Union Members

Learn

Pursue Specialized Training – Enroll in renewable energy certifications or apprenticeships focused on solar PV, wind turbines, battery storage, and EV charging. Participate in NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) training or IBEW/NECA renewable energy courses.

Stay Informed On Trends – Follow updates from the Department of Energy and stay tuned to Power Your Communities’ news section. Subscribe to industry publications like PV Tech, Utility Dive, or Renewable Energy World.

Understand Local Benefits of Renewables – Learn how renewable projects contribute to local tax revenues, create jobs, and America’s energy independence.

Share

Tell Your Story – Speak publicly or on social media about personal experiences working on renewable projects and how they support good-paying union jobs.

Educate Fellow Members – Host lunch-and-learns, union hall meetings, or peer-led workshops to share knowledge about upcoming projects and career opportunities in clean energy.

Promote In Workforce Programs – Use opportunities to speak or teach at technical colleges or high school trade programs to promote careers in union-led renewable energy work.

Engage

Advocate at the State & Local Level – Stay abreast of renewable energy projects proposals in your region and get proactive with policymakers that have buy-in. Meet with local officials to push for project labor agreements (PLAs) on renewable projects and advocate for strong labor standards in energy bills.

Join or Lead Coalitions – Collaborate with climate groups, labor-environment alliances, or local energy coalitions to align goals.

Engage in Public Comment Processes – Show up at townhalls to speak or submit comments on proposed renewable energy projects, emphasizing the importance of skilled labor and long-term local employment.