Sullivan Solar Power is Shining a Light Onto Today's Solar Industry

SAN DIEGO, September 5, 2018 (Newswire.com) - Employees from San Diego-based solar firm Sullivan Solar Power recently teamed up with students from the Solar Energy Utilization Theory class at San Diego City College to share their knowledge and first-hand experience working in the solar industry. The class is part of required curriculum to receive a certificate of achievement in air conditioning, refrigeration and environmental control technology from the college. Sullivan Solar Power was asked to present to the class at the college and, afterward, extended an invitation to the students to visit Sullivan Solar Power’s San Diego headquarters.

Education is a focal point for Sullivan Solar Power, helping drive the company’s vision of fundamentally changing the way we generate electricity. Every day, its employees strive to be part of the solution by providing unbiased information to Southern California residents and businesses to assist them in declaring energy independence. During the classroom presentation, students asked Sullivan Solar Power about solar electrical equipment, code requirements, apprenticeships, battery storage, solar policy, the installation process and what it is like to work in the industry both in the field and at the office.

We are happy to mentor SDCC students, inspiring them to work in the clean energy section, making our world a brighter place.

Daniel Sullivan, founder and president, Sullivan Solar Power

“When I reached out to Sullivan Solar Power to assist me with local solar industry insight for my solar energy students at San Diego City College, Sullivan was quick to respond, helpful and accommodating to our class’ needs,” said Justin Bond, lead instructor for the Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Environmental Control Technology course at San Diego City College. “They were very professional and knowledgeable in their areas of expertise and it was overall a community-building and enlightening experience for both the students and me.”

When the class visited the Sullivan Solar Power headquarters, the students were able to see and interact with the solar and battery equipment discussed in the class. In addition to viewing how a solar inverter communicates with the rooftop solar panels and the battery during the day and during a staged electricity blackout, the students had the opportunity to go up on the roof and view the installation.

“When I was an electrical student, extra training or insight into the solar industry was immensely beneficial in building my expertise and later, forming Sullivan Solar Power to lead the solar energy revolution,” said Daniel Sullivan, founder and president of Sullivan Solar Power, who is known for giving back and educating the community about solar. “We are happy to mentor SDCC students, inspiring them to work in the clean energy section, making our world a brighter place.”

According to The Solar Foundation’s National Solar Jobs Census, the solar industry has increased 168 percent in the past seven years. California continues to be the state with the largest solar workforce, employing over 86,000 American workers, with 7,900 of those jobs in San Diego County. Despite a slight decrease in 2017, California’s solar job market is projected to increase 13.3 percent in 2018. The solar industry remains an attractive career choice offering competitive and above-average pay. Sullivan Solar Power employs over 100 people who hold positions ranging from project development and management, marketing and installation.  

To learn more about Sullivan Solar Power, visit www.sullivansolarpower.com. For additional information about San Diego City College, visit www.sdcity.edu.

About Sullivan Solar Power

Sullivan Solar Power is a turnkey solar system provider that delivers solar electric projects from concept to completion. The company has installed more than 7,500 systems and 75 million watts of solar power ranging from small-scale residential to large-scale commercial and municipal systems. Sullivan Solar Power was founded by Daniel Sullivan in 2004. Sullivan Solar Power has a longstanding A-plus rating with the Better Business Bureau, with no complaints filed since the business began. The firm has been named one of the fastest-growing energy companies in the nation by Inc. Magazine and services all of Southern California. Sullivan Solar Power was voted San Diego Union Tribune’s Best Solar Power Company and remains the only San Diego company to be nationally accredited. The company is a top developer for energy storage in the state. Regardless of project size and scope, Sullivan is committed to delivering the best products and the most qualified professionals to its customers. Visit www.sullivansolarpower.com or call 1.800.SULLIVAN for more information.

Source: Sullivan Solar Power