Offering pre-apprenticeship programs in trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical and masonry, North Chicago-based YouthBuild Lake County is now piloting a national effort to create clean-energy ...

Aaron Nichols got certified in solar installation a year ago when he was unsure of his career path. Now he has a marketing job for a solar company that offers flexibility and career mobility. This ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — It's that time of year when some folks may be thinking about the environment a bit more than usual. Some may even decide to start recycling or use some form of renewable ...

The future of solar module design will be heavier, not lighter. With hail and extreme weather events increasing, module manufacturers are expected to shift toward thicker glass to improve impact ...

Demand for solar jobs is growing in response to clean-energy goals and government incentives. Many entry-level solar jobs don't require higher education, and they offer on-the-job training. This ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Rooftop solar has become one of the fastest-growing clean ...

In response to the growing demand for clean energy and the skilled workforce it requires, YouthBuild Lake County has been chosen as one of three local YouthBuild ...

After spending over $700 a month on electricity, I decided to build my own solar system. A company had quoted me $90,000 for a smaller installation, which wasn't feasible. Through research, I ...

Unless installing solar on every home in a new housing development, it's rare that a contractor will complete the same project twice. Power needs, ...