Opposition and Support

Currently, there seem to be no major pre-existing clean energy opposition groups. Opposition groups can typically be organic collections of locals who are opposed to a project for various reasons, or can be outside groups or agitators with the goal of delaying or killing renewable energy projects. The organic “residents with concerns” that organize around their issues should be communicated with care and on terms that align with their values. 

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In contrast, there are a substantial number of renewables support groups in Missouri. Most of these are active on Facebook, which could be a great platform for garnering more support and activating pre-existing groups to advocate for Scopus Solar.

• Missouri Clean Energy Authority: This group works to help Missouri get powered by 100% renewable energy by 2045.
• Missouri for Clean Energy: Missouri for Clean Energy is committed to a discussion leading towards a sustainable energy future.
• Missouri Clean Energy Coalition (MCEC): MCEC’s mission is to build a clean and renewable energy economy for Missouri to reduce fossil fuel pollution, address climate disruption and create jobs. 
• Missouri Beyond Coal: This citizen-led initiative believes that Missouri should be powered by clean energy. 
• Missouri Energy Initiative: MEI is Missouri's trusted source for innovative, reliable, clean and sustainable energy information and solutions for Missouri and the world.
• Renew Missouri: Renew Missouri advances efficiency and renewable energy policy in Missouri by educating decision makers and communities on the benefits of clean energy.