Social capital is the person-to-person relationships and the solidarity among members of our communities. It determines the quality of our community life. It bridges our diversities, demonstrates our shared values and gives community members a sense of belonging. It is the energy that makes things happen.
Social capital is built through the small, reciprocal actions of each individual, every single day. It is found in the shared interests of our neighborhoods, clubs and schools. Social capital is nurtured through the collaborative initiatives of our civic organizations and community groups.
The Energy Coalition shapes the social capital in communities – the social capital that transforms a locale into a sustainable and accountable community. This requires engaging individuals, stimulating collective energy interests and actions, and spurring effective energy policy.
Sometimes the seeds of an accountable energy community take root in a The Energy Coalition school energy program. It may flower in the shared benefits of a community energy partnership, or the collective action of businesses working together to reduce energy load. When fully realized, the accountable community is a culture wrapped around innovative energy practices and proudly sharing its energy ideas.
As energy architects, we are on the ground, inside your community, spearheading the local energy programs, regional partnerships, educational curricula and civic energy innovations that build social capital.
Working together we will connect and invigorate the energy values of your community. Contact us.