The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur completed a ground-mounted solar project at their factory in Whitehouse, Ohio. This initiative advances their long-standing commitment to caring for creation in response to the Church's call to take decisive action to protect creation and ensure a more just and sustainable future.

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The project is rooted in Catholic social doctrine and inspired by *Laudato Si*, reflecting the moral responsibility of sisters to protect our common home and address the growing ecological crisis.

The newly installed 188-kilowatt solar power system is expected to offset approximately 56% of the electricity consumption at the SND White House facility.

"Strengthening the transition to renewable energy enables us to fulfill this mission in a tangible way, reducing environmental impact while supporting long-term sustainability," said Sister Margaret Goreman from the SND Province in the United States.

This solar energy installation is part of SND USA's broader initiative to integrate renewable energy and sustainable practices into its facilities, aligning with global environmental responsibility goals. Other significant sustainability efforts completed by SND USA include transitioning its fleet vehicles to hybrid models and adopting geothermal energy.

The solar panel array was designed and constructed by Better Together Solar, a Cleveland-based company specializing in renewable energy solutions.