900,000 Opportunities to Advance Equity in the Clean Energy Economy
President Biden is right: When you think of climate action, you should think jobs. In order to fully decarbonize our electric grid by 2035, the solar workforce must reach 900,000 Americans. This is an historic opportunity, but we must take steps to ensure that workforce reflects the diversity of our country and allow the rising tide of the solar industry to lift all boats.
SEIA Statement on Chairman Phillips Nomination to Serve on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following is a statement from Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) on the nomination of DC PSC Chairman Willie Phillips to serve on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Nearly 750 U.S. Solar Companies Unite for Long-Term Federal Policy Certainty
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nearly 750 companies from across the U.S. solar supply chain sent a letter to Congress today urging action on policies that drive clean energy deployment and help us tackle the climate crisis.
The Value of a Solar Job
As leaders in the solar energy industry, we know that every solar panel we install brings us one step closer to stopping the worst effects of the climate crisis. However, in order to meet this moment, the solar sector needs a strong, diverse and talented workforce to power our clean energy future. Because our employees are the backbone of our industry, we are committed to creating high quality, well-paying, stable jobs that families can count on.
California Passes Technical Fixes to Reduce the Cost of Solar Project Financing
SACRAMENTO, Calif. and WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following is a statement from Rick Umoff, senior director and counsel, California at the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA).
Leading by Example: Powering Schools and Public Infrastructure with Solar and Storage
As the White House and Congress work on infrastructure and budget legislation, families across the country are getting ready for their kids to go back to school. We now have a real opportunity to lead by example and make significant investments in clean energy infrastructure that can power our public facilities, like schools, for decades to come.
Solar Industry Comment on White House Call for Solar Investments
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today President Biden and the U.S. Department of Energy released an Issue Brief on solar energy research, deployment and workforce priorities. The report details a number of priorities that are important to the solar industry.
California Energy Commission Advances Requirement for Multifamily Housing and Commercial Buildings to Include Solar and Storage
SACRAMENTO, Calif. and WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today the California Energy Commission (CEC) voted to send the 2022 California Energy Code to the California Building Standards Commission. The rules include a requirement that new California buildings be equipped with solar and storage. They apply to multifamily and nonresidential buildings, such as office buildings, schools, restaurants, apartments, and more.
House Letter Calls on Leadership to Include Clean Energy Priorities in Infrastructure Package
A group of lawmakers, led by Representatives Blumenauer, Levin, Barragán, McEachin and Crow, sent a letter to House leadership urging them to ensure clean energy tax provisions are included in the upcoming infrastructure package.
Solar Industry Statement on the August 2021 Petition for Solar Tariffs
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following is a statement from John Smirnow, vice president of market strategy and general counsel at the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) on the August 2, 2021 Section 201 petition:
American Climate Leadership: A Long-Term Commitment to Clean Energy
If Congress prioritizes smart, long-term solar policies, we can tackle the climate crisis and ensure a bright future for generations of Americans to come.
Solar Industry Statement on Bipartisan Infrastructure Agreement
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following is a statement from Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) on the bipartisan infrastructure agreement.