, SC. A2, formerly Higher Ground, has supported our efforts all along. Its quarterly virtual meetings with... more »

  fvaldesp wrote:

International Rivers leads the fight for people, rivers and ecosystems everywhere. They supply documents and advice that are very valuable for river defenders everywhere. more »

  Rainmaker wrote:

RAN works tirelessly to protect the world's forests. They've been at it since 1985 and have saved millions of acres and help amplify the voices of indigneous allies and affected communities - from forests to coal fields. They're work to save forests doesn't... more »

  Christopher J. wrote:

Oregon Rural Action has played a vital role in our local community. From projects like the community gardens to its involvement in farmers' market and sustainable food efforts. Staffed by some of the most engaging, bright, and passionate individuals... more »

  families-for-orphans wrote:

What a concept! Providing real families for orphans instead of leaving them in institutions. A whole new paradigm of orphan care that can be used throughout our world. more »

  jonathan brody wrote:

JHFA is an amazing charity, the events were amazing, jews helping africans is great , great job, sivan started this with a dream not its a reality, and soon in Israel also. wow more »

  ecorho wrote:

I am impressed with the wealth of data and information I receive and that is made availabale to the public. The depth and scope of this organization's work is strong and effective. As a donor, I am also pleased at their planning and setting of priorities... more »

  Mrs MBA wrote:

I became involved in Faith in Place because of the basic reasonableness of the leadership and staff I met at a workshop. Aggressively inclusive, practical and smart, fun, hopeful, yet serious about the huge amount of work that needs to be done if we... more »

  BrotherT wrote:

My name is Matt, and I was a volunteer working for iCAST through the University of Colorado in Denver last fall from September through December. Over the course of that Service Learning opportunity, I was quickly made to feel like a part of the team,... more »

  andreask wrote:

Sunwork is an incredible organization that is putting solar on rooftops and is also training people how to do this important work. Sunwork makes renewable energy work for those people and communities that aren't supported by traditional solar installers.... more »

  jrpowers wrote:

IRI continues to amaze me for its disciplined thought in exploring new technical options. The US will only remain competitive in the coming decades if it can maintain its competitive technical edge and this will be an increasingly difficult challenge.... more »

  jennfm wrote:

This fantastic organization brings clean, environmentally friendly solar energy to disadvantaged communities to help power schools, health clinics, agricultural projects, and villages in third-world nations around the globe. I am amazed at what they... more »

  Craig G. wrote:

What impresses me about Green Empowerment is their focus and effectiveness. They are focused on providing two essentials to those in need: clean water and electricity powered by renewable energy. They are effective because the projects... more »

  K1Mar wrote:

This organization is truly trying to change the world for the better. Unfortunately the topic is complex and people have a wrong perspective on the topic. These people deserve more attention, this could impact the life of every human being on the... more »

  ludinac wrote:

Very Passionate and knowledgeable founders, they are a delight to engage with ! more »

  billie1 wrote:

I had a good experience talking with the Forest Supervisor and some of his staff and the training from Great Old Broads helped! We knew to start with positive introductions that connected us to the land. I was able to share a special perspective of... more »

  hjl211 wrote:

Earthworks is the only national non-profit working exclusively on mining issues. Environmental destruction on that scale means the earth needs a great advocate, and it has that in Earthworks. Please support this wonderful organization with me and help... more »

  JuliaJackson wrote:

Fresh energy is a crucial nonprofit in today's environment. They are a team of organized and dedicated employees who are committed to doing the best work possible to make sure that our country can have a clean energy future! I now work for a different... more »

  sarita005 wrote:

Thank you for helping me especially right now that I am sick and cannot work. You always help me. You have never denied my application for assistance. I had surgery last year and haven’t been able to work for over a year. My husband is elderly and suffers... more »

  istchurch1 wrote:

I have been a member of "PennFuture" for over 10 years. They put on quality educational conferences all over the State of Pennsylvania. Their staff is excellent, professional, low key and highly effective. Their legal staff is very accessible, cooperative... more »

  ted-gleichman wrote:

SolTrekker, with its beautiful fully-renewable eco-RV, combines the best of both worlds for students and teachers: It provides the excitement of a field trip, with presentations that students love. And it brings that excitement to the school door, dramatically... more »

  Mathenge wrote:

Kiangure Springs Environment Initiative is a grassroot organisation working to support communities in enhancing resilience in climate change in Kenya. Visit www.kseikenya.org to see more about our work more »

  DeanShuey wrote:

Climate change is real. I am unable or unwilling to take my carbon footprint to zero. The concept of purchasing carbon offsets through a non-profit was appealing. I purchased from carbon fund.org in 2013. I did not receive a certificate from them with... more »

  alison8 wrote:

