Google Foundation

The Google Foundation is all about encouraging technologial innovation as a means of addressing important social problems. In its nine years of existence, Google.org has put more than $100 million into what it considers innovative investments, grants, and projects. While the Google Foundation is focused on making investments in a few specific areas, any nonprofit can benefit from up to $40,000 worth of free Adwords, a program which more than 4,000 non-profits take advantage of.

Sponsored Projects:

Columbia Gorge Discovery Center

Location:
The Dalles, OR
Technology Type:
PV System Size:
3.00 - kilowatts

The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center’s Solar Demonstration Project was developed by Columbia Gorge Community College students enrolled in the Renewable Energy Technology Program. Funded by Google and Bonneville Environmental Foundation with support from Bonneville Power Administration, the project is designed to engage visitors in learning about renewable energy. Renewable energy interpretive displays featuring energy generation helps the Discovery Center meet its mission to inspire appreciation and stewardship of the environment for future generations.

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