Everybody Solar to Install 27.8-kW Solar at West Virginia Homeless Shelter

Covenant House of West Virginia has partnered with Everybody Solar to use solar power to provide clean, renewable energy to its facility. The planned 27.8-kW solar system will cover 35% of Covenant House’s annual electricity costs.

The project marks Everybody Solar’s ​​first venture in West Virginia, a state historically dependent on coal. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), coal-fired power plants accounted for 89% of West Virginia’s total net electricity generation in 2022, making its grid the most carbon-intensive of any state in the U.S. This project is a key step toward diversifying the state’s energy sources and reducing its carbon footprint.

“Bringing solar power to Covenant House in Charleston is a huge milestone for us at Everybody Solar. This is about more than just lowering our electric bills; it’s about ensuring a sustainable future for a community that has long relied on coal,” said Myriam Scally, executive director of Everybody Solar. “We’re proud to support Covenant House’s mission by helping them redirect their savings to critical services for those in need, while also leading the way in West Virginia’s environmental stewardship.”

This solar project is more than just a cost-saving measure, it is an opportunity for engagement and education at Covenant House. As a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families struggling with homelessness and hardship, Covenant House is committed to innovative solutions that benefit both the environment and the community.

“With solar power at Covenant House, we can offset 35 percent of our annual electricity costs, allowing us to direct more resources toward critical support services,” said Briana Martin, executive director of Covenant House of West Virginia. “The solar arrays are also a valuable educational tool for those we serve and the community at large.”

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