Paonia, CO, September 29, 2022 — Today Solar Energy International (SEI) introduced it has achieved Bronze certification via the Diversity Equity Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) Certification Program from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). Earning this certification demonstrates SEI’s dedication to making a extra inclusive and numerous office and tradition within the solar trade.
“We are dedicated to creating an equitable workplace, inclusive learning environment, and sustainable economy where diversity is a pillar in everything we do. We believe that it is important for our organization, from leadership throughout all employees, to do the necessary internal work that sets a foundation for our DEIJ vision. To that end we have conducted cultural roadmap sessions, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion workshops, and departmental trainings that have helped define short term DEI goals and build the values within the culture”, stated Matthew Harris, SEI’s Director of Business Development – Latin America.
The SEIA on-line program was designed by Diversity Certified Professionals and makes use of evidence-based approaches to enhance range practices inside corporations. The program guides members via a broad vary of modules on range matters, requiring them to finish actions that assist create a extra inclusive work surroundings, serve the communities they work in, and entice, rent, promote, and retain numerous expertise. Companies earn ranges of certification by finishing every sequence of modules, serving to energy companies and organizations make progress from wherever they’re on their DEIJ journey.
Alongside SEIA’s certification, SEI has additionally established a code of conduct for employees, college students and instructors that goals to foster applicable conduct amongst all people throughout our courses. Additionally, SEI continues to be an ally to the expansion of the trade, working with funders, donors and companions on scholarship funds and tasks that present equitable entry to SEI’s coaching for underrepresented teams within the solar trade.
About SEI
Solar Energy International (SEI) empowers college students, alumni, and companions to broaden a various, inclusive, well-trained and educated solar electrical energy workforce. Our purpose is to advertise sustainable financial development, mitigate local weather change, and assist energy independence. For extra info, please go to SEI.
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