UL Lafayette tapped to lead solar energy workforce project
The U.S. Department of Energy has selected UL Lafayette to lead a statewide initiative designed to expand the solar energy workforce in underrepresented communities and create jobs. (Photo by Doug Dugas / University of Louisiana at Lafayette)
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is among 12 entities across the country – and the only university – selected for a $13.5 million Department of Energy initiative designed to expand the solar energy workforce and create jobs in underrepresented communities.
UL Lafayette earned a $1 million grant as part of the initiative, which also included awards to industry, tribal organizations, unions…