Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)

We’re excited to announce the launch of a new #electricvehicle readiness program: Charging Smart! Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Charging Smart offers free technical assistance to local governments interested in adopting EV-friendly policies. From zoning updates to #EV incentives and beyond, our expert team is on hand to help you shepherd in the carbon-free future in your community. Learn more and get started at https://lnkd.in/eXgmsHJd! 🚘⚡

Join our team! IREC is seeking an EV Market Development Program Manager to support the Local Initiatives team in achieving aggressive goals to increase the adoption of electric vehicles (EV) and EV charging. The Program Manager will work with partners to recruit communities and provide technical assistance to local governments pursuing designation under the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)-funded Charging Smart program. Learn more & apply by August 7: https://bit.ly/4eTRb5x!

🌟 Join us for the next National Clean Energy Workforce Alliance webinar: A Community Convening on Equitable Solar Workforce Development! 🌟 📅 Date & time: Thursday, August 15, 1:30-3:30 p.m. ET 🏢 Hosted by: Midwest Renewable Energy Association and IREC 🔗 Sign-up: https://lnkd.in/eb8vVBQv This meeting will feature short presentations showcasing real-life examples of solar workforce development programs, explore the national equitable solar workforce landscape review and gap analysis, and provide interactive discussions on key topics. We are seeking presenters to share their solar workforce development experiences through a short 5-minute presentation. If you have a successful (or even a not-so-successful) program in training, workforce services, and/or Apprenticeships that centers justice and sustainability, we want to hear from you! Learn more and sign-up: Visit https://lnkd.in/epzmBtaj for more details and to sign-up for a presentation slot by July 31.

We are pleased to share that Midwest Renewable Energy Association has been recognized as an IREC Accredited Training Provider for the Job Task Analyses (JTAs) PV Associate, PV Installation, PV Technical Sales, PV Design Specialist, PV Installer Specialist, and PV Commissioning and Maintenance! The IREC standards and rigorous application process require successful applicants to demonstrate a robust approach to quality and provide evidence of how that translates into all major areas of training program operations. As a leading accrediting body for clean energy training in the U.S., IREC has accredited over 200 clean energy training programs and has certified more than 100 clean energy instructors. Learn more about how your organization can earn accreditation at https://lnkd.in/eniwT_HM.

Estamos muy emocionados de unirnos a Generac en este nuevo programa financiado por el Departamento de Energía federal para instalar energía solar y almacenamiento en hogares de bajos ingresos en Puerto Rico. IREC utilizará su experiencia en la fuerza laboral de energía limpia para identificar las necesidades y brechas de empleo para respaldar estas instalaciones de energía limpia. Revisaremos los planes de capacitación para trabajadores solares y brindaremos recomendaciones para la contratación. Para respaldar una experiencia positiva para el cliente, IREC también realizará encuestas independientes sobre el proceso de adquisición e instalación del cliente. Este último anuncio es parte del trabajo continuo del IREC para hacer que la energía limpia sea más accesible en Puerto Rico y apoyar la resiliencia comunitaria. Estamos orgullosos de ser parte de este esfuerzo con Generac, PathStone Corporation y otros socios.

We’re thrilled to join Generac in this new program funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to install solar and storage on low-income households in Puerto Rico. IREC will use its expertise on the clean energy workforce to identify employment needs and gaps to support these clean energy installations. We will review training plans for solar workers and provide recommendations for recruitment. To support a positive customer experience, IREC will also lead independent surveys on the customer acquisition and installation process. This latest announcement is part of IREC’s ongoing work to make clean energy more widely accessible in Puerto Rico and support community resilience. We’re proud to be part of this effort with Generac, PathStone Corporation, and other partners.

We are pleased to share that Indiana Community Action Association has been recognized as an IREC Accredited Training Provider for the Job Task Analyses (JTAs) Energy Auditor, Crew Leader, Retrofit Installer Technician, and Quality Control Inspector! The IREC standards and rigorous application process require successful applicants to demonstrate a robust approach to quality and provide evidence of how that translates into all major areas of training program operations. As a leading accrediting body for clean energy training in the U.S., IREC has accredited over 200 clean energy training programs and has certified more than 100 clean energy instructors. Learn more about how your organization can earn accreditation at https://lnkd.in/eniwT_HM.

Ambitious solar targets and incentives are driving significant solar and energy storage growth nationwide. The permitting and inspection of solar PV and battery energy storage systems is becoming a growing part of the workload for building officials. Understanding what makes a safe installation is critical to interpreting code and to accurately and efficiently review a permit application or conduct a field inspection. Stay informed and confident as the energy industry transforms with these free resources! Preparing to Inspect Your First PV System (Article): Learn PV system components, relevant codes and standards, and permitting and inspection guides: https://lnkd.in/eWQFG_Ru Plan Review and Permitting for Residential PV Systems (CEU Bearing Courses): Get to know the primary tasks to perform and confirm the code compliance of most residential roof-mounted PV systems prior to issuing a permit in this easy to follow 12-part course series: https://lnkd.in/gemmuZeT

As a national leader in regulatory policy for distributed energy resources, IREC helps policymakers fight climate change by integrating and optimizing clean energy in the grid. Through regulatory engagement, technical assistance, and model rules, we build consensus-based solutions and provides independent, fact-based policy leadership.💡🔆 Here’s how we're making a difference: 1️⃣ Connecting to the Grid: Working with states across the country to make connecting DERs to the grid more efficient and affordable. 2️⃣ Grid Modernization: Guiding updates and optimization of our aging electric grid infrastructure. 3️⃣ Smart Inverters: Integrating advanced inverter technology for better grid support. 4️⃣ Energy Storage: Developing guidance for foundational regulatory policies to enable energy storage growth. 5️⃣ Clean Energy Technical Standards: Setting and implementing standards for distributed clean energy. 6️⃣ Shared Renewables: Expanding access to community and multifamily solar projects. Join us in shaping a clean energy future! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dEUwSda

We are pleased to share that Kankakee Community College has been recognized as an IREC Accredited Training Provider for the Job Task Analysis PV Installation Professional! The IREC standards and rigorous application process require successful applicants to demonstrate a robust approach to quality and provide evidence of how that translates into all major areas of training program operations. As a leading accrediting body for clean energy training in the U.S., IREC has accredited over 200 clean energy training programs and has certified more than 100 clean energy instructors. Learn more about how your organization can earn accreditation at https://lnkd.in/eniwT_HM.