Tag: The Solar Foundation
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Solar Saves Lives campaign launches to power Puerto Rico’s critical energy infrastructure
The Solar Foundation is partnering with the Clinton Foundation, major humanitarian organizations, and a wide range of solar energy companies to mount an industry-wide relief effort to help restore electricity in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The new effort, Solar Saves Lives, will organize deliveries of solar andRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Study shows where solar industry diversity falls short
Not a newsflash: White guys have it better than women and people of color when it comes to job opportunities and pay. What is noteworthy is the new research from The Solar Foundation in partnership with the Solar Energy Industries Association’s Women’s Empowerment Committee that provides statistically significant evidence ofRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Head to The Solar Foundation’s Summer Solstice networking fundraiser (promo code for discount here)
Join Solar Builder at The Solar Foundation’s 7th annual Summer Solstice. This fundraiser brings together partners, allies, and friends to enjoy a beautiful summer night in Washington, D.C. and celebrate the benefits of solar energy. On the evening of June 22, celebrate and network with leaders in policy, government, industry,Read More — Solar Builder magazine
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Lack of qualified workers hurting solar installer growth, says new report
Two-thirds of solar installation firms report that difficulty finding qualified applicants is increasing costs and impacting their ability to grow, according to a new research report released by The Solar Foundation, National Administrator of the Solar Training Network. The report also shows that increased investment in post-hire training could reduceRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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New hyper local solar job data: What U.S. cities saw the biggest increases?
New data shows solar employment increased by a historic 25 percent nationwide from 2015 to 2016, for a total of 260,077 solar workers, according to The Solar Foundation. This growth occurred across all regions of the country — the number of solar jobs increased in 44 of the 50 states fromRead More — Solar Builder magazine