Women in Solar

Engineering Professional Makes Major Strides as a result of GRID Training Programs

San Diego resident Kathy Nicholson first learned about GRID while attending a Solar Photovoltaic (PV) class at Cuyacama Community College where she heard a presentation by a GRID staff member and decided to sign up to volunteer.

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A Bright Future for Outreach SolarCorps

The SolarCorps Fellowship Program is a yearlong opportunity for highly motivated individuals to serve communities in need across all departments at GRID Alternatives.

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When "We Build" together, anything is possible

Forty-five women from around the country joined together earlier this month to help build the Coyote Ridge Solar Array at GRID Colorado’s annual We Build Retreat, a weekend of service learning and networking for women in solar and related careers.

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Women in Solar Program, re-envisioned!

We are excited to announce the re-launch of our Women in Solar Program!

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WN.com - Women in Solar Program at All-Women's Solar Build

It was a beautiful, cool spring day - perfect weather for being outside and climbing up on a roof. Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of participating in an all-women residential solar installation at Bernice Rink's home in Northeast Washington, DC.

PV Tech: Movers & Shakers: Enel Green Power, SEIA, GRID Alternatives, Array Technologies, Nevada PUC

Washington D.C. has launched Solar Works DC, a three-year solar installation and job training programme for low-income bracket residents.

Washington Post: Nevertheless, We Persisted

An all-female work crew from Grid Alternatives installed a solar roof for D.C. resident Bernice Rink.

We Build: Women Power + Solar Power

“Groups of women are kind of the best when it comes to getting things done efficiently and effectively,” said Nicole Steele. We Build is an all-women’s solar installation, part of GRID Alternatives’ national Women in Solar Program, working to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive solar industry.

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Press Release: GRID Alternatives Mid-Atlantic launches effort to increase opportunities for women in the solar industry

To increase gender diversity in the local solar industry, GRID Alternatives Mid-Atlantic, a nonprofit organization that makes solar power and job training accessible to underserved communities, is hosting its first all-women's solar build in the District. This "We Build" event, sponsored by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), marks the local launch of GRID's national Women in Solar Program.

PV Mag - SEIA, GRID Alternatives launch national Women in Solar Programme

GRID Alternatives Mid-Atlantic, a subsidiary of the US’ largest non-profit solar installer, is launching its national Women in Solar programme – an effort to increase gender diversity in the solar supply chain – with the help of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA).