This November in Woodland, more than a dozen high school and college students worked together to install solar for a local elderly woman. This is the first of a number of installs in Yolo County that will engage youth in energy service learning projects in their community, thanks to the support of a number of local governments, Yolo County Office of Education and Woodland Community College.<\/p>\n
The partnership pairs GRID Alternatives’ mission to provide utility savings to low income families, with the Office of Education’s Project SOLAR, an initiative to bring real-world applications and hands-on experience to students in alternative energy technology, and the College’s program to provide professional development for STEM students. <\/p>\n
“GRIDs projects not only build on classroom education for students, but show students the value of their contributions” says Rebekah Casey, GRID Alternatives North Valley Development Officer. <\/p>\n
We want every aspiring young STEM professional to have the opportunity for meaningful exposure to the growing energy industry, through service. The North Valley is currently seeking sponsor and supporters to serve more students, and more families in Yolo County. You can support our work by contacting rcasey@gridalternatives.org<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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