I helped conduct a survey about the recycling center and its services. So I know that not only I think our recycling center is extraordinary. Everyone else does too! Consistently, people raved about the good wood project, the re-store, the workshops,... more »

  mwk wrote:

I chose to work with blueEnergy because of their commitment to real, positive change over the long haul. blueEnergy provides sustainable electricity to rural populations that would otherwise rely entirely on candles and diesel generators, but they are... more »

  stomponagoomba wrote:

This non-profit is young in mind, spirit, and heart. It's innovative in a city where environmentalism is as foreign as UFOs. They offer free site walkthroughs for businesses who want to be green while saving some green. They offer detailed energy audits... more »

  BabaDwayne wrote:

I am president of a non-profit that works in northern Tanzania, East Africa, providing scholarships for very poor students to attend secondary school and university. Most of our students have no electricity in their homes and therefore must study by... more »

  Suraj wrote:

I first heard about SeedTree three years ago when I was in my first year of Bachelor of Forestry Science. But within a year I became a work study scholor for SeedTree in Nepal. My experience with SeedTree is awesome. I got a chance to learn a... more »

  fischermich wrote:

Volunteering at GENI has been very educational for me. I have learned how to use some aspects of Dreamweaver, and most important I enjoy the positive atmosphere and the friendliness of everybody at the office. The Intern Coordinator, Patricia Stevens,... more »

  Terry Walker wrote:

I volunteered with GLNO nearly a year ago today and the experience was so positive that we have now helped to extend their concept to South Carolina with the sub-group Green Light South Carolina. The goals of this organization are to change every incandescent... more »

  cckelseyesq wrote:

Vermont is a small and very active 'Green' State. For its size, it is amazing that a rural and relatively impoverished State with challenging weather at best, tourism as our major income, could become a leader in this cutting edge arena of energy conservation... more »

  nathanieljameslindsey wrote:

The lessons I learned as an AHEAD Energy volunteer speak to this organization's mission to illuminate communities around the world. In Fall 2008, AHEAD asked me to travel to sub-Saharan Africa, assess available energy resources and energy needs at a Ugandan... more »

  ellen craig wrote:

I have been involved with ELPC for more than a decade as a Board member and also Chairman of the Board for two years because it is a very effective organization which plays a vital and unique role in protecting the Midwest's natural resources and environmental... more »

  karlautting wrote:

Excellent work environment and a great project that not only helps to educate students in schools in Florida but raises awareness about the current environmental problems facing this world and provides a means to mitigate impact. more »

  tendril2 wrote:

350.org is addressing climate change, the # 1 issue facing our planet, in a profoundly innovative, efficient, transparent, and inclusive manner. Bill McKibben, the guiding spirit behind 350.org, has devoted himself to this cause with tremendous humility... more »

  btrought wrote:

D Acres is an organic farm and educational homestead which is helping many people explore their relationship with agriculture. Serving both interns from afar and our regional community with workshops and a variety of educational and food activities this... more »

  BJVOTEL wrote:

I've know about the Elfrida Citizen Alliance for many years and the good works they do for the all the people & community of Sulpher Springs Valley. The ECA has a team of highly skilled & qualified professional personnel who seek out innovative ways to... more »

  linmar65 wrote:

I love this charity - I think of all the time it saves women from having to harvest wood to cook their food. They can also boil water with the solar implements that are lightweight and easy to use. Think of all the trees that are saved! I've been a... more »

  kevinshelling wrote:

I've worked with and volunteered for a number of nonprofit/NGOs over the years, and never have I found a higher level of commitment or dedication to spreading the truth - regardless of how unpalatable some of these tough truths are - then Post Carbon... more »

  jdgorelick wrote:

I am continually amazed by the success of this organization as a pioneer in its field. Under the leadership of Executive Director Dick Riesling, the organization has grown from a fledgling group advocating for change to a force to be reckoned with on... more »

  simian wrote:

Do not donate to this group - they are "downsizing" and do not respond to emails after repeated attempts. Nice idea in theory, but no evidence that it worked out, and if not then they need to pull the plug and not take anybody else's money. more »

  jacquie2 wrote:

got info on toxin exposures in our daily lives; horrible "clean"coal energy plants[although not soon enough to stop Orlando's foray into the abyss];and nuclear arms & proliferations world wide. Their reports are in depth, factual,documented and understandable... more »

  Loretta wrote:

GRID Alternatives trains and leads teams of volunteers to install solar electric systems for low-income homeowners. Time, talent and resources provided to the organization are leveraged many times - and the work is fun! GRID Alternatives was founded... more »

  Pablo wrote:

I am a High School student and I won an award from this organization for doing an engineering project focused on making the environment cleaner and safer. This organization stands for a good cause and should continue to do their wonders. more »

  mdawson wrote:

