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SUMMARY:Solar Charger Community Showcase- Newark Resilient Solar Initiative: South Ward
DESCRIPTION:The Resilient Solar Initiative\, powered by Solar One and funded by National Oceanic and Atmospheric\nAdministration (NOAA)\, is a high school internship program in partnership with the City of Newark’s\nOffice of Sustainability. Its mission is to develop eight mobile solar chargers deployed to city-wide\ncommunity hubs for emergency preparedness. These chargers provide supplemental electricity during\nemergencies\, aiding Newark residents with medical devices and electronics. \nTo raise awareness of solar power’s importance\, the initiative hosts eight Community Engagement\nShowcase “pop-up” events. These free events educate Newark students\, families\, and businesses on\nsolar power’s role in emergency services. Events feature: \n\nEducational Activities: Engage with STEM-focused activities and learn about green\nenergy careers\, fostering positive climate action in our community.\nLive Demonstrations: Witness training demonstrations and the deployment of a\nsolar-energy powered emergency battery station\, showcasing the practical\napplications of sustainable technology.\nCultural Elements: Enjoy lively music and savor locally-sustained food for lunch\,\ncreating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.\nCommunity Engagement: Interact with first responders in workshop\ndemonstrations and sign up for additional Community Emergency Response Training\n(CERT) to enhance community preparedness.\nEnvironmental Advocacy: Explore the critical need for climate change mitigation\nand proactive protective measures\, addressing Newark’s vulnerability to severe\nweather incidents.\n\nPartner Organizations:\nCity of Newark Office of Health & Community Services\nCity of Newark Office of Emergency Management\nEssex County Office of Emergency Management\nCity of Newark Police & Fire\nNewark Science and Sustainability\nSouth Ward Environmental Alliance\nUrban League of Essex County\nIronbound Community Corporation\nGreater Newark Conservancy\nNewark Public Schools\nNewark Green Team\nDepartment of Emergency Management\nJannah on Grafton
URL:https://solar1.org/event/solar-charger-community-showcase-newark-resilient-solar-initiative-south-ward-2/
LOCATION:Hope Village 2\, 51-63 Elizabeth Avenue\, Newark\, NJ\, 07108\, United States
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