African Americans’ Impact on the Renewable Energy Movement BlogBy Constance ThompsonFebruary 25, 2022By Constance Thompson February 25, 2022 One year and nine months ago, the public lynching of a black man, George Floyd, (re)ignited an unprecedented movement to intentionally dismantle a social construct in our country that many consider the “original sin” and haunts every aspect of citizens’ ability to truly experience liberty and justice for all. …
A Conversation with Navajo Power on Leading the Transition to Renewable Energy in Tribal Communities BlogBy Constance ThompsonJanuary 11, 2022By Constance Thompson January 11, 2022 In 2018, a group of Native entrepreneurs founded Navajo Power, a Public Benefit Corporation that develops utility-scale clean energy projects on tribal lands. Navajo Power is organized around the company’s core principles, which include a mission to maximize the community benefits of its projects, democratize clean energy for all,…
Exploring the Intersection of Gender, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Renewable Energy Industry BlogBy Constance ThompsonNovember 5, 2021By Constance Thompson November 5, 2021 Many people have heard the data and business case for a diverse and inclusive workforce and its positively transformational impacts on a company’s culture, innovation, and profit margins. Yet, we don’t often hear directly from those at the forefront – the people who demographically represent this change and the…
Renewable Power Perspectives Q&A with Katie Garza, Co-Founder and COO, Lyssy Energy BlogBy Constance ThompsonOctober 7, 2021By Constance Thompson October 7, 2021 The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to share the next installment in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog series. Each installment features industry leaders and topics related to accelerating an equitable and just transition to a renewable energy economy. In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, ACORE is…
Renewable Power Perspectives Q&A with Laura Zapata, Co-Founder of Clearloop BlogBy Constance ThompsonSeptember 24, 2021By Constance Thompson September 24, 2021 The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to share the next installment in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog series. Each installment features industry leaders and topics related to accelerating an equitable and just transition to a renewable energy economy. In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our September…
Renewable Power Perspectives Q&A with Ally Mendoza, CEO of SUNTEX BlogBy Constance ThompsonSeptember 16, 2021By Constance Thompson September 16, 2021 The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to share the fourth installment in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog series. Each installment features industry leaders and topics related to accelerating an equitable and just transition to a renewable energy economy. In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our September…
Renewable Power Perspectives Q&A with Robert “A.J.” Patton, CEO of 548 Capital, LLC. BlogBy Constance ThompsonAugust 31, 2021By Constance Thompson August 31, 2021 The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to share the third installment in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog series. Each installment features industry leaders and topics related to accelerating an equitable and just transition to a renewable energy economy. In recognition of National Black Business Month, our August…
Renewable Power Perspectives Q&A with Kevin Butler, Founder & CEO of Sole Trader Renewable Energy BlogBy Constance ThompsonAugust 30, 2021By Constance Thompson August 30, 2021 The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to share the second installment in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog series. Each installment will feature industry leaders and topics related to accelerating an equitable and just transition to a renewable energy economy. In recognition of National Black Business Month, our…
Renewable Power Perspectives Q&A with Kristal Hansley, Founder & CEO of WeSolar, Inc. BlogBy Constance ThompsonAugust 27, 2021By Constance Thompson August 27, 2021 The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to share the first installment in our “Accelerating Renewables ” blog series. Each installment will feature industry leaders and topics related to accelerating an equitable and just transition to a renewable energy economy. In recognition of National Black Business Month,…
