Lower Energy Burden, Empower Communities
Home Repairs, Weatherization & Solar Solutions for Sustainable Living in Detroit’s 48203 & 48214 ZIP CodesInterest Form for 48203Interest Form for 48214Mission statement
To empower and uplift underserved populations through the development of clean energy education, whole homes, and healthy communities.
About Whole Homes, Whole Community (WHWC)
Whole Homes, Whole Community (WHWC) was created to address the urgent need for sustainable, energy-efficient housing in Detroit’s 48203 and 48214 zip codes. Birthed out of the legal intervention work by community based organizations Soulardarity and We Want Green Too alongside the Abrams Law Clinic, WHWC was what came out of a long legal battle (and eventually settlement) in DTE’s IRP back in 2022. With the backing and involvement of other strong environmental organizations and with the help of the fiduciary and expertise of Elevate – WHWC is backed by a powerful vision: reducing the energy burden for residents through critical home repairs, weatherization, holistic upgrades, and potential solar installations. Although coming from the $8 million settlement with DTE over 4 years, WHWC is designed not as a short-term initiative but as a long-term movement for healthier, more resilient communities. The program aims to extend well beyond 2025, with goals reaching into 2028 and beyond, fostering a legacy of environmental justice, economic equity, and neighborhood empowerment. Together with residents, contractors, sponsors, and community partners, WHWC is reshaping what sustainable living looks like—one home at a time.
Resident Interest
Are you a resident of 48203 or 48214 interested in lowering your energy burden? Apply today!
48203 Residents
Highland Park residents can apply for the WHWC program to receive home repairs, weatherization, and more.
48214 Residents
Detroit area residents can apply for the WHWC program to receive home repairs, weatherization, and more.
Contractor Interest Contractor Interest
Are you a contractor who would like to get involved in Whole Homes, Whole Community? This program is to help residents lower their energy burden through home repair, weatherization, solar, and more.
Expertise is expected in one or more areas of:
- ✅ Roof repair/replacement
- ✅ Insulation upgrade
- ✅ Window replacement/repair
- ✅ Door replacement/repair
- ✅ Heat Pump repair/Replacement
- ✅ Furnace replacement/repair
- ✅ HVAC Improvement/Installation/Repair
- ✅ Lead asbestos/abatement
- ✅ Appliance replacement/repair
- ✅ Bringing house up to current code
- ✅ Solar evaluation, creation & installation
- ✅ Battery storage evaluation & installation
- ✅ Sealed Walls/Doors/Floors (drafty)
If you are a contractor in reputable standing with your clients, have an upstanding track record, and have a desire to make 48203 & 48214 residents more sustainable, please download and fill out the form below. Preference will be given to BIPOC businesses & leaders.
WHWC Partners
Elevate
Elevate is a nonprofit organization dedicated to designing and implementing clean energy solutions that reduce costs, protect the environment, and ensure equitable access for underserved communities. As a key partner of WHWC, Elevate provides technical expertise and programmatic support to advance energy-efficient home repairs and solar initiatives in Detroit’s 48203 and 48214 neighborhoods. Their work ensures that low-income residents benefit from sustainable, affordable housing solutions
Soulardarity
Soulardarity is a grassroots organization rooted in Highland Park, Michigan, championing energy democracy and community-owned solar power. As a vital WHWC partner, Soulardarity empowers Detroit’s 48203 and 48214 residents through innovative solar projects, energy efficiency education, and advocacy for equitable energy access. Their groundbreaking work—including installing solar-powered streetlights in underserved neighborhoods—embodies WHWC’s mission to reduce energy burdens while fostering community resilience and self-determination.
We Want Green Too
We Want Green Too is a Detroit-based environmental justice organization focused on empowering communities through education, advocacy, and grassroots projects. A founding partner of WHWC, they champion solar equity, energy efficiency, and sustainable home repairs for residents in the 48203 and 48214 ZIP codes. Their mission aligns with WHWC’s goal to reduce energy burdens while fostering local leadership and economic opportunities.