Workers from various Fresno branches of Bank of America volunteered and helped install solar power on a home in South West Fresno. The solar project not only had a meaningful and positive impact in the community, but also for the workers at Bank of America.
Branch manager, Eddie Zamora, said this experience gives my colleagues an opportunity to give back to the community that they live and work in, learn new skills, and network with others that are interested in community service. For Eddie, the volunteer experience reminded him of the time in his childhood when his family was in need of assistance from nonprofit organizations. It is rewarding to volunteer and help a family in need, while at the same time recalling a time in my life were organizations helped my family", said Eddie Zamora.
Nancy Lopez, the customer service manager at Bank of America's call center, helped install eighteen SunTech Power modules onto the roof. Nancy found the use of power tools fun to use and the volunteer work meaningful. It was heartwarming to see how happy the homeowners were and to know that Bank of America volunteers made a difference in this familys life, said Nancy.
The solar electric system installed during this community service project, is projected to produce over $36,432 worth of renewable energy for the Moua family over the systems lifetime, and eliminate over 228,000 pounds of carbon emissions. The home owner Yor Moua said, our solar system will help us save money for a longtime, and will help us save for our three children and maybe even their grandchildren.
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