Cheyenne and Arapaho Housing Authority
“We as a people are known for our Creator, we’re guardians of this earth and I think that by using solar power helps to lessen that carbon footprint, that stepping so hard on our earth right now and it really touched my heart, my spirit, my soul, when me and Jan were going over it and she showed me my actual carbon footprint,”
-Georgia Moore McGee, Elder Tribal Member and Solar Recipient
“TEA and the TSAF has made a significant impact on the Cheyenne and Arapaho Housing Authority and our tribal members. This funding can continue to support our community in workforce development and enhance our residential solar projects. It has demonstrated to our tribal community the advantages of renewable and sustainable energy, sparking interest and engagement, especially among our tribal elders on fixed incomes and low-income households.”
-Andres Lonebear, CAHA Energy Coordinator
Project Metrics
- 113 kW-DC of solar installed
- 284 total solar panels
- 13 residential homes
- 5 Cheyenne Arapaho Tribal Trainees
- OSHA 10 + First Aid/CPR Certification Training
- Year 1 savings: $20,000
- 185 MWh of electricity generated / year!
Impact
- 380 Tons of Carbon Dioxide avoided!