Kathryn Milun: Sharing the Sun's Energy through Solar Commons
Frontiers of Commoning, with David Bollier
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Community Trust Ownership Model for Solar Energy in Urban Areas
The concept of a community trust ownership model for solar energy in urban areas involves placing solar panels along a corridor owned by a trust. This model prevents gentrification by generating revenue from selling solar energy to the grid, which can be used for supporting local small businesses, low-income housing, and other community initiatives. By utilizing this model, urban areas can sustainably generate electricity and support local development without relying on centralized energy sources.
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