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Sigora Solar Among 75 Virginia Businesses Awarded for Climate Action
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA – Sigora Solar, a top 25 US solar company and the largest residential solar company in Virginia, was recognized by Community Climate Collaborative as a “2020 Better Business Champion” during a virtual event this month. The live broadcast presented on the 16-month effort between 75 Virginia businesses and nonprofit organizations to reduce climate emissions, waste, and conserve water.
Sigora is dedicated to climate remediation and supports efforts to advance a healthier and more sustainable environment. Sarah Nerette, the company’s dedicated Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Director, has spearheaded multiple internal initiatives including a plan to “green” Sigora’s fleet, which will replace company vehicles with EV or hybrid models.
“It’s truly an honor to be a part of the Better Business Awards and the Community Climate Collaborative,” Nerette said. “We are passionate about climate remediation, so this is a natural fit for our company. We love being able to work alongside fellow businesses in the Commonwealth to help reduce the effects of climate change where we work and live. We thank C3 for acknowledging our work and commitment to climate change mitigation. We have a long road ahead of us and we need to work together as a community to be successful.”
Sigora has also established composting stations in its offices, formed a Sustainability Club and provides energy efficiency and battery storage services to its customers. To further demonstrate its commitment to clean energy and the climate, Sigora joined another Community Climate Collaborative initiative with 15 other like-minded Virginia business to launch a Green Business Alliance that is designed to collectively reduce emissions by 45% over the next 4 years.
About Sigora:
Sigora Solar has consistently appeared on Inc.’s list of fastest growing companies in the U.S., operating in 14 states, and is Virginia’s largest residential and commercial solar installer, according to Solar Power World. In 2019, Sigora was named Solar Power World’s “Most Forward-Thinking Company,” highlighting an innovative and equity-inspired business model that incorporates solar and energy efficiency services paired with a Pearl Certification™ and Sigora’s One For One™ program which provides free connections to clean, reliable electricity for families in Haiti – many of whom have never had access to electricity before.
Sigora’s mission is to empower people and communities through energy and technology services enabling a more sustainable and equitable energy economy. For more information visit SigoraHome.com.