From energy basics to the latest technology innovations, learn how solar energy can power your world - and why it matters.
How does solar work for schools? Is the technology reliable? How much does it cost? Why do some schools have solar while others do not? Find the answers to these questions (and more!) in this module so you can better understand if, how, and why, solar can work for your school.
Tour the components of a roof-mounted and ground-mounted solar array through this interactive Google Slideshow.
Solar energy dashboards can reveal an amazing story about how solar panels are performing at any given moment. In this self-guided module, you will first analyze graphs of solar production to form conclusions about seasonal and weather patterns. Then, you will apply your understanding to make predictions about future production.
What does a solar professional actually do, and what qualifications are needed to get a job in the solar industry? In this lesson, you will explore a variety of solar jobs – including pay ranges, job responsibilities, and required certifications – and discover pathways for career growth.
"I feel like seeing solar up close makes it matter more...we use solar in our everyday lives."
Resources for clean energy careers, such as career maps for many types of renewable energy (solar, wind, bioenergy, fuel cells, and more) are available on this website.
Renewable energy jobs – such as Wind Turbine Service Technician and Solar Photovoltaic Installer – are some of the fastest-growing occupations in the country. Using this Occupational Handbook, students can explore the pay scales, responsibilities, and training requirements of a wide variety of renewable energy careers.
Explore how solar technology converts sunlight into electricity.
Build skills to stand out in the clean energy workforce.
Generate ideas and inspiration by seeing what other Solar Empowered Schools are doing.
