Recently, Remote Energy selected two organizations in Africa to form a partnership and deliver a pilot training program for new female Solar Educators.
Read MoreWorldwide, the need for solar technicians is growing. In 2018, the global employment in the solar PV sector was 3.6 million people and IRENA is projecting that by 2050 there will be a 5X growth in the sector, employing around 18.7 million people. Countries are increasing renewable energy targets and committing to rural electrification to reduce the impacts of climate change. To reach the number of qualified solar technicians needed to meet the worldwide renewable energy targets, a focus on high-quality training for new solar educators is essential.
Read MoreIn March the world celebrates and honors the social, political, economic and technical achievements of women. Remote Energy and our partners from WISEe in Kenya joined the global celebration by holding an all-women, hands-on, technical PV training in Kenya.
Read MoreIn Sierra Leone, a team of women solar technicians can now be found installing off-grid lighting and cell phone charging systems on maternal health clinics - bringing light to women’s births deliveries and newborn care and providing communication for the midwives when help is needed.
Read MoreThis #International Women’s Day, and everyday, Remote Energy is working to change the face of the solar industry! #BreaktheBias. Remote Energy’s flagship Global Solar Women's Program is designed by and for professional women trainers and educators.
Read MoreWe will be sharing testimonials from some of the powerful, dedicated, women who took the leap and joined our Women’s Only Solar Online Training. These women are role models and have visions for creating a more sustainable and equitable industry in their countries.
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