Surfrider Foundation San Diego joins the solar energy revolution

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (June 21, 2018) – Today, Surfrider Foundation San Diego and Sullivan Solar Power announced a solar program for Surfrider members aimed at helping members ditch fossil fuels while also giving back to the organization. Eliminating dirty fossil fuels and switching to solar energy can prevent future oil spills, ocean acidification and rising sea levels. As part of Surfrider Foundation’s Purchase with Purpose program, Sullivan Solar Power will donate $500 to Surfrider Foundation San Diego for every member household that goes solar.

“The production and use of renewable energy sources, such as solar, is a way to curb emissions and slow climate change,” said Michael Torti, Executive Committee Chair of Surfrider Foundation San Diego Chapter, “Our team is proud to announce Sullivan Solar Power, a San Diego solar company, as a partner of supporting Surfrider San Diego Chapter's efforts to protect our communities’ ocean, waves and beaches.”

The Surfrider Foundation San Diego solar program will offer a series of educational and fun solar events throughout San Diego County, informing members about solar and battery technology. The first partnership event is Power & Pints, an educational solar seminar and social gathering for Surfrider Foundation San Diego staff and members. The event will take place on Tuesday, June 26 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Duck Foot Brewing Company in Miramar and will include free craft beer with RSVP and a presentation by Sullivan Solar Power’s certified energy practitioners.

“Partnering with Surfrider Foundation San Diego is a natural fit - reducing our fossil fuel consumption locally will have a positive impact on the ocean and on our beaches,” said Daniel Sullivan, founder and President of Sullivan Solar Power, the top energy storage developer in Southern California, “Through this partnership, our donations will allow Surfrider Foundation San Diego to further their great work in the community while helping families save money and reduce their carbon footprint.”

Surfrider San Diego’s STOP Coastal Climate Change mission is to prevent further drastic changes to ocean, waves, and beaches by reducing emission of greenhouse gases. Going solar is one of the easiest ways San Diegans can take charge and reduce their carbon footprint.

To learn more about the solar program or to RSVP for Power & Pints, visit www.sullivansolarpower.com/rsvp.

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About Surfrider Foundation

The Surfrider Foundation is a nonprofit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves and beaches through a powerful network. Founded in 1984 by a handful of visionary surfers in Malibu, California, the Surfrider Foundation now maintains over 500,000 supporters, activists and members, with more than 160 volunteer-led chapters and student clubs in the U.S., and more than 450 victories protecting our coasts. Learn more at www.surfrider.org.

About Sullivan Solar Power

Sullivan Solar Power is a turnkey solar system provider that delivers solar electric projects from concept to completion. The company has installed more than 7,000 systems and 65,000,000 watts of solar power ranging from small-scale residential to large-scale commercial and municipal systems. Sullivan Solar Power was founded by Daniel Sullivan in 2004. Sullivan Solar Power has a longstanding A-plus rating with the Better Business Bureau, with no complaints filed since the business began. The firm has been named one of the fastest growing energy companies in the nation by Inc. Magazine and services all of Southern California. Sullivan Solar Power was voted San Diego Union Tribune’s Best Solar Power Company, and remains the only San Diego company to be nationally accredited. The company is a top developer for energy storage in the state. Regardless of project size and scope, Sullivan is committed to delivering the best products and the most qualified professionals to its customers. Visit www.sullivansolarpower.com or call 1.800.SULLIVAN for more information.