Advancing Solar + Storage Through Education and Community Engagement
COSSA InstituteThe COSSA Institute empowers a resilient energy future by delivering education, providing resources and best practices, and fostering collaboration to advance solar and energy storage adoption. We partner with communities, local governments, and industry to update land use codes, promote smart policies, and build an informed, resilient energy ecosystem across Colorado.
COSSA InstituteAbout the Institute
The COSSA Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing solar and energy storage adoption through education, land use and zoning guidance, and community engagement. We deliver actionable insights and guidance that support informed decisions for the responsible development of solar and energy storage projects.
COSSA InstituteAgenda & Initiatives
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Fostering Community Collaboration
Bringing together local leaders, utilities, NGOs, stakeholders, and industry to understand each community’s needs and ensure inclusive, informed decision-making.
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Shaping Policy and Planning
Providing land use guidance, monitoring local policies, moratoria, and community sentiment, and offering best practices and resources to help communities and industry navigate solar and storage development.
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Advancing Market Understanding
Delivering insights and research that inform policy, support responsible development, and strengthen Colorado’s energy future.
Community Impact
We’re investing in people, places, and programs that make energy equity real. By fostering collaboration among local leaders, utilities, NGOs, and industry, and providing guidance, best practices, and resources, the COSSA Institute opens the door for Colorado communities to participate in and understand responsible development of solar and energy storage helping create a cleaner, more inclusive energy future for all Coloradans.
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Your support helps us provide expert guidance, share insights and research, and foster collaboration, opening doors for the responsible growth of solar and energy storage across Colorado.