Let’s begin with a tale that your utility company will not tell you. In 2019, Jake—a laid-off coal miner in West Virginia—took a 6-week solar installation course. He was training others for $72,000 a year by 2023. He chuckles, “I never thought I’d cheer for sunshine.” Jake is not by himself. Not only is solar energy combating climate change across America, but it is also changing the economic landscape in communities that were left behind by the previous energy economy.
However, how? And why should you give a damn? Instead of using corporate speak, let’s talk about actual jobs, actual salaries, and actual communities that are thriving.
Here’s what “fastest-growing job in America” actually looks like:
Wait, Texas? Yep. Even oil country’s going solar.
Forget Silicon Valley. The new solar hotspots look like:
Why it matters: These aren’t gig economy jobs. 78% are full-time with benefits—something Walmart can’t claim.
Let’s compare paychecks (because money talks):
Electrician |
Sales Rep |
Project Manager |
$63,000 |
$72,000 |
$98,000 |
$56,000 |
$52,000 |
$76,000 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023
Pro tip: Solar wages grew 8% last year—double the national average.
Take Georgetown, Texas—population 75,000. When their coal plant closed in 2016, the town gambled on solar. Today:
The kicker: Property values jumped 14%—proving green pays in black and white.
Nope! 62% of solar workers started with just a high school diploma.
Try sales, design, or recycling roles—70% of solar jobs are ground-based.
The industry’s survived recessions, pandemics, and political flip-flops.
Red flags: No certifications, pressure to pay for training, vague contracts.
Absolutely. Solar Ready Vets has placed 8,000+ vets since 2020.
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