Green Volunteering (Virtually)
The season of giving is here and what better way to give back than to volunteer your time. Volunteering may look different this year but there are plenty of ways you can still give back to your community and the environment. Many organizations have virtual opportunities for volunteers to help their organizations during this time. Below are two places that you can go to find the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!
Volunteer Match
Volunteer Match works with non-profits to bring them together with volunteers that are passionate about their work. They believe in helping non-profits build a community and relationships with volunteers, so the organizations can support their missions. Volunteer Match works with many organizations and you can search for volunteer opportunities based on your interests. There are numerous environmental organizations working with Volunteer Match to find volunteers to work with them virtually. Check it out today for a volunteer opportunity that you can do from home and help the environment.
Idealist
Idealist is another organization that works with non-profits to help them find employees and volunteers. They are based in New York and have been working to connect people with non-profits for over 25 years. Idealist believes in helping organizations create communities that are passionate about what they do and taking steps to make changes for the better. The website is easy to navigate to find the right volunteer opportunity for you. There are many environmental organizations that are looking for virtual volunteers to help them with their missions. Search these volunteer opportunities today to find a passion to bring with you into the new year.
Volunteering is a great way to help others and make your community a little bit better. What is your favorite non-profit to volunteer with virtually? We would love to hear which one or ones it is! If you are looking for more ways to give back to the environment you should consider going solar. It is good for the environment and your wallet. Reach out to us today to learn more!
As electric vehicles become more popular, the demand for EV chargers is growing fast. Every day, more EVs hit the road, and businesses are starting to take notice. Installing EV chargers at your location is a smart move—not just to keep up with the rise of electric cars, but also to show that you’re forward thinking and environmentally friendly. We've put together a list of the many benefits to installing EV chargers!
Utility costs are on the rise and there’s no sign of them slowing down. Consumers are feeling the pressure of constantly climbing electricity rates. As inflation continues to affect nearly every industry and energy demand increases, utility companies are charging more, which means your bills are getting higher. In fact, many experts agree that utility prices will only continue to increase, making it harder for households and businesses to keep their budgets under control. NYSERDA provides detailed information on historical energy rates throughout New York State for example. These patterns follow the same trends nationwide.
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