Rufus, a pet and mascot of a solar installer, is dognapped out of the installer's truck while on the job. A chase ensues, but we learn that the dog, the solar installer, and the dog napper aren't quite what they seem.
True Solar Takeaways
- As of 2020, there are 20,000 military veterans in the solar industry, making up about 9% of the solar workforce.
- IREC, the Interstate Renewable Energy Council, supports veteran training programs. Get more information on these programs here.
- The Solar Ready Vets Fellowship connects mid-to-senior level transitioning service members with on-the-job training in leadership and management roles in the civilian solar workforce.
- The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has more information for solar veterans.
- GRID Alternatives is another solar job training organization that supports both veterans and non-veterans.
- The U.S. Department of Energy also has job training information and programs for military veterans.
- Here's a photo of the original Rufus with my real cat--for size comparison.
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