Sustainable Lafayette's impact continue to grow every year, thanks to a dedicated and talented army of board members, members, and volunteers. Recent programs include green schools initiatives, the new Lafayette Community Garden, GoLafayette transportation... more »

  UNforest wrote:

The work Friends of the Lower Blue River is doing is forward looking and important for our community. Our climate director, Tom Koehler, is doing extensive studies on the soil in the lower blue river valley, and educating the ranchers and homeowners in... more »

  julielnoble wrote:

Sustainable Hudson Valley has been a key partner of the City of Kingston and the Climate Smart Kingston Commission for years, partnering on Solarize campaigns, hosting Kingston Repair Cafe's and Refrigerant Drives, Hudson Valley Climate Solutions Week,... more »

  oblady10 wrote:

The Evergreen Project is a great organization. I worked very closely with them and even though they are a small, start-up organization, I was really impressed at their endless optimism. Working to develop the after school program was a fun and creative... more »

  MTBRAT wrote:

I've been in Helena, MT, since late 1971. Back then, AERO was formed and began promoting alternative food supplies and home gardening, and alternative energy use rather than the standard products from corporate America. Since then, they've matured,... more »

  teann wrote:

The agency lost it's Executive Director last summer & the staff and Board had to pull together to save the agency. The Services are too valuable to lose. The agency is now stable with a new Director and a commited Board of Directors. The future holds... more »

  da7id wrote:

I have volunteered with the Green Mountain Energy Sun Club in a few various ways, both in volunteering at actual events / installations, and in helping various non-profits with creating compelling grant proposals. I have never had anything but wonderful... more »

  Kakhaber P. wrote:

I greetin you From Georgia ! I live in rep Georgia(former Ussr) in have wife and tree children have not house please help my family and anouter people who have this problem in ous city 83 000 homeless . Im bealiver and serv God about 15 year... more »

  Christo999 wrote:

We were founding members, and ECSFA is proud to be the first consumer-owned solar farm in Maine.Solar energy is a lynchpin in a renewable future for Maine. Support solar!! more »

  fcpratt wrote:

Bethlehem Farm is a Catholic community in Appalachia that strives to transform lives through serving the local community and teaching sustainability. We enable volunteers to join us in living out the Gospel cornerstones of prayer, community, simplicity... more »

  MollyMtn wrote:

I shadowed an EnergySmart audit with 4CORE and was so impressed to see everything that was considered. The reduced-cost assesement helped the homeowner understand which measures would be best completed first and also helped identify a potential carbon-monoxide... more »

  Martin5856 wrote:

Rising Sun's Green House Call program came to my home and helped me save energy! The kids who came were extremely knowledgeable about how to save energy and water, and gave me some tips on how to use less. One of the kids was even from my neighborhood!... more »

  cyaned wrote:

Strategic Energy Innovations works to imagine a world where people in schools and universities, small businesses, local governments and affordable housing agencies: -Are empowered to reduce pollution and save money through energy and resource efficiency -Can... more »

  blstrangfeld wrote:

As a member of The Energy Co-op, I am proud to be a part of an organization that invests in the local community. Each year when I renew my membership, I am given the opportunity to give the gift of membership to a small business or family in my community.... more »

  Mark Horn wrote:

Invasive species has been ranked just behind global climate change as the second most costly environmental problem in the world. Citizens of Wisconsin have a strong voice in the fight against invasive plants in the Invasive Plant Association of Wisconsin. ... more »

  cgarlow1 wrote:

CCAN just had its 10th Anniversary fighting global warming, mountaintop removal, coal plants and fracking, and fighting for solar and wind power, energy efficiency. We have a terrific board of activists, hosts of volunteers who are willing to do whatever... more »

  saralopez wrote:

I am a current intern working remotely with Texas Pace Authority. This organization is composed of a great group of individuals who are committed to their mission and who are dedicated to helping Texans all over the state! They are all a joy to work... more »

  Patopatty O. wrote:

I am honored to be the first person to review OLT. I donate, not because I am rich with money to spend, but because I love this place. And when you see the lands under conservation, you may find it is "love at first sight"! I am here in the OLT welcome... more »

  dwinouye wrote:

This local non-profit bats way above its weight in its effort to keep oil and gas development out of its watershed, which has the largest concentration of organic farms, orchards, and vineyards in the state of Colorado. Its opinion is valued by other... more »

  OjaiMarci wrote:

I was feeling powerless with the overwhelmingly negative news about our environment and looked for an organization to join that would not only allow me to make a difference but work with others of like mind. I've been with the OVGC for about two years... more »

  Land_Trust_Accreditation_Commission wrote:

RiverLink is an accredited land trust. Accreditation means RiverLink meets national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. RiverLink has demonstrated to the Land Trust Accreditation Commission its commitment... more »

  plassiter wrote:

