Google co-founder Sergey Brin, a prominent supporter of left-leaning initiatives, has contributed millions of dollars to Rewiring America, an organization advocating for electrification policies and closely aligned with the Biden administration. Brin's philanthropic arm, the Sergey Brin Family Foundation, granted $4.5 million to the Windward Fund, specifically designated for Rewiring America's operational expenses in 2021. This represents the largest publicly known donation to the organization since its inception in 2020.
Rewiring America's mission is to combat climate change and stimulate economic growth through widespread electrification, particularly within residential settings, including promoting electric stoves over gas alternatives. The organization's research has played a role in recent efforts to limit gas stove usage, with a study linking childhood asthma to gas stoves gaining attention from officials like Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm.
Rewiring America emphasizes the environmental and health advantages of electric stoves, citing their lack of fossil fuel combustion and the associated release of pollutants. The organization highlights research indicating that methane leaks from gas stoves have a significant environmental impact.
As a project of the Windward Fund, which operates under the Arabella Advisors network, Rewiring America's funding sources are not fully transparent. Limited public information reveals additional contributions from organizations such as the Rockefeller Brothers Fund and the Climate Imperative Foundation.
Rewiring America maintains strong connections with the Biden administration and Democratic legislators. Its co-founders have participated in White House events related to climate change and electrification. The administration has also publicly acknowledged Rewiring America's involvement in initiatives aimed at reducing energy costs and promoting electrification.
Brin's substantial contribution to Rewiring America likely positions him as a major funder of the organization. His family foundation also supports other environmental groups, including CarbonPlan, the ClimateWorks Foundation, and the Rocky Mountain Institute.
