A coalition of solar, wind, hydropower, storage and efficiency organizations representing all major clean energy industries today announced unified support for inclusion and equity across all operations. “Clean energy offers an abundant, healthy and sustainable future – for everyone,” said Chris Nichols, Executive Director of Renewables Forward, leader of the coalition. “Together the clean energy industry celebrates and affirms the vibrant range of cultures, languages, traditions, and identities that we each bring to our communities and our workplaces.” To champion a just energy and social...

Renewables Forward, a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiative of leading U.S. clean energy companies and partners, today announced the appointment of its first executive director, Chris Nichols, an industry veteran who has championed access to clean, affordable energy for all in both public and private sectors throughout her career. This key organizational milestone demonstrates a deepening commitment from the RF Board of Directors, who are driven to “get stuff done” now while setting the clean energy industry on a growth path toward a more equitable clean energy future. “Leaders...

In partnership with ACORE, ACP, SEIA, NHA, and CEBA, Renewables Forward proudly announces the launch of the Pathway Forward DEI Framework, a pioneering initiative designed to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the clean energy sector. This comprehensive framework provides a strategic roadmap for member organizations to create more inclusive workplaces, ensuring that the rapidly growing clean energy industry reflects the diversity of the communities it serves.  Member organizations are strongly encouraged to adopt the Pathway Forward DEI Framework and sign the associated pledge,...