MEMBER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES INVESTING IN THE JOBS OF THE FUTURE RACV Solar has partnered with Victoria’s Holmesglen Institute to deliver advanced renewable energy training facilities. Solar systems generating over 1 million kWh of energy each year and commercial battery storage will be installed at two campuses in Victoria. The installation includes a 800kW solar system, commercial battery storage, a solarpowered car park featuring EV chargers, and other commercial energy efficiency technologies. The Victorian Government stumped up $2.1 million for the systems which are due for completion in September. RACV Solar is also an Industry Adviser to Holmesglen’s Renewable Energy programs offered as part of the electrical apprenticeship training: ‘Working Safely in the Solar Industry’, ‘Design and Install Grid Connect PV Systems’ and ‘Grid Connected PV with Battery Storage’. Andy McCarthy of RACV Solar said the burgeoning renewable energy sector offered many employment opportunities for young
people and that these would only increase as more and more people switched to solar power. “These programs will not only equip young people for the jobs of the future but also demonstrate RACV Solar and Holmesglen Institute’s commitment to helping Victoria
achieve its renewable energy targets by 2030,” he said. “We’re also excited to see that the solar industry is attracting a diverse group of young apprentices, students and career changers. There are no barriers to a fulfilling career in solar!”
L to R: Andrew Williamson, Executive Director, International Education and Enterprise Solutions at Holmesglen Institute; Navdeep Singh and Melinda Kirton, RACV Solar apprentices; Nick Staikos, MP and Andrew McCarthy, CEO RACV Solar
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