An equitable climate solution

For twenty years Spark Northwest has worked at the local level to build equitable, affordable clean energy through community energy programs and policy reform. Our installations of renewable energy have directly prevented over 13 million pounds of carbon emissions annually, while inspiring others to move boldly towards a just transition.

We are hiring

Spark Northwest is seeking a Project Manager to join our team of local clean energy innovators. This person will work closely with community partners, providing coaching and support to develop clean energy plans and projects.

2023 Impact

Our broad goals are to advance clean energy programs that: (1) build capability and capacity, (2) reduce energy burdens, and (3) strive towards energy democracy.  

See how those goals played out with our programs during the past year. 

Adam Powers with Andrea Axel at Sharks Garden, Burien, Washington

See Our Work

This short video tells the story of Adam Powers and his vison for a community-led, renewable energy project that builds local resilience in Burien, Washington.

Watch a 5-minute video about our rural impact.

Our Impact

In 2022, we worked with low-income, Black, Indigenous and people of color-led organizations to develop and complete clean energy projects. We supported rural entities to apply for federal clean energy grants, partnered with Tribal nations on energy planning and projects, and advised local governments on how to equitably transition homes toward using clean energy.

367KW

of completed solar projects in low income, BIPOC-led communities

$850k

submitted applications for federal rural energy funding

7

partnerships with cities and counties to equitably electrify homes

500+

people educated about heat pump technology

Stay Informed

As the Pacific Northwest rapidly builds a clean energy economy, there is growing recognition that new policies and programs must be designed to ensure that the transition happens in an equitable and just way. Sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about our work.

Support Our Work

Spark Northwest is accelerating the shift to clean energy one community at a time. But we can’t do it alone. We rely on supporters like you to help us bring affordable, renewable energy to the Pacific Northwest.