The Redwood Coast Airport Microgrid: A Beacon for the Community Microgrids of Tomorrow
This blog post highlights the Redwood Coast Airport Microgrid as a case study of a successful Community Microgrid project.
Read More
Presentation: Goleta Load Pocket and Montecito
Community Microgrid Initiative
About the Goleta Load Pocket
The Goleta Load Pocket spans 70 miles of California coastline encompassing the cities of Goleta, Santa Barbara (including Montecito), and Carpinteria. Because the Goleta Load Pocket is a highly transmission-vulnerable, disaster-prone region, the community can benefit greatly from the resilience provided by local renewables.
The perfect opportunity for a comprehensive Community Microgrid
In October 2018, the Clean Coalition’s Craig Lewis and Gregory Young presented on what this opportunity could mean for the Goleta Load Pocket.
Related videos
Recent news
The latest in clean local energy
Learn about our innovative projects and initiatives on our blog, and see what others are reporting about our important work.
Why Fire-Prone Communities Need Community Microgrids Now
This blog post explains the crucial need for Community Microgrids in fire-prone regions.
Read More16th Annual California Climate and Energy Collaborative Forum – 9-10 July 2025
Ben Schwartz of the Clean Coalition was a moderator at the 16th Annual California Climate and Energy Collaborative Forum, which took place in San Jose, CA on 9-10 July 2025.
Read More