A bald eagle perched upon a treetop. The American flag blowing in the wind on the backdrop of a crystal blue sky. A soldier standing proud, their chin held high. These are the symbols of freedom. Freedom that we owe to the sacrifices and determination of the U.S. military servicemen and women, who have left their families, loved one and even homes to fight, for us.
As we approach Memorial Day this year, we here at OneRoof Energy, wanted to do something to support the men and women who stand guard over us every day and night on the weekends and during holidays. As part of our military appreciation program, we’re proud to announce our partnership with Empower America.
Empower America is a not for profit coalition that is dedicated to recruiting training and employing local service veterans for a career in the solar industry. Reports by the Solar Foundation state that there are currently 13,000 U.S. veterans employed by the solar industry, which equates to roughly 10% of the workforce. Organizations like Empower America are helping our veterans to use the skills and training that they learned in the military to become part of a growing field that will allow them to earn living wages. This distinction is one of the many reasons we felt Empower America would be a great partner for us.
In addition, to Empower America becoming a preferred installer for OneRoof Energy’s solar panels, we will also be working with them to install solar panels that we’ve donated to various organizations in need. In March of 2014, we had the honor of donating a 4.8 kW solar power system to the McMillen House. The McMillen house is a living center for homeless veterans in San Bernardino, California. That solar power system will help the shelter save around $50,000 in electricity fees every year. That money can now be used to help our veterans have a brighter future.
We’re not stopping at the McMillen house. We will also be donating a 115 kW system to the Midnight Mission in Los Angeles, one of the largest and most well respected homeless shelters in the country. The Midnight Mission is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. That’s a lot of people getting assistance! In 2012, the need for their services was so high, that they served one million meals to the homeless community. Through our solar panel donation and installation service provided by Empower America, we are committed to enlisting the power of the sun to improve the lives of those who could use a little extra help in a challenging world.
While we are proud of our efforts to show our appreciation towards servicemen and women through our Empower America partnership and donating solar panels to organizations, we also wanted to give back to the hardworking military members and veterans. No one understands the need for energy independence more then you. For you, we would like to help you get solar on your home and lower your electric bill. We’ll be offering a $1,000 cash discount on any solar lease or purchase to any enlisted or veteran military personal.
We know that the term “thank you” is often over used, but we still want the people who have sacrificed so much for the freedom we enjoy every day to know that we appreciate them. Your strength, courage and devotion to your country has not gone unnoticed. Without you, America may not be the power house it is today. Without you, the freedom to choose may not be present. So, from the bottom of our hearts, we stand and salute you.
