When Jonathan Townes, Vice President of Career and Technical Education and HBCU Initiatives at Hinds Community College, visited Apex Clean Energy headquarters this fall, he arrived as both an educator and a champion for Mississippi’s future workforce. During a Fireside Chat with Apex’s Fall Meeting, Townes helped shine a light on how wind and solar projects can do more than produce energy. They can expand opportunity, uplift students and strengthen communities for generations. Continue reading

Soul City Solar is proud to share that more than $60,000 in community grants have been awarded to 21 local organizations making a difference across Hinds County. From empowering youth and supporting schools to advancing workforce development, beautifying neighborhoods, and strengthening families, these projects reflect the very best of our community spirit. Continue reading

HINDS COUNTY, Miss. — In a show of support for community-driven progress, Soul City Solar has awarded over $70,000 in grants to 11 local organizations advancing education, environmental sustainability, and health and safety across Hinds County.  The funding, part of Apex Clean Energy’s commitment to powering better communities through the Soul City Solar Community Grant Program, will support initiatives that create lasting, community-driven impact.   “These organizations are among the many that represent the heartbeat of Hinds County,” said Chris Hawk, Senior Development Manager at Apex Clean Energy. “They’re showing up every day to teach kids, care for neighbors, protect the environment, and create brighter futures. It means a lot to us at Apex to support that kind of work through the Soul City Solar Community Grant Program. It’s about being a good neighbor and standing alongside the people who make this community strong.” Continue reading

Soul City Solar, a project of Apex Clean Energy, is pleased to award more than $40,000 to seven local organizations through its Soul City Solar Community Grant Program. The program has awarded nearly $100,000 to support non-profit organizations and community causes since its launch earlier this year, including grants to the Raymond Fire Department, Hinds Community College, and Tougaloo College, among others "The Soul City Solar team is continually amazed by the incredible work that Hinds County organizations are doing to improve lives and strengthen the community," said Chris Hawk, Development Manager.  "Recently, our team had a chance to spend time with some of the community grant recipients and tour their sites and facilities, providing us with a deeper understanding of the work they do. It is inspiring to see how dedicated each of these organizations are to serving the residents of Hinds County. We are proud to partner with and support them.” Continue reading

The company planning a new solar farm between Bolton and Raymond is partnering with several local organizations to ensure that the project’s benefits are felt broadly throughout Hinds County. Soul City Solar is awarding $40,000 in funding through its Community Grant Program to support eight local nonprofit organizations. The program is designed to support groups working in Hinds County to build healthy communities, support economic development, foster environmental sustainability, and promote education.  These grants are the first round of funding distributed through the program and represent the beginning of a long-term commitment to the region. The developer of the project, Virginia-based Apex Clean Energy, has awarded over $4 million in community grant funds to nonprofit organizations across the country. Continue reading