Michelle Moore is CEO of Groundswell, a nonprofit that builds community power by connecting solar and energy efficiency with economic development, affordability, and quality of life. A social entrepreneur and former White House official with roots in rural Georgia, Michelle is a relentless agent for change. Her accomplishments range from developing programs as President Obama’s Federal Chief Sustainability Officer that deployed 3.2 Gigawatts of renewable energy for the US military; to developing LEED into a globally recognized brand as Senior Vice President of USGBC. Michelle’s work is rooted in her faith, and the commandment to “love your neighbor as yourself.”
Michelle Moore
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A Letter of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is really about gratitude, and gratitude is one of Groundwell’s guiding principles. Michelle Moore, Groundswell's CEO, shares the work that the team has accomplished and milestones to be grateful for this holiday season. -
Sharing Good News: Hope, Joy, and Gratitude
I can think of no better time of year than now to celebrate the joy that is intrinsic to our work, be grateful for the opportunities we have had this year to help others, and look forward wit -
Faith and Fellowship: Solar Power Meets Spiritual Power
Groundswell hosted its first annual Faith and Fellowship luncheon last week at the lovely Maple Springs Baptist Church. Our purpose: to share how solar power can equip local faith communities -
The Paris Agreement and a Moral Foundation for Leadership
Groundswell CEO Michelle Moore reaffirms Groundswell's determination to continue building community power despite the recent US withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord. -
Letter from the CEO - Hometown Power: Energy Efficiency for All
Groundswell CEO Michelle Moore announces our most recent partnership with Energy Efficiency for All and reflects on lessons learned from her visit to New Orleans for the EEFA-NEWHAB Convening -
Celebrating Black "Green" History
This Black History Month, check out 28 African-Americans who have changed the world with their contributions to environmentalism and sustainability. -
Letter from the CEO: Sharing Our Goals for 2017
Groundswell CEO Michelle Moore shares our ambitious goals for 2017 as well as the vision for developing more community solar projects in DC, Baltimore, and beyond. -
Letter from the CEO: Home for the Holidays
Groundswell CEO Michelle Moore closes out 2016 with reflection and a celebratory look ahead to 2017 and our recent partnership with The Temple of Praise. -
Letter from the CEO: Partnership is Leadership
Partnership is leadership and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse people & organizations to quickly propagate a good idea is the most important competitive advantage we can ha -
Letter from the CEO: What Does Energy Insecurity Mean for Women?
In honor of #EqualPayDay, let’s consider what paying 10% of your total income for electricity means when you’re already paid less. -
Letter from the CEO: Community Solar Is A Gamechanger
Community solar is the new frontier in the pursuit of energy equity in the clean energy space. Groundswell CEO Michelle Moore explains why community solar is a game changer.