United Solar Initiative

United Solar Initiative (USI) is a 501c3 non-profit organization based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The organization employs 5 to 9 people and generates approximately $2.5 million in annual revenue. USI focuses on providing solar energy solutions to address energy poverty in underdeveloped communities worldwide. USI works internationally with nonprofit partners to provide access to education, healthcare, and water through clean energy solutions. Their mission is to leverage solar energy to improve the quality of life in areas lacking access to reliable electricity. They install solar PV panels, enabling communities to power lighting, water pumps, and general electrical needs. USI's cooperative advancement model aims to empower local solar companies in developing countries, enhancing their capacity and effectiveness in serving communities in need. This approach fosters sustainable growth within the clean energy sector while directly benefiting communities with limited or nonexistent access to electricity. For more information, visit their website at unitedsolarinitiative.org.