California regulators approve $1.9 billion investment plan for zero-emission vehicle infrastructure
The plan is set to create the most extensive charging and hydrogen refueling network in the country.
SunPower Foundation announces new grants to increase clean energy access
To make residential solar a realistic option for low-income consumers, SunPower Foundation announced three new grant programs to fund nonprofit organizations advancing domestic clean energy equity.
Clark State to offer paid training program at Big Plain Solar project
Students and interns can learn solar fundamentals and gain an understanding of various components, system architectures, and applications for solar systems.
Chicago solar workforce training program honors graduates
Reactivate’s inaugural cohort was trained in solar installation and design based on the criteria of NABCEP PV Associate certification.
By 2035 IRA will drive $200 billion in solar wages
A new report by Dartmouth and Princeton University found that solar and wind project developers stand to reap significant cost savings by using U.S.-manufactured components and paying workers fair wages, thanks to investments tied to the Inflation Reduction Act.
Southern Florida college to fill gap for more certified solar workers
St. Petersburg College recently partnered with the University of Central Florida’s Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC), the first solar energy apprenticeship program registered with the U.S. Department of Labor.
Proposal filed for 500 MW of Louisiana industrial solar and workforce development
A $27 million workforce development program and $55 million carbon-impacted community resilience was proposed by Distributed Sun.
Nonprofit receives renewed commitment from Bank of America for solar fellowship
To date, Bank of America has provided $2.2 million in total funding to Grid Alternatives and has supported 200 fellows in their career advancement.
RFI alert: DOE seeks input on building the solar manufacturing workforce
The Solar Energy Technologies Office is interested in hearing from manufacturers, suppliers, education and training providers, community-based organizations, and workers’ rights organizations.
Northeast workforce training for offshore wind, distributed solar
Young adults are turning their attention to careers in environmental studies, including renewable energy development roles.
