Makerspace
Renewable Energy Lab
Our Renewable Energy Lab seeks to provide training, education, and certification in renewable energy jobs. Whether it is through sustainable construction, energy efficiency, or renewable energy storage practices, REAP aims to address the climate crisis and lower carbon emissions one job at a time.
To make this happen we need community members like you to pursue these amazing interests with us! Join our community and work on behalf of your community.
There are 2 main ways to stay engaged:
Email List: We’ll keep you posted on what’s going on.
Guild: A little more hands on, a lot like a club!
*There are lots of other things we need to help make this program a success! To learn more click here!
Our Program
REAP’s campus is 100% off the grid, so we are in the “lab” working on our renewable energy all the time. Our program takes advantage of our campus and facilities to educate the community on the science and technical skills of solar energy and battery management. We bring together our community and the renewable energy workforce industry to create opportunities to learn new skills that roll up to employment opportunities. This aligns with our mission and centers nature-based workforce development.
Career Pathways
Our inspiration for cultivating a Renewable Energy Lab was a vision of solar technology training that prepares workers to properly design, install, and maintain solar energy panels and systems. According to the 2020 Solar Jobs Census 67% of solar industry jobs are in installation and project management. Solar energy is crucial, not only in combating climate change and reducing the reliance on fossil fuels, but in providing communities an economically sustainable alternative to increase electricity efficiency and lower everyday costs.
Current Status
To get our programs up and running there are a few things that need to be established! Below are some of the key elements and where we stand in terms of getting things up and running.
It’s impassioned community members, volunteers, and funders who help us push the dial and get closer to our goals!
Program Vision
Industry Sector Analysis
Employers, Trade Organizations, and Unions
Curriculum and Class Resources
On Campus Resources and Facilities
Job Placement Resources
Funding
Status Updates Coming Soon!
Join Our Guild!
Want to get involved more deeply with REAP’s renewable energy lab? Want to meet other people passionate about making and renewable energy? Join our renewable energy guild! It’s like a club hosted by REAP for passionate people to do cool stuff!
For more information about what guilds are to REAP click here!
Other ways to get involved
We are seeking volunteers for various projects on campus! Tasks may include planting, building, spreading compost, and more! Visit our volunteering page to get started.
We are always seeking one-time gifts, DAFs & grants, and in-kind donations to help our programs! Visit our donations page for more information.
Sign up for email updates here!
For more information about this program and to explore local initiatives, visit our Renewable Energy Lab Resource page!
