EARNING PUBLIC SUPPORT FOR RENEWABLE
ENERGY PROJECTS
The Davies GRP helps renewable energy developers win approvals and build local support by combining deep public affairs experience with practical engagement and communications strategies. We specialize in market research, messaging, grassroots engagement, digital strategy, media relations and crisis communications specifically for solar, wind, battery storage and other clean energy projects, exactly the expertise organizations seek when they need a PR and public affairs partner with proven renewable energy experience.
With four decades of experience advising on contentious and complex matters, Davies brings strategic clarity and tactical precision to help developers overcome local opposition, streamline permitting and earn community trust.
EMPOWERING RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVELOPERS
TO OVERCOME OPPOSITION AND SUCCEED
LET'S
TALK
CHALLENGES YOU FACE
Renewable energy initiatives, even those aligned with climate goals, often encounter obstacles that can delay approvals and undermine project success:
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Local resistance to wind or solar projects that can slow permitting and raise costs
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Safety concerns around battery energy storage systems (BESS) among nearby residents
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Misinformation about property values, environmental impacts or safety
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Permit denials, moratoriums or prolonged regulatory reviews
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Community distrust or vocal opposition that derails local support
Davies understands that strong public support, not just technical compliance, is often the deciding factor in securing approvals and maintaining project timelines
NATIONAL SUPPORT FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY*
If so popular, WHY IS IT
SO HARD to get projects approved?
0%
SOLAR
0%
LAND BASED WIND
0%
BATTERY STORAGE
*Davies 2024 National Poll on Energy
HOW DAVIES HELPS RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS SUCCEED
Tailored programs that address specific challenges and build durable support:
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Localized stakeholder mapping and listening campaigns to identify concerns and opportunities early
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Targeted outreach to regulators, community leaders and local influencers to build informed relationships
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Plain-language explanations of technical issues, especially around safety and siting, grounded in credible sources
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Rapid, fact-based responses to misinformation leveraging digital strategy and social listening
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Engagement that supports efficient permitting and pre-application outreach
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Grassroots activation and advocate cultivation that generates measurable local support and positive endorsements
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Coordinated community and media messaging that reinforces core project benefits and addresses fears constructively
These services help shape the narrative around renewable projects, turning uncertainty and opposition into understanding and advocacy.
SERVICES
Our services in issue management, public affairs and crisis communication ensure your project’s success.
Our specialization lies in crafting impactful messages and developing grassroots programs that inspire individuals and supportive voices to take meaningful action.
These capabilities reflect Davies’s broad expertise in public affairs, issue management and communications that help projects succeed from planning through approval.
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Qualitative and quantitative public opinion research to inform strategy and messaging
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Message development and content creation tailored to specific local audiences
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Community outreach and grassroots program design and activation
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Media relations and earned media placement
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Digital strategy, social listening and rapid response to misinformation
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Direct advocacy and stakeholder coordination to support approvals
RENEWABLE
ENERGY EXPERIENCE
SOLAR
STORAGE
WIND
LITHIUM
HYRODGEN
THE COMPANY
WE KEEP
Our results speak for themselves. Here are some of the industry
leaders who trust us period.
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BUILT TO WIN
WHAT MAKES US SUCCESSFUL?
It’s the fusion of passion, expertise and a relentless focus on results for our clients.
Davies team members embody our clients’ values with integrity, honesty, a dedication to customer service and an unwavering determination to succeed. Proficient in transforming intricate processes into compelling narratives, we’ve refined our skills through an extensive portfolio of hundreds of cases.
TESTIMONIAL
“Davies works quickly and digs deep when it comes to public opinion research for our projects. They are an integral part of our development process, local messaging and curating a positive first impression with the community. Our relationship continues to grow, as Davies staff consistently overperform and beat deadlines to help us stay one step ahead of challenges before they arise.”
JAMES DIVEN
SVP, Project Development
Origis Energy
“Davies earns a true seat at the decision making table on all things externally facing: PR strategy, presentation development, messaging and community engagement. Our yearslong partnership has significantly contributed to excellent community and local stakeholder relations, feature stories with national media networks and a carefully crafted brand that stands out in our industry.”
ERIC SPOMER
CEO
EnergySource Minerals
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE DAVIES
Clients rely on Davies because the firm offers:
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A proven fusion of research, messaging and grassroots activation
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Rapid, pragmatic strategies designed to achieve permitting milestones
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Expert translation of complex technical issues (like BESS safety and siting) into locally meaningful terms
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A focus on measurable outcomes: approvals, reduced opposition and documented community support
Davies’s work helps developers not just communicate but connect: building trust that turns awareness into endorsement and opposition into collaboration.
DRIVE SUCCESS WITH
STRATEGIC INSIGHTS
Davies works swiftly and thoroughly, conducting both qualitative and quantitative public opinion research that is essential for shaping our strategy and message development. Success in renewables requires more than just experience—it demands deep insights. By integrating research, psychology and public perception, we craft tailored, data-driven messages that resonate with our target audience, reflecting their values, hopes and fears and ensuring we create the perfect “First Impression” for your project.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS PROGRAM
Davies’s First Impressions Program is designed to build early trust and pave the way for successful renewable energy approvals. The core steps include:
LISTEN
FIRST
Baseline research and stakeholder interviews to understand local sentiment
CULTIVATE & ACTIVATE ACTIVISTS
Build local spokespeople and community partners
TELL YOUR STORY
Develop a clear, locally resonant narrative and FAQs
ADDRESS DREAMS & FEARS
Communicate about safety, land use and economic benefits
TARGET AUDIENCES
Prioritize residents, regulators and influencers
ASK FOR HELP
Create calls to action for hearings, letters and endorsements
RENEWABLES WORK EXAMPLES
MULTIMEDIA
STORY BOOKS
WEBSITES
DAVIES HAS WORKED
IN 41 OF 50 STATES
EXPERIENCE AND TRACK RECORD
Davies brings:
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National experience across solar, land-based wind, battery storage, lithium and hydrogen projects
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Work in 41 of 50 U.S. states, supporting renewable energy approvals and community engagement programs
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A multi-decade track record in issue management, crisis communications and public affairs strategy
Our work blends public persuasion expertise with deep understanding of local political and regulatory dynamics.
WIRED
TO WIN
OUR INSIGHTS AND STRATEGIES TRANSLATE INTO REAL-WORLD SUCCESS
Here’s how we’ve helped clients achieve their goals:
Davies works behind the scenes, executing strategic plans that position you to win and take credit period.
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