New Energy Equity's Lift As We Climb Foundation Raises $143,000 for Let's Share the Sun Foundation at 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Core Insights - New Energy Equity and its Lift As We Climb Foundation raised $143,000 to support Let's Share the Sun Foundation, which focuses on providing solar energy to underserved communities [1][5] - The funds will help install 200 solar + storage systems in medically vulnerable communities in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico [1][3] Fundraising Event - LAWC's fourth annual charity golf tournament raised over $110,000, exceeding its fundraising goal [4] - The event took place on October 13 at Queenstown Harbor Golf Course, despite challenging weather conditions [4] - The total raised includes 100 kilowatts (kW) of solar modules from New Energy Equity, contributing to the next round of 30 installations [3] Impact of Contributions - The donations will fulfill 30% of Let's Share the Sun's Department of Energy (DOE) cost-share obligation through a combination of solar panel donations and funds raised [3] - The installations are set to begin in February and will provide reliable electricity to families facing frequent power outages and medical challenges [3] Organizational Background - New Energy Equity, a subsidiary of ALLETE, has developed over 590 MW of solar projects and closed more than $1.2 billion in clean energy investments [6] - The Lift As We Climb Foundation supports charitable causes aligned with New Energy Equity's mission and organizes community events to raise funds for impactful nonprofits [7] - Let's Share the Sun is dedicated to expanding access to solar energy in underserved communities, focusing on health, women's empowerment, and education [8]