How do you build community ownership of solar in Cleveland when none exists today? First step: Get a lawyer.
Mike Russell of Legal Aid in Cleveland has been an essential partner in Cleveland Owns' energy democracy work. Essential! And he's a delight to work with.
Check out a new video out this week by Ohio Access to Justice Foundation highlights that partnership!
Mike and our ED, Jonathan, along with Julia Wang from Cleveland Solar Cooperative andDeborah Lewis from The BC and Cleveland Owns' board, key leaders at two of our core projects, describe the projects and the pivotal legal support Legal Aid has provided. Plus check out some awesome drone shots of Capitol Theater and Hough!