Zach Sprau: Project Manager of United Solar Initiative
Zach Sprau recently received his Master’s degree from Appalachian State University, and is the head project coordinator for United Solar Initiative’s project with the Hospitality House, a homeless shelter in Boone, NC. Here, he talks about his experience with USI and what he hopes to do with solar energy in his future career endeavors. USI: […]
Cole Anderson: Project Manager for Yes! Solar Solutions
20th Mar 2017 Cole Anderson graduated from Appalachian State University in the spring of 2014, and following his graduation, joined students from ASU and volunteers from USI on a trip to Nicaragua to work on solar projects in communities there. He specifically worked in San Ramón and helped install solar panels on a local art […]
Larry Bleymir Gomez: Tourism and Publicity Coordinator for Sister Communities of San Ramón, Nicaragua
USI: Can you describe your role with the Sisterhood Communities of San Ramon? How did you get involved with them? Larry Bleymir: It has been almost two years since I started working for Sister Communities of San Ramon (SCSRN), a non-profit organization. My current position is Coordinator of Tourism and Advertisement. Every year, we offer […]
Stephen Kalland: Executive Director of NC Clean Energy Technology Center
Stephen Kalland has worked with energy efficiency and renewable energy for over 20 years. His work with the North Carolina Clean Energy Center includes public policy as well as workforce and economic development. Here, Steve speaks to the solar momentum in North Carolina as well as how the next generation should continue to look forward. […]
Davis Plunkett: Project Coordinator at Strata Solar and UNC-Chapel Hill Graduate
UNC-Chapel Hill graduate David Plunkett currently works for Strata Solar as a project coordinator. His degree in environmental science, coupled with his experience studying abroad in Thailand, helped pave the way for his career in the solar industry. Here, he discusses his education and experience with Strata. USI: What is your position with Strata Solar […]
Jim Rogers: Duke Energy Chairman of the Board, former president and CEO
Jim Rogers is the former CEO and chairman of the board for Duke Energy. He continues to advocate for sustainable energy access as written in his book Lighting the World. More about Jim’s book can be found at https://jimrogersenergy.com/. Here he discusses the fight against energy poverty. United Solar Initiative: Since leaving Duke you’ve written […]
Chuck McGrady: North Carolina House of Representatives
Representative Chuck McGrady is an important environmental figure in North Carolina legislature. Here he discusses his perspective of the solar industry as a Republican member of the North Carolina General Assembly. United Solar Initiative: Can you discuss your advocacy for the environment despite being a Republican in the House? What issues do you regularly face? […]
Greg Gangi: Associate Director for Education with the Institute for the Environment and Professor at UNC Chapel Hill
Greg Gangi is a professor at UNC Chapel Hill and director with the Institute for the Environment. He discussed his motivation behind teaching and how this accompanies his relationship with leaders in the solar industry in North Carolina. United Solar Initiative: How would you describe your relationship to the solar industry? Greg Gangi: Well I […]
Ron Strom: Landlord of the Root Cellar, a coffee shop in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
10th Nov 2015 Ron Strom, landlord of the Root Cellar, a small coffee shop in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, recently took the initiative to install a rooftop solar system on his business as a way to combat climate change. He discussed his reasons for the decision and hope for its impact on the local community. […]
Steven Thomsen: Co-Founder and Vice President of United Solar Initiative and Project Manager at Strata Solar
Steven Thomsen, co-founder and vice president of United Solar Initiative, discussed USI’s vision for using solar energy to provide clean water to various countries throughout Africa. USI’s recent partnership with World Vision, an international non-profit organization, has given USI this unique opportunity. United Solar Initiative: What is your vision for United Solar Initiative, in terms […]
