The Solar Opportunities and Readiness Initiative
The SOAR initiative engages solar industry leaders, certified training providers and career development networks to strengthen veteran solar career pathways. A range of national high-impact capacity building efforts align veteran talent and skills with industry workforce needs as solar continues to lead job growth in the American energy sector.
Our Objectives:
POSITIVE CONNECTIONS
FOR POWERFUL CAREERS
Expand access to training, credentialing, professional development and employment opportunities
INDUSTRY-EDUCTATION PARTNERSHIPS
Catalyze strategic partnerships between solar employers and community college training programs
STANDARDIZE SOLAR
WORK-BASED LEARNING
Develop and register a formalized apprenticeship program
for solar employers nationwide
FAST-TRACK VETERANS’
SOLAR CREDENTIALS
Streamline pathways to NABCEP certification based on military experience and demonstrated qualifications
EXPAND GI BILL ELIGIBILITY
Work with Veterans Affairs to enable use of GI Bill benefits for costs associated with solar certifications