Empowering The Solar Workforce
We train individuals and companies in Illinois for careers in solar energy, focusing on installations, design, sales, and maintenance of photovoltaic systems.
Members of our Board
Richie Darling - Treasurer
Kyle Barber - President
Rene Dulle - Board Member
Joel Blair - Board Member
Sam Freidhof - Board Member
Solar Workforce Development is proudly a majority veteran owned non-profit organization
Founders Richie Darling and Kyle Barber
Interim Executive Director - Chris Miller
Having Fun at our Weekend Training Retreat!
Our Contracted Trainers
We contract only the most qualified trainers to teach your trainees and professionals to prepare them for their careers in the solar industry and other energy transition fields.
Darren Carroll - Licensed Electrician
Corey Basfield - Union Electrician
Kyle Barber - Solar Professional
Richie Darling - Workforce Training Administrator
Sam Freidhof - Solar Professional
Elan Hartmann - Energy Educator
Terry Woods - Solar Electrician/Installer
Joel Blair - Solar Professional
Keirvan Davidson - Solar Professional
Jen Gibson - Clean Energy Basics/Climate Change Consultant
Our Location
Located in Illinois, we provide training for individuals and companies in the solar energy sector, focusing on installations, design, sales, and maintenance.
Address
331 South Saint Louis St, Sparta, IL 62286
Contact Us
Reach out for inquiries about solar energy training and support.
Training
Empowering individuals for solar energy careers.
Support
solarworkforcedevelopment@gmail.com
314-669-4650
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