East Peoria job fair offers opportunities in renewable energy - 25 News Now
East Peoria job fair offers opportunities in renewable energy
PEORIA ( 25News Now) - Area contractors and those seeking jobs in green energy came together at Illinois Central College.
ICC held a solar energy contractor clinic and job fair on its East Peoria campus. The event served as an opportunity for contractors to grow their businesses by learning more about the ever-changing solar power industry.
Trainees who were also present had a chance to learn more about potential careers.
ICC has a solar energy pipeline training program. Black Business Alliance CEO Denise Moore said it’s a great chance for those interested in working in green energy to learn more.
“They’re able to receive a stipend for attending, and once they’ve received their training and are certified, ICC further helps them to get connected to an employer who’s looking for them right now,” Moore said.
The event welcomed some of the state’s largest renewable energy companies. Calvin Payne with Simply E&C Corp said they’re ready to help residents in Central Illinois save money.
“With the tax incentives that they have, it actually helps you have a tax break with installing solar with what Illinois state gives us,” Payne said.
He said going solar doesn’t only save money, but also the planet.
“It’s all going back and increasingly helping the environment. That’s the biggest thing with solar. Instead of harming the environment, you’re helping the environment in a natural way,” Payne said.
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