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The Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) is a nonprofit that matches you with the best programs, contractors, and financing options available in your area. You get valuable home upgrades like energy efficiency and solar panels – customized to your needs and budget. We provide unbiased advice focused on helping with your energy efficiency and solar needs. We help you understand your options, and we’re on your side every step of the way. Get started.
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LEAP is Hiring – Seeking Marketing and Outreach Manager
Introduction The Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Charlottesville, VA. As a trusted nonprofit, LEAP delivers energy-efficiency and clean energy solutions to make homes safer, healthier, and more affordable, while also reducing energy usage and mitigating climate change. LEAP is a collegial, fun place to do important work in read more...
When the Power Goes Out
From the Desk of the Executive Director Losing power, especially when your home’s life-preserving systems are reliant on it, such as heating and cooling, is stressful. Many Virginians lost power during the early January storms – not just for 24 hours, but for multiple days, with near-freezing temperatures adding to the challenge. All of read more...
LEAP Utilizing City Workforce Development Grant to Train Time-Served Individuals and Serve Residents
##PRESS RELEASE##For Immediate Release Over the last few months, the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) utilized funding from the City of Charlottesville’s Community Development Block Grant to support the development of its workforce. This included training two new hires as Retrofit Technicians, helping to weatherize local residents’ homes. “LEAP’s operating budget is tight now, read more...
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