Our Community.

Our Energy.

Our Cooperative.

At Boston Community Solar Cooperative we believe in a future powered by the sun and owned by the community. Join us, and together we'll write a new chapter in Boston's energy story.

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We literally can’t do this alone.

What is Community Solar?

Community Solar projects are solar electric systems that are built, financed, and used by you and members of your community — your friends, neighbors, and businesses that you care about. Boston Community Solar Cooperative’s community solar program helps communities to build cooperatively-owned solar arrays that are controlled by local communities, where both the financial benefits and the clean electricity are kept close to home. 

Ownership matters.

Energy resources are essential, and we believe they should be in the hands of the people who use them. We advocate for local cooperative ownership of solar installations, fostering a community that both exercises control over its energy sources and reaps the rewards.

We are committed to breaking down the barriers to solar energy. With our wide range of investment, subscription and co-op engagement options, we help homeowners, renters, businesses, and communities own our collective solar installations. No matter your financial situation, we strive to make solar ownership a reality for all.

Those Who Own the Power, have the Power!

What hits me is how people are so genuine and friendly and concerned, and they all care about what they believe in, they care about sustainability, about justice, about what legacy they are going to leave.”

— Alphonse and Olive Knight, Dorchester, MA

Who are we?

Since 2021, a coalition of individuals, businesses, and non-profits have been organizing a grassroots movement to create an equitable and just transition to a clean energy economy in Environmental Justice Communities in Boston. We officially launched as a cooperative at the beginning of 2024!

BCSC will develop our first community-owned solar array on the rooftop of 195 Bowdoin Street in Dorchester, home to the Dorchester Food Co-op store.

We are currently looking for more potential site hosts. If you are interested or have any ideas, please let us know!

Meet the Team

  • Kendra Beaver

    Kendra is passionate about improving the lives of and bringing power to local communities by working on issues including sustainability, environmental justice, environmental policy, and climate change. She studied Environmental Studies and Political Science at Dickinson College in Pennsylvania. As Climate Justice Coordinator for the Fairmount Indigo CDC Collaborative since 2021, Kendra leads policy advocacy and community organizing focused on bringing climate justice and health equity in the communities united by the Fairmount Commuter Rail Line in Boston. Kendra appreciates the ability to work in the community she also lives in, as a Dorchester resident since first moving to Boston in 2020. She the Secretary on the BCSC board, and she leads the Communications committee.

  • Jordan Browne

    Jordan is the Financial Analyst at Local Enterprise Assistance Fund (LEAF). Jordan joined the LEAF team in 2023 to support the Elevate Small Business Program and Uplift Procure. Prior to LEAF, Jordan worked in data analytics at the Greater Boston Food Bank and in project finance for commercial solar PV assets at Ameresco. Jordan graduated with a bachelor's degree in Mathematical Economics from MIT. Jordan supports BCSC’s Project Management committee.

  • Diana Eddowes

    Diana is the Director of Community Access at Solar United Neighbors (SUN) who works to create a clean equitable energy future for all. Diana has a passion for environmental justice and believes that in order to tackle climate change and other environmental issues, we must center the communities most impacted. She brings over a decade of experience managing diverse teams, cross-sector partnerships and programs that tackle environmental issues, encourage sustainability action and promote environmental justice. Prior to SUN, she worked at Energy Allies as their Program Director and in various roles at Earthwatch Institute. She also has a Master’s degree in Conservation and Biodiversity from the University of Exeter and a B.A. in Environmental Science from Boston University. She’s excited to bring her passion to the BCSC and work towards a clean and equitable future for all Bostonians. Diana supports BCSC’s Fundraising & Grant Management committee.

  • Miriam Gee

    A co-founder of CoEverything, Miriam is passionate about architecture and development and its potential for building community. She is committed to the triple bottom line and excels in project management and community engagement. Miriam is an active board member for Boston Farms Community Land Trust and the architect for the Dorchester Food Co-op store design. Miriam supports the BCSC because she believes in community-owned and community controlled renewable energy.

