ENERGY WISE BOARD OUTREACH
As a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable energy practices, Energy Wise Alliance (EWA) is committed to ensuring the success and prosperity of the organization. The EWA Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the organization's mission and goals, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and making decisions that guide the organization toward a sustainable and equitable future.
MISSION: BUILDING community power through energy education.
WE NEED COMMITTEE CHAIRS & COMMITTEE MEMBERS!
BOARD COMMITTEES: The role of any committee is to support the work of the Board, the staff, and the organization as an evolving entity, keeping the prosperous future of EWA a reality and providing recommendations to the Board.
All committees have co-chairs and a Board member sits on each committee, not necessarily as the chair of the committee. Minutes are kept of each meeting of a committee. Committees report monthly progress and actions to the Board. If you are passionate about sustainable energy practices and want to contribute your expertise to the Energy Wise Alliance, we encourage you to apply. Use the BLUE BUTTON to submit your application or use the BLACK BUTTON for additional information.
WHAT IS REQUIRED OF BOARD MEMBERS?
Members serve for two-year terms starting in January and ending in December. New board members are selected by the current Board. Board members are expected to work collaboratively to develop sustainable energy practices that focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. They are required to participate in monthly general board meetings for an hour and a half, work on committee(s), and support committee chairs. This commitment includes about 5 hours per month on tasks such as attending bi-monthly board meetings, participating on a committee or taskforce, “get-or-give” fundraising responsibilities ($500/year), bringing your networking resources to bear, and becoming a champion of our shared cause.
“Energy is the golden thread that connects economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability.”
HOW COULD YOU CONTRIBUTE? Join a Committee!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS: The EWA Board of Directors is committed to promoting sustainable energy practices and ensuring that the organization remains fiscally and legally responsible and sustainable. The Board enables the organization to be guided by established core principles of sustainable energy practices, which also inform the Board throughout its functioning, ensuring EWA remains a force for environmental renewal.
Our Board has four officers responsible for overseeing the organization's day-to-day operations. The President and Vice-President preside over board meetings and provide leadership to the organization, while the Secretary is the custodian of the board's records and documents. The Treasurer is responsible for ensuring proper fiscal management and maintaining the organization's finances.
FINANCE, AUDIT, AND COMPLIANCE COMMITTEE: This committee is the backbone of our organization's financial stability. It comprises of two dedicated teams who work to secure the resources needed to achieve our mission. The Finance and Audit team is vigilant in overseeing our financial affairs, ensuring that we remain compliant with regulations, and developing strategies to optimize our financial sustainability. They review and approve the annual budget and conduct regular audits to ensure the organization's financial stability. Meanwhile, the Fundraising and Compliance team identifies potential funding sources, cultivates relationships with donors and partners, and organizes engaging events that promote sustainable energy practices.
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES COMMITTEE: The programs and services committee plays a critical role in ensuring that our offerings align with our mission and goals. They work closely with staff to assess the effectiveness of our programs and services, make recommendations for improvement, and identify new opportunities for growth and expansion.
GOVERNANCE AND POLICY COMMITTEE: The governance and policy committee is a visionary team that assesses the effectiveness of our board, identifies areas for improvement, and develops policies and procedures that promote good governance. They also ensure that we remain compliant with relevant laws and regulations and strive to uphold our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE: Our marketing and communications committee is a creative team that develops and implements strategies to raise awareness about our mission and programs. They work closely with staff to ensure that our messaging and branding are consistent across all platforms and engage with our community through social media, public relations, and other channels.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION COMMITTEE: Our diversity, equity, and inclusion committee is a passionate team that advocates for and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization. They develop policies and practices that promote diversity and equity and ensure that our activities are accessible and inclusive to all members of our community.
SUSTAINABILITY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY COMMITTEE: The sustainability and renewable energy committee is a forward-thinking team that stays up-to-date on the latest developments and best practices in sustainable energy. They develop and recommend policies and practices that promote sustainability and renewable energy and assess our environmental impact to ensure that we remain true to our mission.
ADVISORY COMMITTEE: In addition to the standing committees, we are excited to establish an Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee will be composed of experts, academics, industry professionals, and community leaders. The Advisory Committee will serve as a resource to the Board of Directors and Executive Director, offering advice and guidance on key issues related to sustainable energy practices, community engagement, and organizational growth. The Committee includes young individuals between the ages of 16 and 25, whose perspectives and insights provide valuable input on the needs and concerns of the next generation. Members have no governance role, but play a key role in shaping our direction and staying at the forefront of sustainability.
