Solar Spotlight: YMCA Camp Weaver

Aerial view of Camp Weaver in Greensboro, North Carolina, featuring a large green-roof building with rooftop solar panels installed by Southern Energy Management next to an outdoor swimming pool.

Solar Power at Camp Weaver

Location

Greensboro, NC

System Size

11.64 kW

Number of Panels

24

Year Installed

2025

YMCA Camp Weaver in Greensboro, NC is shining a little brighter thanks to solar! In 2025, Southern Energy Management installed a 11.64 kW system made up of 24 solar panels to help the camp power its facilities with clean, renewable energy. This solar project not only reduces electricity costs and carbon emissions—it also supports Camp Weaver’s commitment to environmental education and sustainability. 

At YMCA Camp Weaver, we are committed to sustainability and reducing our environmental footprint. By incorporating solar panels into our facilities, we’re able to lower energy bills, which helps us keep camp costs more affordable for families. This investment not only supports our mission of providing quality experiences at a lower cost but also reflects our dedication to preserving the beautiful outdoor environment that makes our camp so special.

Gareth Clews — Executive Director, YMCA Camp Weaver

By investing in solar, Camp Weaver is leading by example, showing how solar energy can make a positive impact on the community and our planet.

Vibrant screen print illustration of Camp Weaver’s recreation building featuring a rooftop solar panel system installed by Southern Energy Management, symbolizing clean energy and sustainability in North Carolina.

How does a solar energy system work? 

Annual Environmental Impact

137 Trees Planted

An equivalent Carbon Savings of planting 137 trees per year!

1300 Light Bulbs Powered

The same amount of energy used by 1300 standard 9-watt light bulbs annually.

21,033 Miles Not Driven

Offsetting the carbon footprint of a typical gas-powered car traveling 21,033 miles.