Press Releases
Westside Resilience Corridor Connects Atlanta Residents to High-Paying Energy Careers Through Georgia Power No-Cost Pre-Employment Training
The Westside Resilience Corridor, in partnership with Georgia Power, the City of Atlanta, and Groundswell, is opening new pathways to high-paying energy careers for Atlanta-area residents through the launch of the Career Pre-Employment Training (CPET) Program on Monday March 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Hosted by the Vicars Community Center at Community Church Atlanta, this Southwest Atlanta-based workforce initiative combines pre-employment testing support, job-readiness training, and industry-specific skills development to prepare participants for in-demand roles across Georgia’s energy sector.
Groundswell Honors Rural Leaders with 2025 Rural Power Awards at Rural Renaissance Roadshow
Tonight, at the opening celebration of the 2025 Rural Renaissance Roadshow, Groundswell proudly announced the winners of its Rural Power Awards. The 2025 awards honored three extraordinary leaders whose community-led work exemplifies tribal sovereignty, self-determination, and long-term resilience in rural America.
Groundswell’s Rural Renaissance Roadshow to Kick Off with Celebration of Rural Communities Featuring Nashville Musician Jervis Campbell
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The Auburn/Opelika community will play host to an exciting kickoff event as acclaimed Nashville-based singer-songwriter Jervis Campbell takes the stage at Auburn University's Alfa Pavilion on November 10, setting the tone for Groundswell's 2025 Rural Renaissance Roadshow. This highly anticipated gathering will bring together 200 leaders and innovators from across the region to share knowledge, forge partnerships, and fuel the growth of hard-working rural communities.
Westside Resilience Corridor Launched to Strengthen Community, Increase Energy Efficiency and Expand Energy Access
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Today, four Southwest Atlanta Churches – West Hunter Street Baptist, Providence Missionary Baptist, Community Church Atlanta and the Vicars Community Center, and Atlanta Good Shepherd Community Church – announce the launch of the Westside Resilience Corridor to strengthen community resilience in Westside Atlanta by aligning their ministries and partnering with Groundswell.
Groundswell Issues RFP for Solar Developers to Expand Community Solar Across the Southeast
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Groundswell, a nonprofit that builds community power, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking experienced solar developers to advance the Southeast Rural Power, Solar for All program.
Rural Renaissance Roadshow Coming to Opelika, AL November 10-12
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The 2025 Rural Renaissance Roadshow is coming to Opelika, Alabama, November 10-12, bringing together more than 200 local leaders from across the nation focused on rural resilience in energy, food, water, and healthy housing systems.
Groundswell Releases Request for Information for Contractors to Expand Home Upgrades in East Alabama and West Georgia
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Groundswell, a nonprofit that builds community power, has issued a new Request for Information (RFI) to identify experienced contractors to support its Save On Utilities Long Term (SOUL®) program.
Groundswell Expands Community Resilience Hub Program in Maryland with New Sites
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Building on its commitment to community resilience, Groundswell is launching three new Community Resilience Hubs in Baltimore, Maryland. Located at Empowerment Temple, City of Refuge, and Miracle City Church, the new sites will provide the surrounding community with access to essential backup power, safety, and community services during power outages and emergencies.
Groundswell Completes 100th SOUL® Home Energy Upgrade – and First in Alabama – Cutting Residents’ Energy Bills by a Third
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Groundswell today announced the completion of its 100th home repair with energy efficiency – and its first in Alabama – through the Save On Utilities Long term (SOUL®) program. The resulting energy efficiency improvements will cut residents’ electricity bills by 30 percent or more, strengthening family finances and local communities.
Groundswell Releases Request for Information for Community Solar Contractors in the Southeast
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Today, Groundswell, a nonprofit that builds community power to cut electricity bills in half, released a Request for Information (RFI) to identify community solar developers, installers, and other contractors who are ready to help cut electricity bills in half for more than 17,000 families across the Southeast.