The solar industry is slated to expand exponentially with the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which makes historic investments in solar energy. Some reports suggest that the industry could employ more than one million Americans by 2030. According to the Interstate Renewable Energy Council’s (IREC) 2021 National Solar Job Census, the […]
Category: Recent Press Releases
Neha Palmer joins WRISE Board of Directors
Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) is excited to welcome Neha Palmer to their Board of Directors. As a new board member, Neha will support the growing programs now offered across the full spectrum of renewable energy. Neha is the CEO of TeraWatt Infrastructure, which develops and owns large-scale electric vehicle charging […]
Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) and GRID Alternatives announce winners of solar fellowship
The eight Rising Solar Fellows selected are aspiring solar professionals looking to pursue a career in renewable energy WRISE and GRID Alternatives today announced the 2021 Rising Solar Fellowship recipients. The fellowship is an opportunity for individuals from diverse backgrounds who are interested in solar careers to network, receive mentorship and professional development. Part of […]
WRISE launches Speakers Bureau to support increased diversity in renewable energy public discourse
Newly launched public database provides conference organizers with access to qualified diverse speakers for public engagements. Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainability (WRISE) launched its new Speakers Bureau today. The Speakers Bureau is a public, searchable database of qualified speakers willing to speak, present and engage on renewable energy topics. The database will be an […]
WRISE announces 2021 Rudd Mayer Fellowship and Wind at Our Backs recipients
The eight awardees will be recognized at WRISE virtual luncheon happening next month Brooklyn, NY —WRISE has selected six 2021 Rudd Mayer Memorial Fellows and two 2021 Wind at Our Backs Scholars. Each year, WRISE awards fellowships on a competitive basis to women and other underrepresented genders who are college students or recent graduates. The […]
WRISE announces Keynote Speakers for 2021 Virtual Leadership Forum
Leaders from across the renewable industry will connect virtually this February for the inspiring event Brooklyn, NY — Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) announced a dynamic lineup of keynote speakers for the upcoming Leadership Forum taking place virtually on February 15-18. The 2021 WRISE Leadership Forum Keynote Speakers are: Nwamaka Agbo, Founder […]
WRISE welcomes four renewable industry leaders to board of directors
Brooklyn, NY — Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) announced today that Becky Diffen, Lan Adair Sasa, Daniela Toleva and Yoomin Hong have joined the organization’s board of directors. These new board members represent the renewable industry at-large and bring new perspectives and expertise to support the growing programs now offered across the […]
Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) and GRID Alternatives announce winners of solar fellowship
The eight Rising Women Solar Fellows selected to participate this year’s virtual North American Smart Energy Week for networking and career development as part of both organizations’ workforce diversity efforts Brooklyn, NY —WRISE and GRID Alternatives today announced their selection of eight women for the 2020 Rising Women Solar Fellowship. The fellowship is an opportunity […]
Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) announces 2020 Rudd Mayer Fellowship and Wind at Our Backs recipients
The eight awardees will be recognized at WRISE virtual luncheon happening later this month Brooklyn, NY —WRISE has selected six 2020 Rudd Mayer Memorial Fellows and two 2020 Wind at Our Backs Scholars. Each year, WRISE awards fellowships on a competitive basis to women college students or recent graduates. The fellowship honors wind industry pioneer […]
Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) and GRID Alternatives announce winners of solar fellowship
Six Rising Women SPI Fellows selected to attend this year’s Solar Power International for networking and career development as part of both organizations’ workforce diversity efforts Brooklyn, NY —WRISE and GRID Alternatives today announced their selection of six women for the 2019 Rising Women SPI Fellowship. The fellowship is an opportunity for women from […]