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As a youth, Alphonse was known for his experimentations with electricity and electronics on his island home in Nevis, West Indies. After 5 years working in the field of electricity he came to the US to further his education. He became involved with solar cells as part of his training, and he visited solar installations and manufactures of solar panels. He then became a member of Co-op Power where he was exposed to the reality of alternative energy: wind, solar and geothermal. As an active member of the Co-op Power, he works in his community to get the word out about the best ways to get affordable solar in Boston. Through his influence, his own church, Second Church in Dorchester, became the first house of worship to install affordable solar and this expanded to other churches in the region. Alphonse is part of the Dorchester Food Co-op Solar Committee.

A Servant Leader with a demonstrated history of working in the energy industry. Beth’s work promotes and supports the flow of financial instruments and technology toward the development and implementation of sustainable business models, investments, economic, environmental, and social projects. Beth is skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Training, Project Management, Team Building, Investing, and Public Speaking. CEO of Renewable Renegades a company that provides high-quality training, consulting, and energy brokerage in the renewable energy industry. She has been focused on the workforce training group of BCSC.

Declan Keefe has over a decade of experience in architecture, construction and real estate development. Declan is an entrepreneur and has a passion for triple bottom line businesses (people, planet, prosperity). His focus has been on creating high performance, sustainable buildings at a low cost. He founded CoEverything to bring cooperative ownership to the real estate industry. His life’s goal is to simply have a net positive impact, and he believes that will only be possible through collaboration and cooperation. Declan is one of the lead organizers volunteering for BCSC.

Diana is the Program Director at Solstice Initiative and oversees the research, education and project development work for the non-profit. Diana manages a team that advocates for community-led solar projects for a more equitable and sustainable clean energy transition. Diana is a passionate environmental manager with extensive experience leading diverse teams to build cross-sector partnerships and complex programs to tackle environmental issues, encourage sustainability action and promote environmental justice. She’s excited to bring her passion to this project and work towards a clean and equitable future for all.

Gregory King, Managing Director of TSK Energy Solutions, a black owned and operated small business. Greg is the chair of the SBN Mass Go Solar Workforce Development Advisory Committee. Greg is a clean energy workforce development consultant with deep expertise in renewable energy and building energy efficiency. Greg designs world class workforce development programs that connect employers, job seekers, technical training organization and community-based organization including the Center for Smart Building Technology at Roxbury Community College, the MassSave Clean Energy Pathways Program, the Clean Energy Equity Workforce Development Program. He is also on the MassCEC Workforce Diversity Advisory Board and amember of the City of Boston, Department of Energy, Environment and Open Spaces Community Advisory Board which assists the City of Boston in making workforce development investments in “Green Jobs” training and job placements. Greg is one of the lead organizers for BCSC.

Jordan joined the LEAF team in 2023 to support the Elevate Small Business Program and Uplift Procure. Prior to LEAF, Jordan worked in data analytics at the Greater Boston Food Bank and in project finance for commercial solar PV assets at Ameresco. Jordan graduated with a bachelor's degree in Mathematical Economics from MIT.

Kate Raisz is an award-winning media producer, director, and writer with thirty years of experience making films, websites, and interactive experiences for museums and broadcast television. Her expertise lies in translating complex ideas from science and natural history into compelling and dramatic media pieces for the general public. Clients include HISTORY, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, Utah Museum of Natural History, Ellis Island National Immigration Museum, Biomuseo Panama, Hong Kong Maritime Museum, Inner Space Center, NOAA, New England Aquarium, the Aquarium of the Pacific, Discovery Channel, and National

Kendra Beaver is passionate about improving the lives of and bringing power to communities by working on issues including sustainability, environmental justice, environmental policy, and climate change. As Climate Justice Coordinator for the Fairmount Indigo CDC Collaborative (FICC) Kendra is coordinating the implementation of a three-year action plan to mitigate the impact of climate change and build community resilience, engagement, health equity, and policy change in the primarily environmental justice neighborhoods of Dorchester, Mattapan, Hyde Park, & Roslindale. Kendra appreciates the ability to work in the community she also lives in, as a Dorchester resident. She is on the Outreach working group of BCSC.

Mela Bush-Miles, Co-op Power Mela Bush-Miles is a Native Bostonian who has spent decades organizing and advocating for transit equity and environmental justice. She brings a wealth of wisdom and experience to her community and beyond. She formerly served as the Acting Director and Lead Organizer for The Greater Four Corners Action Coalition. She has been championing the fight for transit justice for the 100,000 plus riders and residents along the Fairmount corridor in Massachusetts. She is the Director of Transit Oriented Development and T Riders Union (TRU) at Alternatives for Community and Environment (ACE). Mela is on the Board of Co-op Power and People’s Solar Energy Fund and a member of the Dorchester Food Co-op, Mela founded the Co-op Power Boston Metro East CEC.

A CoFounder of CoEverything, Miriam is passionate about architecture and development and its potential for building community. She is committed to the triple bottom line and excels in project management and community engagement. Miriam is an active board member for Boston Farms Community Land Trust and the architect for the Dorchester Food Co-op store design. Miriam supports the BCSC because she believes in community-owned and community controlled renewable energy.

Olive looks forward to the future that will make the reality of alternative energy accessible to everyone, no matter their level of economy, home ownership or status. Olive is a retired librarian, and previously worked for Co-op Power as an office manager. She brings skills in communications, project management, and technology. I have served as the Administrator for the Boston Metro East Community Energy Co-op for a number of years. Olive is part of the Dorchester Food Co-op Solar Committee and is a member of Co-op Power.

Ruth is currently earning her electrical engineering degree from Umass Dartmouth. As she advances in her Electrical Engineering studies, she is beginning to realize how vital her acquired skills will be in preparing to step up to global challenges. Ruth has a strong desire to innovate, expand and scale clean energy infrastructures worldwide to promote a sustainable, equitable and resilient future. She is especially dedicated to ensuring that the future of renewables is to the benefit of all people. She is currently interning at CoEverything to help organize and develop the 195 Bowdoin Solar Array and BCSC. She is in the workforce training working group and is a member of Co-op Powe