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We are proud to announce honorees for the 2022 Sunshine Awards! <\/p>\n

GRID IE will uplift and honor these individuals and organizations at the Sunshine Awards and Clean Tech Training Center Launch Celebration<\/strong> taking place on Tuesday December 6th.<\/p>\n

The honorees are:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Sunshine Award for Collaboration<\/strong> goes to:<\/p>\n

Susan Gomez<\/strong>, CEO Inland Empire Community Collaborative<\/a> (IECC)<\/p>\n

For creating partnerships and working collaboratively for the greater good of Inland Empire communities.<\/p>\n

Congratulations Susan!<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Sunshine Award for Environment<\/strong> goes to:<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Robert Vance<\/strong>, Housing Director Timbisha Shoshone Tribe<\/a><\/p>\n

For advancing green practices and promoting the benefits of sustainability while creating economic wealth, mitigating environmental impacts, and acting inclusively towards all segments of society.<\/p>\n

Congratulations Robert!<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Sunshine Award for Equity and Justice<\/strong> goes to:<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Steven Leash<\/strong>, Cahuilla Public Works Department, Cahuilla Band of Mission Indians<\/a><\/p>\n

For advancing equity, building inclusion, expanding diversity, and championing justice with innovative programs and initiatives.<\/p>\n

Congratulations Steven!<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Sunshine Award for Workforce Development<\/strong> goes to:<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Casey Heiser,<\/strong> REAL Academy<\/a> Instructor, Desert Hot Springs High School<\/p>\n

For expanding access to green, clean energy careers and leadership opportunities, and connecting people that need good jobs with industries that need good people.\u00ad<\/p>\n

Congratulations Casey!<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Sunshine Award for Public Partner<\/strong> goes to:<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Mayor Michael M. Vargas<\/strong>, City of Perris<\/a><\/p>\n

For their strong advocacy of GRID programs and offering innovative solutions to inform underserved residents about renewable energy access and solar savings.<\/p>\n

Congratulations Mayor Vargas and the City of Perris!<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Sunshine Award for Corporate Partner<\/strong> goes to:<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Flor Tolley<\/strong>, Wells Fargo<\/a> VP, Senior Social Impact & Sustainability Specialist Southern California Region <\/p>\n

For the strong support and advocacy for GRID IE, both within the organization and externally to the community at large, supporting GRID IE’s sustainability and impact.<\/p>\n

Congratulations Flor and Wells Fargo!<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Sunshine Award for Solar Champion<\/strong> goes to:<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Jim Oana<\/strong>, business owner, Energized Electric<\/p>\n

For the strong support and advocacy of GRID IE’s mission and values. <\/p>\n

Congratulations Jim!<\/em><\/p>\n

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Thank you for your continued support and partnership in helping to expand the vital work we accomplish in the Inland Empire with providing no-cost solar and job training to communities and individuals who need it most. <\/p>\n

Thank you to our presenting sponsor Wells Fargo<\/strong><\/a> for the generous support that makes this event possible!<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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