What a great and worth while charity. They help children all over the world by teaching green education and encouraging children to reuse clothing, shoes, books and school supplies by giving back to others. Check them out online at www.theedgeeducation.com... more »

  Louis Schwartz wrote:

Louis B. Schwartz, President, China Strategies, LLC 6400 Aylesboro Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15217, USA (p) 412.521.1846 (email) lou@chinastrategiesllc.com ____________________________________________________________________ ... more »

  CTEDEV wrote:

AC Transit has been a leader in advancing zero emission technology since the turn of the new millennium. In the more than 20 years that have followed, we have successfully designed and implemented one of the nation’s most comprehensive zero emissions... more »

  gunjan_1304 wrote:

I am from India. I need help for mother's cancer treatment.The treatment is given by doctor is targeted therapy which is only taking tablet on daily bases and the cost of tablet is per month $1,751.81 which is takes almost 3 to 4 years for cured so please... more »

  Wendy51 wrote:

Shoreline Solar Project was established in 2004 to educate and inspire the community about alternative energy and sustainable living. They successfully lobbied to have solar installed on two elementary schools and paved the way for additional solar installations... more »

  gdeverman wrote:

Enterprise Community Partners is an exceptional organization the achieves real results for real people in need. Emterprise seeks a permanent changes in the ablility of families to thirve knowing they now have a secure home in which to live. more »

  Uncle Bill wrote:

How can a firm that wants to expand off-shore drilling and that accepts funds from the energy sector be a non-profit? Where is the role of "education" in this "non-profit?" more »

The organization's mission is to restore and protect the natural functions that support water-dependent ecosystems and the services... more »

CPAST is dedicated to advancing the scientific and technical education of high school students and the public. Our board of directors... more »

The corporation is organized and operated exclusively for charitable purposes including the following, to (i) maintain the reliability... more »

Grid alternatives affiliates & subsidiaries mission is to provide energy cost savings to low-income homeowners through installation... more »

To advance the wind industry in ways that result in net economic benefits to industry, utilities, ratepayers, and citizens of... more »

Missourians for affordable energy was formed to oppose increasing customer costs to meet energy standard mandates in missouri... more »

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To provide a basis for scientific research on appropriate technologies & techniques & to serve an educational role in disseminating... more »

It is our mission to promote the value of wisconsin's electric system, champion equitable funding and lead the discussion about... more »

Provide educational events, training programs, seminars and workshops relating to accelerating and supporting the growth of the... more »

To provide faith based response to climate change more »

The purpose and mission of the institute for the study of energy and our future includes the advancement of education and science... more »

Educational activities focused on strategies for sustainable living more »

Npdi assists other nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies with natural resource conservation and natural resource education.... more »

Montgomery county green bank corporation is making energy efficiency and clean energy attainable for all in our community and... more »

Public awareness of historical background of local community more »

Re-volv empowers people and communities to invest collectively in renewable energy. Re-volv finances community-based solar energy... more »

The National Center for Appropriate Technology or NCAT has been helping people build resilient communities through local and sustainable... more »

The purpose of californiageo is to promote government, industrial stakeholder, and public understanding of geothermal heat pump... more »

Petroleum and greenhouse gas reduction more »

OASES purpose is to perform scientific research and use the results to both raise awareness and educate the public about ocean... more »

Scientific research in alternative energy more »

To accelerate the expansion and competitive success of clean energy ccas nationwide. more »

Smart grid consumer collaborative is a 501c3 nonprofit organization chartered to be the trusted source representing consumers,... more »

Western Resource Advocates protects and restores the natural environment of the Interior West. It uses law, economics and policy... more »

The midwest energy efficiency alliance is a collaborative network advancing energy efficiency in the midwest for sustainable economic... more »

Clf protects new england's environment for the benefit of all people. We use the law, science and the market to create solutions... more »

The purpose of the corporation shall be exclusively for charitable, scientific, literary and educational purposes to promote the... more »

Palmetto clean energy, inc. , was established for the promotion, support, research, development, demonstration, or commercialization... more »

Trinity''s mission is to help find funding and grant''s for educatioal,  As well as other programs that feed,cloth,... more »

EnergyCare promotes healthier safer home environments and independent living by providing year-round energy-related services in... more »

Amy appleseed's mission is to help beneficiaries save energy dollars by installing effective weatherization measures, providing... more »

To promote greater energy efficiency in colorado, utah, arizona, new mexico, nevada and wyoming. The organization works on policy... more »

To advance the science and technology of cold climate construction and promote innovative energy solutions that advance the sustainable... more »

Organization provides public forums and discussion venues for the public and industry stakeholders to exchange technical information more »

Utah clean energy's mission leads the clean energy transformation with vision and expertise. Our vision for the future is healthy,... more »

To research, promote and fund replacement of above ground power lines with underground power lines in order to provide more reliable... more »