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America’s electricity demand is growing again and U.S. businesses are turning to solar.? ? According to SEIA’s 2024 #SolarMeansBiz report, American companies have installed nearly 40 GW of onsite and off-site #solar.? ? Why? Because it’s good for their bottom line.? ? The flexibility and dispatchability of #solar + #storage make it ideal for a wide range of commercial applications and, at the end of the day, solar is the most cost-effective way to produce energy in human history.? ? SEIA President and CEO?Abby Hopper writes:? ? “Some of the largest industrial and data operations in the world continue turning to solar and storage as a reliable, low-cost way to power their operations. These industry giants are investing in solar through a diverse range of applications, including onsite and off-site installations, on carports, paired with storage, or even as an anchor tenant for a community solar project.”? ? Check out the Solar Energy Industries Association's?2024 #SolarMeansBiz report for more on why U.S. businesses investing in solar at record levels:? https://lnkd.in/esP8f3Ym?

The flexibility and dispatchability of #solar + #storage make it ideal for a wide range of commercial applications and, at the end of the day, solar is the most cost-effective way to produce energy.? Read below: Solar Energy Industries Association's 2024 #SolarMeansBiz report showcases why U.S. businesses are investing in solar at record levels: https://lnkd.in/esP8f3Ym

NEW: Companies across the U.S. are investing in record-levels of #solar and energy #storage to power their operations. U.S. businesses have installed nearly 40 GW of #solar capacity and 1.8 GWh of energy #storage — with much, much on the way. Read SEIA's #SolarMeansBiz report for more on the corporate solar sector and the top #solar adopters among U.S. businesses: https://lnkd.in/et3x9dAm

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It's #NationalApprenticeshipWeek! And SEIA has tons of resources to help businesses develop their apprenticeship programs ?? FIRST: Don't miss SEIA's webinar today at noon! We'll cover the tools and tips that companies need to meet the IRA's Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship requirements. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/e8dnR46C THEN: Sign up for FREE apprenticeship assistance through the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) and SEIA's ACE Network: https://lnkd.in/eVe4JFe3 Apprenticeships in #solar + #storage are training the next generation of clean energy leaders and SEIA is here to help. #NAW2024 #apprenticeships

Don't miss Arizona Solar Energy Industries Association (AriSEIA)'s 2024 Arizona Energy Future Conference next week! Join businesses, academics, policy advocates, elected officials, and more in Phoenix! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQf83xms

Solar played a much bigger role in the 2024 election than you might realize. Hear from SEIA's Charles Bolden about the many #solar and #storage champions joining the 119th Congress ??

Highlights from COP29 Azerbaijan 14 November - Preparing Today’s Workforce for a Greener Tomorrow Join us for an in-depth discussion on the urgent need to equip today’s workforce with the skills required for a thriving green economy. Industry leaders will share insights on creating impactful career pathways, training programs, and opportunities that meet the growing demand within renewable energy sectors. Discover how strategic workforce development can foster economic resilience, enhance diversity, and establish sustainable careers that accelerate the clean energy transition. Speakers: Abby Hopper, President & CEO, Solar Energy Industries Association Debapriya Dutt, Director Projects, South & Southeast Asia, EARTHDAY.ORG Organizers: We Don't Have Time Solar Energy Industries Association Watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/dkuJ3nGw or Follow all sessions on: https://lnkd.in/d3FncYpG

Mark your calendars: Next week is National Apprenticeship Week! We're excited to support several upcoming educational webinars (see links in the comments to register)! IREC and IWSI America's new Registered Apprenticeship Learning Lunch Series will be a comprehensive overview of Registered Apprenticeships spread over the next year, with the first webinar on Wednesday, Nov. 20. Also: Join Solar Energy Industries Association for a half-day workshop on Navigating the Inflation Reduction Act's Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements on Monday, Nov. 18. Also on Monday, we invite both job seekers and employers to join us for Youth and Young Adult Apprenticeship Day to explore how the American Climate Corps and registered apprenticeship programs can open doors for diverse youth to enter this growing field and contribute to our nation’s ambitious energy goals. Finally, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and U.S. Department of Labor will host a Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship “How To” webinar on Thursday, Nov. 21. Save your spots now! #NAW2024 #ApprenticeshipUSA

As world leaders gather in Baku for #COP29, SEIA is attending for the first time, lending its voice and expertise to this urgent conversation. Read how SEIA is working to strengthen American energy leadership at #COP29: https://lnkd.in/dcVUGrfA