Go Green Granville
Solar on home on Granger Street in Granville
*GOING SOLAR IN 2025*
Will Solar Work for Me?
Will Solar Work for Me?
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Huffman Hall | Presidents Dining Hall Denison University | Granville
Considering adding rooftop or ground-mounted solar to your home or business? This program will guide you through the solar installation process, from assessing your site’s potential to maximizing financial incentives and navigating net metering rules. Learn how to calculate upfront costs versus long-term savings and how to connect with qualified local installers. Bring your on-site solar-related questions to this engaging workshop led by Denison University Sustainability Director Jeremy King.
Parking available in the Swasey Chapel lot.
OPTIONAL: Dinner is available for purchase in the dining hall immediately prior to the event.
WE'RE A SMALL OHIO TOWN WITH A BIG GOAL
Creating a Sustainable,
Climate-Resilient Community
Creating a Sustainable,
Climate-Resilient Community
Aerial view of homes and community garden in Granville's Village Roots neighborhood.
POWERING A CLEAN FUTURE FOR GRANVILLE
Our Goal:
Cut Carbon 50% by 2030
Our Goal:
Cut Carbon 50% by 2030
In the face of a rapidly changing climate, we recognize the urgent need to take action. The Granville community is leading by example to reduce our carbon footprint and forge a path towards a greener, more resilient community. By adopting sustainable practices, such as reducing our home’s energy consumption, converting to renewable energy sources directly or through Granville’s Green Electric Aggregation Program, transitioning to emissions-free transportation, conserving resources, and embracing resilient infrastructure practices, we can mitigate and adapt to climate change and create a healthier planet.
LEADING BY EXAMPLE
Village Opts In to 100% Renewable Electric
Village Opts In to 100% Renewable Electric
Following a Village Council vote in February 2025, the Village of Granville enrolled all of the Village’s metered infrastructure in the renewable electricity aggregation program. This means that all Village buildings, street lights and traffic signals are now effectively operating on renewable electricity.
GRANVILLE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION & GO GREEN GRANVILLE
New Fund Supports Solar in Granville
New Fund Supports Solar in Granville
Go Green Granville and the Granville Community Foundation announced the launch of the Go Green Granville Fund, a new grant program dedicated to advancing sustainability initiatives across the Granville area by helping local civic organizations and nonprofits install solar panels to increase energy efficiency and provide economic enhancements.
Through the generosity of a seed-funding donor to a restricted fund at the Granville Community Foundation, $50,000 in grants are initially available. The grants are paired with technical support from Go Green Granville solar experts to help schools, civic organizations, and nonprofits install on-site solar electric systems in 2025. These grants aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lower long-term energy costs, and empower local organizations to take meaningful action against climate change. Go Green Granville expects to further grow this opportunity, over time, through additional earmarked donations.
ANSWERS TO YOUR SOLAR QUESTIONS
Go Green Granville
Solar Consultation
Go Green Granville
Solar Consultation
Thinking about installing solar panels but unsure where to begin? Do you have a quote from a solar installer and want someone to help you analyze it? Have questions about best ways to utilize solar at your home or business? Go Green Granville volunteer Richard Downs can help. Richard has 45 years of experience in construction, specializing in energy-efficient infrastructure and 12 years of experience as a certified solar electric designer. As a longtime Granville resident, former co-chair of the Granville Solar Co-op and one of Licking County's most knowledgeable and experienced solar experts, Richard is available to answer your questions, review proposals and guide you through the solar installation process.
contact us at: hello@gogreengranville.org or complete the form below to set up a free consult.
MEDIA COVERAGE
Go Green Granville In the News
Granville, other Ohio communities set lofty goal of reducing carbon emissions by 50% by 2030
Granville Environmental Sustainability Committee members L-R: Chair Frank O'Brien-Bernini, Paul Hammond, Lori Kumler, Councilmember Laura Mickelson, Jennifer Rubal, Ed Chanda
VILLAGE OF GRANVILLE
Environmental Sustainability Committee
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The Granville Village Council established an Environmental Sustainability Committee to create and assist in the execution of a sustainability plan consistent with scientific consensus on what is necessary to limit climate change. This will include specific goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and facilitate the involvement of community members and other key stakeholders in an equitable way. The Committee meets at a NEW DATE & TIME: third Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. in the Village Office at 141 East Broadway.
MEASURING OUR COMMUNITY'S GREENHOUSE GAS POLLUTION
Granville's Carbon Emissions
Granville's Carbon Emissions
More than half of Granville's carbon emissions come from RESIDENTIAL usage according to data from Power a Clean Future Ohio.
Emissions by Source
Emissions by Sector
GREEN ELECTRIC AGGREGATION PROGRAM
Opt In to Green Energy in Granville
Opt In to Green Energy in Granville
Granville village and township residents can now choose 100% renewable energy through the Granville Green Electric Aggregation Program. This allows us to pool our electricity needs to purchase energy as a group. Our collective buying power also enables us to choose 100% wind power at competitive rates, providing an affordable way to support sustainability and reduce our carbon footprint.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Actions That Make An Impact
Actions That Make An Impact
EMBRACING SOLAR WHILE PRESERVING GRANVILLE'S HISTORIC CHARACTER
Solar-Powered Village Charm
Solar-Powered Village Charm
Old Sycamore Lane
Granger Street
Cherry Street
POWER A CLEAN FUTURE OHIO
Granville Commits To Reduce Emissions
Granville Commits To Reduce Emissions
Granville Village Council unanimously adopted a resolution to join Power a Clean Future Ohio (PCFO), furthering the Village’s commitment to improving sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. With passage of this resolution, the Village of Granville became the 40th community to join Power a Clean Future Ohio.
LOCAL LEADERSHIP FOR THE CLIMATE CRISIS
Community-Led Initiatives
Community-Led Initiatives
SUSTAINABILITY SPOTLIGHT
Digester processes food waste at GHS
Digester processes food waste at GHS
Aerobic digesters turn food waste into a nutrient-rich compost-type biomass. This technology helps to reduce greenhouse gases by keeping food waste out of landfills. It also helps to lower fuel and transportation costs associated with waste management. As part of a "Take Action" Project in Mr. Jim Reding's Environmental Science class at Granville High School, students Casey Laughbaum and Alli Messner planned, fundraised and implemented the installation of an aerobic digester in order to process food waste generated at the high school. The digestor has the capacity to process 440 pounds of food waste and compostable serviceware per day.
JOIN NEIGHBORS & COMMUNITY LEADERS
Go Green. Get Involved.
Go Green. Get Involved.
Interested in getting more involved with sustainability initiatives in Granville? Would you like to nominate a resident or business for a Sustainability Spotlight on the website? Want to connect with Go Green Granville?
We'd love to hear from you!
Salt Run Creek at Spring Valley Nature Preserve | Photo by Kimmie Huynh