The Avalon Village is a sustainable eco-village being built in Highland Park, MI (inside the city of Detroit). Transforming one of the city’s most blighted blocks into a safe, functional, and beautiful space for the entire community. The inspiration behind this transformative project is 2 year-old Jakobi RA who was killed by a hit-and-run driver in 2007. In honor of his memory and embrace his vibrant spirit, the first installation, Jakobi RA Park, serves as a gathering place for celebrations, community service projects, activities and events throughout the year. Follow their progress on http://theavalonvillage.org

Staffed by Mark Templeton, Rob Weinstock and more than 20 law student interns, the Abrams Environmental Law Clinic (AELC) at the University of Chicago Law School challenges illegal pollution, fights for strict permits, advocates for changes to regulations and laws, holds environmental agencies accountable, and develops innovative approaches for improving the environment. The Clinic is proud to represent Soulardarity before the Michigan Public Service Commission and to advocate for energy and environmental justice in Michigan.

The Patrice K. Aaron Foundation is a family foundation with a primary focus on racial, economic and environmental justice in SE Michigan. We’re on a journey to better understand our privilege and wealth in the context of a deeply unfair and unjust socioeconomic system. How do we begin? By listening, learning and taking direction from those who’ve borne the burden of oppression and marginalization in our country - especially in SE Michigan. By finding ways to be financially, morally and persistently supportive and present. By elevating the voices and values of those who deserve to be treated with respect, compassion and fairness.

Vote Solar's mission is to make solar a mainstream energy resource across the U.S.  Since 2002, Vote Solar has been working to lower solar costs and expand solar access. A 501(c)3 non-profit organization, Vote Solar advocates for state policies and programs needed to repower our electric grid with clean energy. Learn more at: votesolar.org

Ryter Cooperative Industries is a project management company thriving in the Metropolitan Detroit area and takes on an innovative approach that introduces resourceful ideas through the use of technological resources by integrating clean renewable energy to companies and organizations. RCI delivers solutions for revitalizing clean energy in its efforts to use science and technology to transform the future of sustainability. Founder and CEO, Ali Dirul has joined forces with local Metro Detroit power-houses by breaking down barriers to transform the practical use of energy into revitalized ground-breaking technology. Learn more at  https://www.ryterci.com/

The Energy Democracy National Tour 2018 is an effort to identify and highlight the alternative, frontline- led and justice-centered renewable energy efforts of communities across the country. By weaving these efforts into a fabric that represents a national political current of historic significance, the inaugural Tour seeks to shift the narrative toward one of positive and effective solutions led by local communities, taking into their own hands the work of building a cleaner and more equitable future. Learn more at https://energydemocracy.us