Organization proposes innovative solar canopy project to combat climate change
SUNSET PARK, Brooklyn (PIX11) — In a groundbreaking initiative, a local community organization in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, known as UPROSE, is spearheading a novel approach to combating climate change by proposing a solar canopy project.
Elizabeth Yeampierre, the Executive Director of UPROSE, envisions a comprehensive plan to decarbonize Brooklyn, targeting rooftops and parking lots as prime locations for solar canopies.
Yeampierre emphasizes the importance of repurposing spaces like parking lots to address climate change and the urgent need for renewable energy sources. The proposed solar canopies aim to provide the community access to clean energy while facilitating a transition from fossil fuels to a more sustainable future.
The project mirrors the success of the rooftop solar farm at the Brooklyn Army Terminal, where residents and businesses enjoy a 15% reduction in electricity bills. UPROSE’s next steps involve engaging with parking lot owners and policymakers to bring this innovative initiative to fruition.
This community-led effort harnesses solar energy and provides much-needed shade in parking lots, contributing to a greener and more sustainable urban environment. For more information on UPROSE’s mission, visit their website here.
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