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Solar on your roof saves you money. Aggregated across millions of homes saves everyone money. We're bridging the education gap for homeowners and policymakers alike so everyone benefits. ⚡ Read more from our Executive Director at @CanaryMediaInc: bit.ly/3Owjv5n

💡 Distributed energy resources (DERs) are easy-to-deploy, critical tech states can’t ignore—especially where energy costs and grid strain are rising, like in VA. DERs could put ~$90/year back in every Virginia household’s pocket. ⚡🏠 heyor.ca/FU5R1P

Smarter use of customer-owned energy—solar, batteries, EVs & smart appliances—could save Texans $18.9B in 10 years. That’s the #CommonCharge case: defer grid costs, boost competition & curb price spikes as demand rises. heyor.ca/tcoEqx

A new NY-based analysis by @SynapseEnergy shows solar + storage could save consumers nearly $1B per year—lowering bills for all customers, not just those with solar. Read the full report here: heyor.ca/bCBZKm

Our Executive Director Mary Rafferty joined #CommonCharge to help unite voices around one core belief: every consumer deserves access to #distributedassets. 🎧 Hear more on CleanTech Talk with @zshahan3: heyor.ca/IbsAjF

Big news for Illinois ⚡️ Gov. JB Pritzker has signed the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability (CRGA) Act into law—cutting energy costs, creating jobs, and strengthening the grid. Read more: heyor.ca/a0TZdx

Huge thanks to our members, partners, and supporters for making Common Charge a success this year. We’ll be back soon—energized, optimistic, and ready to power what’s next. In the meantime, check out our new website: commoncharge.org

It’s that time of year again…The Grid Wrapped. Spoiler: distributed assets absolutely carried 2025. They cut outage risk, kept homes powered, and saved families real money—all while building a fairer, smarter energy system.

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A new report by @WorldResources reveals rising U.S. electricity prices are driven by growing demand, fuel price volatility, aging infrastructure, and regional differences. #DERs deliver resilience and keep homes & businesses powered, even under strain. ⚡ heyor.ca/7uXuIK

A few member voices worth hearing. Swipe to read what's motivating organizations to join the charge. ⚡

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How many boxes can you check? From smart thermostats to late-night laundry runs, you might be more “energy savvy” than you think. Play along and see where you land on the Energy Bingo board.

Texas went from a 16% grid emergency risk in 2024 to under 1% in 2025, thanks to record solar + battery storage, keeping homes powered and warm. Distributed energy works. At Common Charge, we’re making it easier for every household to access and rely on these solutions.

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Common Charge launched just a few months ago & the momentum we’ve already seen is thanks to the innovators, businesses & advocates pushing for affordable, resilient energy for all. Grateful for this mission-driven community. Happy Thanksgiving from the Common Charge team! 🦃

“Day one is telling a unified story about #DERs at scale,” says @EnvMary, our new Executive Director, to @ElisaWood at Energy Changemakers. #CommonCharge is uniting the industry to amplify the benefits of distributed energy for everyone. #DER #CleanEnergy heyor.ca/j7cmSc

Common Charge is growing. We’re thrilled to welcome accomplished coalition leader, @EnvMary, as our new Executive Director! Together, we’ll keep breaking barriers to #distributedassets and putting power back in the hands of the people. Read more: heyor.ca/RBrNO1

"If you're at the whims of utility companies' prices, it's really a bit nerve wracking." Most Americans feel the strain of #electricity prices rising. Read #NYT's coverage on the complex topic and how #distributedassets are part of the solution: heyor.ca/FM8pog

The grid is facing more demand than ever, threatening to quadruple energy costs in some regions like #PJM. Aging infrastructure is struggling, but #distributedassets give ratepayers more control, per @Clean_GridView to @cmtWordsmith: heyor.ca/K1YEka

Zoning, interconnection & inspections are holding back adoption of #distributedassets. A new report by @PermitPower_ shows removing these barriers could save families $1,600/year — $56K over 25 yrs — and $1.2T nationwide. Let’s break the red tape: heyor.ca/qwiCPS

Check out this @NBCChicago segment featuring Common Charge member @Sunrun showing how solar + storage helps residents in Chicago stay resilient against rising utility bills: heyor.ca/Wxo0LN

#DistributedAssets are helping Americans like Rosemary, 86, save $2,500 in year one & $62K over time 🔌 Removing the headache of electricity bills, she can focus on family and doing what she loves—cooking. At #commoncharge, we believe that every ratepayer deserves affordability.

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