  • Andreas Gesser

    Andreas is a 4th-year at Northeastern University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Business Administration. Andreas hopes to leverage his previous experiences interning at Enel X, Veolia North America, and MN8 Energy, to help the Cooperative grow and bring renewable power to the Boston community. Andreas supports BCSC’s Site Search and Project Management committees.

  • Beth Enrique Griffith

    A Servant Leader with a demonstrated history of working in the energy industry, Beth’s work promotes and supports the flow of financial instruments and technology toward the development and implementation of sustainable business models, investments, economic, environmental, and social projects. Beth is skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Training, Project Management, Team Building, Investing, and Public Speaking. She is CEO of Renewable Renegades, a company that provides high-quality training, consulting, and energy brokerage in the renewable energy industry. She leads BCSC’s Community Outreach committee and supports the Fundraising & Grant Management committee.

  • Declan Keefe

    Declan has over a decade of experience in architecture, construction and real estate development. Declan is an entrepreneur and has a passion for triple bottom line businesses (people, planet, prosperity). His focus has been on creating high performance, sustainable buildings at a low cost. He founded CoEverything to bring cooperative ownership to the real estate industry. His life’s goal is to simply have a net positive impact, and he believes that will only be possible through collaboration and cooperation. Declan leads BCSC’s Project Management and Legal committees.

  • Gregory King

    Gregory is Managing Director of TSK Energy Solutions, a black owned and operated small business. Greg is the chair of the SBN Mass Go Solar Workforce Development Advisory Committee. Greg is a clean energy workforce development consultant with deep expertise in renewable energy and building energy efficiency. Greg designs world class workforce development programs that connect employers, job seekers, technical training organization and community-based organization including the Center for Smart Building Technology at Roxbury Community College, the MassSave Clean Energy Pathways Program, the Clean Energy Equity Workforce Development Program. He is also on the MassCEC Workforce Diversity Advisory Board and amember of the City of Boston, Department of Energy, Environment and Open Spaces Community Advisory Board which assists the City of Boston in making workforce development investments in “Green Jobs” training and job placements. Greg serves as the Interim President of BCSC, and he leads the Fundraising & Grant Management committee.

  • Olive Knight

    Olive looks forward to the future that will make the reality of alternative energy accessible to everyone, no matter their level of economy, home ownership or status. Olive is a retired librarian, and previously worked for Co-op Power as an office manager. She brings skills in communications, project management, and technology. She has served as the Administrator for the Boston Metro East Community Energy Co-op for a number of years. Olive is part of the Dorchester Food Co-op Solar Committee and is a member of Co-op Power. She supports BCSC’s Communications committee.

  • Sam Kodua

    Sam is passionate about addressing issues around climate change and sustainability, namely through the implementation of energy efficient solutions, clean energy transitions, community resilience, and environmental justice programs. As an Energy Efficiency Consultant at Eversource Energy, Sam assists commercial and industrial customers with realizing their energy efficiency and ESG goals through project management and stakeholder coordination. Prior to Eversource, Sam conducted evaluations and developed strategies for utilities, PUCs, and state energy offices to optimize the delivery of clean energy programs as an engineering analyst at NMR Group Inc. Sam brings experience in strategic data analysis, project management, and business development. As a BCSC worker, Sam oversees the Membership committee, and supports the Community Outreach and Project Management committees.

  • Christopher Perdomo

    Bio coming soon

  • Kate Raisz

    Kate has lived in Jamaica Plain for more than 40 years. In her work as a media producer, Kate specializes in stories about biodiversity and climate change. She joined the Boston Community Solar Cooperative at its inception. She is passionate about increasing solar in Boston for both the economic and environmental benefits it brings to city residents. Kate serves as Treasurer for BCSC, and she leads the Site Search committee while supporting the Membership committee.

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