Woman installing solar photovoltaic panels

Do women install solar panels?

It’s rare to see women installing solar panels on homes and businesses. Women currently make up one-third of the solar energy workforce and account for an even smaller fraction of solar installers— 5.5%.

What is Women in Solar Energy?

Women in Solar Energy (WISE) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to 'advance women in all aspects of the solar energy industry'. Women in Solar Energy Award: This award, sponsored by the American Solar Energy Society, is made to encourage women to become more technically involved in the solar field.

How many women are employed in solar PV?

In 2021, the solar PV industry employs 4.3 million people—one-third of all renewable energy jobs worldwide. Women account for 40% of this number. It is almost double the share of women employed in the wind industry (21%) and the oil and gas sector (22%).

Can women start a solar energy company?

This article profiles seven successful founders and entrepreneurs in the solar energy field as examples of the possibilities for women to set up organisations and have pioneering roles in the clean energy sector. All seven are founders or co-founders of either for-profit or non-profit organisations.

What percentage of solar installers are women?

Women currently make up one-third of the solar energy workforce and account for an even smaller fraction of solar installers—5.5%.

How can I get more women into the solar industry?

Attending solar, construction and green industry trade shows is a great way to meet women already working in the solar industry and seek their help in encouraging more women to join.