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Alternative Energy

Donate Equipment to ESS ™
Extreme cold winter temperatures, high altitudes, and arid conditions present significant challenges to the human population of the Gunnison Basin. Additionally, significant impacts the natural environment is facing from a changing climate present future challenges to humans as well. Area isolation and long distances to other economic centers further strains the area’s resources and adversely impacts cost of living. The need for energy efficient and ecologically sustainable housing is critical to both the social and economic well-being of area residents. 

Coldharbour showcases new and innovative building materials and energy systems at Coldharbour Ranch.

Pictured above: Two of the ESS™ team, CJ Gooderham and Riley Moser unloading 44 PV panels generously donated by EcoMark Solar.

Equitable Solar Solutions™


Equitable Solar Solutions™ (ESS) aims to bring solar energy to the low-income residents of Gunnison, CO.
We accomplish our mission and purpose through the acquisition of surplus solar panels from solar companies
or individuals that are looking to
upgrade their current solar system.

While these panels are not new, they are still able to produce energy and thus still have immense value.
​By acquiring older panels, costs are drastically reduced, making financial feasibility far more achievable.

Please contact us if you would like to donate  
solar equipment or make a direct donation.
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Equitable Solar Solutions™ Community Updates

Partnerships
The ESS™ Program wishes to thank the many partners who work with us to realize our vision through their donations and collaboration.

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Sandia National Laboratories
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Habitat for Humanity
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Clark Family School of Environment and Sustainability at Western Colorado University
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Nunatak Alternative Energy Solutions
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EcoMark Solar
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City of Gunnison
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Colorado Energy Office
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Shaw Solar
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Solar Recycling
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Bank of Colorado - Boulder Branch
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Alaska Center for Energy and Power
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Active Solar Energies

 Other Partners and Donors

Solar Solutions
Johnny Weiss
Erin Quinn
David Rummel
Jesse Hoff
Leslie Glustrom
Kate Collardson
Bryce and Katie Carter
Kelsey Wirth and Sam Myers
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Coldharbour Institute is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization
Coldharbour Institute P.O. Box 463 Gunnison CO 81230
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