Housing Unlimited leverages clean energy to reinvest over $500,000 in net savings over the next 25 years into community-based recovery and housing stability for 260+ adults.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD – May 13, 2026 – Yesterday, at Housing Unlimited’s annual Welcome Home event, RE-volv, Montgomery County Green Bank, and GreenBrilliance helped celebrate the solarization of over 40 townhomes across the county. With the majority of the solar installations already live and producing power, the completed initiative will account for more than 270 kW of clean energy capacity installed. The project is projected to generate over $500,000 in electricity bill savings over the life of the systems and avoid over 5,000 tons of carbon emissions.

The project was financed and developed by RE-volv and Montgomery County Green Bank and installed by GreenBrilliance. Through RE-volv’s zero-down solar financing model, Housing Unlimited pays for the clean power generated at a rate significantly lower than standard utility costs. After these monthly payments, Housing Unlimited is projected to keep over $500,000 in net lifetime savings, which will be reinvested directly into their mission.

The Welcome Home event brought together 300+ local leaders, businesses, and community members to learn about the organization’s mission, using the new solar initiative as a featured example of how community-based partnerships can drive long-term impact.

Currently, Housing Unlimited owns 96 scattered-site homes in Montgomery County, providing shared housing to 263 adults in mental health recovery. Staff members visit each home weekly to build reliable, trusting relationships with tenants. The transition to solar ensures that more of the organization’s budget is dedicated to these critical, personalized services rather than utility costs.

“Housing Unlimited is excited to install solar at our homes,” said Abe Schuchman, CEO at Housing Unlimited. “This enables us to redirect energy bill savings into expanding our team and adding more homes. With a secure home and desired supports, the adults we serve can focus entirely on their independence and recovery.”

“Montgomery County Green Bank’s mission is to accelerate local clean energy adoption while advancing equity,” said Stephen Morel, CEO of Montgomery County Green Bank. “This project achieves both: pairing public-purpose capital with innovative partners to deliver real savings where it matters most.”

This solar initiative was made possible in part by Billie Eilish’s Changemaker Program, which provided a grant to RE-volv via REVERB, helping to accelerate clean energy adoption for community-serving organizations.

“Housing Unlimited’s incredible mission at the intersection of mental health and housing is now strengthened through solar power, thanks to lower energy bills that allow precious resources to be better utilized serving clients,” said Andreas Karelas, Executive Director of RE-volv. “RE-volv is thrilled to play a role in this incredible project, alongside our longstanding partners Montgomery County Green Bank, and Green Brilliance.”

“GreenBrilliance is proud to serve as the design and installation partner for this solar initiative,” said Nishanth ‘Neo’ Mahankali, Senior Mechanical Engineer at GreenBrilliance. “Our mission is to provide nonprofits with high-performance, turnkey solar solutions that deliver immediate savings. Seeing our systems support mental health recovery and housing stability in Montgomery County is exactly why we do this work.”

About RE-volv

RE-volv is an equity-informed, clean energy access organization that helps nonprofits in underinvested communities across the country go solar, while raising awareness about equitable climate solutions and training the next generation of clean energy leaders. To date, RE-volv has developed and financed over 135 nonprofit solar projects, saving them more than $45 million on electricity bills. Learn more at re-volv.org.

About Housing Unlimited

Housing Unlimited provides affordable, independent housing for adults in mental health recovery in Montgomery County, Maryland. By providing permanent, shared housing and weekly staff check-ins, the organization empowers very low income adults to focus on their recovery journey. Learn more at housingunlimited.org.

About Montgomery County Green Bank

The Montgomery County Green Bank is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping businesses and residents affordably implement energy efficiency, clean energy, and climate-resilient solutions. The Montgomery County Green Bank supports Montgomery County, MD by driving investment into energy efficiency, clean energy, and climate resilience through lending and investment partners in the region. These efforts include working with homeowners, renters, nonprofits, and commercial entities of all varieties. Learn more at mcgreenbank.org.

About GreenBrilliance

GreenBrilliance is a vertically integrated solar energy services provider with over two decades of experience delivering turnkey solutions. As a leading EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) partner, the company specializes in empowering nonprofits and community organizations to achieve energy independence through advanced technology and personalized service. Learn more at greenbrilliance.com.

About Billie Eilish’s Changemaker Program

Through the Changemaker Program, Billie Eilish and her fans have raised funds from Eilish’s HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR to help support important organizations, projects, and voices dedicated to food equity, climate justice, reducing carbon pollution, and supporting crucial environmental work in combating the climate crisis.

About REVERB

REVERB is a nonprofit dedicated to uniting artists, fans, and organizations to create positive environmental and social change. Through programs like the REVERB Climate Impact Fund and Climate Project Portfolio, REVERB helps direct music’s cultural power toward tangible solutions that cut emissions, support communities, and build a healthier future. Learn more at reverb.org.