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On Klensy\u2019s first day at Solar Works DC, he didn\u2019t know too much about solar. \u201cI had wanted to work in solar, but the first day, I didn\u2019t understand too much,\u201d he says, \u201cI wasn\u2019t sure what racking was, what modules were\u2026 but now, everything is so easy.\u201d Now, Klensy is a seasoned installer, working for New Columbia Solar.<\/p>\n

In fact, just one month after the completion of the 12-week program<\/a>, Klensy and 8 other Solar Works DC graduates have been hired by solar-related organizations and are working in the solar and renewable energy field. Ayaz started his installer job at Sun Run<\/a> in the beginning of January and he\u2019s already been on three different projects. \u201cThe job is going really well, everyone is really nice. I definitely see myself continuing down this career path,\u201d says Ayaz.<\/p>\n

\"Pedro<\/p>\n

“Solar Works DC is revolutionizing how the District is improving economic mobility for historically underserved and underemployed residents in a rapidly expanding solar industry,\u201d said Tommy Wells, Director of DC\u2019s Department of Energy and Environment. \u201cNine of our 22 fall graduates have already been hired by local employers, primarily in the solar industry. With its proven economic, social, and environmental impacts, I am confident Solar Works DC will continue to lead the way in innovation and excellence, while improving the quality of life for all who call this great city home.”<\/p>\n

Klensy occasionally runs into Pedro or Tyshaun, two Solar Works DC graduates who also install with New Columbia Solar. They have done jobs together, just like when they were trainees. They love their work. As Klensy says, \u201cIt\u2019s solar so, I like it a lot.\u201d<\/p>\n

GRID is thrilled with the success of the Solar Works DC job training program, and is gearing up for a Spring Solar Works DC cohort.
The application deadline has been extended to Friday, January 19th.<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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