SOLAR HISTORY 101: Today, in 1974, President Gerald Ford establishes the Energy Research and Development Administration (ERDA). A forerunner to government programs investing in renewable energy. #solarhistory101 . If you'd like to learn more about Solar and join the solar workforce, please enroll in one of IBEW's Renewable Energy Fund's multiple training programs around the city of Chicago and Illinois. . The IBEW's Renewable Energy Fund is a Training and Education non-profit organization focusing on workforce development and career pathways in the electrical construction industry. The REF serves historically underserved populations, environmental justice communities, foster care alums, and criminal justice-involved returning citizens. . #IBEW #solar #solarenergy #solarworkforce #solarfaq #solarfuture #solarjobs
Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund
Civic and Social Organizations
Chicago, Illinois 313 followers
About us
The Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund (REF) promotes the safe, productive and sustainable growth of renewable energy systems in Illinois through community partnerships, stakeholder engagement and educational services. The REF, in partnership with ComEd, has developed a Craft Apprenticeship Program to empower and engage the next generation of electricians and renewable energy workers with an emphasis on and goal to increase the adoption of renewable energy systems. Partner organizations, community colleges, high and junior high schools will have the opportunity to offer specific job training to individuals who then can apply and enter into IBEW apprenticeship programs throughout the State of Illinois. In order to address all of the stakeholders in the renewable energy industry the REF facilitates training for electrical and building inspectors, elected officials, firefighters/first responders, contractors, developers, educators and the general public.
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ibewref.org
External link for Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, Illinois
- Type
- Educational
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2722 S MARTIN LUTHER KING DR
Chicago, Illinois 60616, us
Employees at Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund
Updates
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SUMMER SOLAR CLASS OF 2024! As we had head into Fall, we must look back on what a great Summer Solar Class we had this year. 70 students graduated and 70 students are in the field working as pre-apprentices! One student has already recieved their letter of acceptance to Local 134’s apprenticeship program! Congrats to every graduate we wish you luck in your new career! Also a huge thanks to @poweringchicago for all of your continuing support! ☀️☀️☀️ . If you’d like to learn more about Solar electricity and join the solar workforce, please enroll in one of the IL IBEW Renewable Energy Fund’s multiple training programs around the city of Chicago and Illinois. . The IL IBEW Renewable Energy Fund is a Training and Education non-profit organization focusing on workforce development and career pathways in the electrical construction industry. The REF serves historically underserved populations, environmental justice communities, foster care alums, and criminal justice-involved returning citizens. . #IBEW #iberref #renewableenergy #ibewrenewableenergyfund #solar #solarenergy #solarworkforce #solarfaq #solarfuture #solarjobs #ibewsolar #energytransition #workforcedevelopment
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World Mental Health Day: Mental Health awareness is critical to our communities. This mental health day, take a moment check in with yourself and those around you. Construction is a demanding and challenging industry in which many strong people struggle with stress, anxiety, and other challenges. Open up lines of communication by asking how someone is and letting them know they are not alone in whatever they are working through. Check on your strong friends.
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The REF is tackling climate change to preserve our local landmarks! . #jokes #justjokes #butseriously