New Energy Equity, a wholly owned subsidiary of ALLETE Inc. (NYSE: ALE), has achieved a significant milestone by earning the Gold Certification through the Solar Energy Industries Association’s (SEIA) Diversity Equity Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) Certification Program. This achievement underscores New Energy’s unwavering dedication to creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace within the solar industry.
The Gold Certification recognizes New Energy’s commitment to fostering a supportive environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. This accomplishment is a testament to the company’s ongoing efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels of its operations.
To achieve this prestigious certification, New Energy successfully completed a series of content modules within SEIA’s DEIJ program. These modules covered critical topics such as LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion in the workplace, effective mentorship programs, best practices for recruiting diverse talent, and strategies for conflict resolution.
The DEIJ program guides participants through a comprehensive exploration of inclusive practices, requiring them to demonstrate their commitment to creating a more inclusive work environment that serves the communities they operate in. The program also emphasizes the importance of attracting, hiring, promoting, and retaining diverse talent.
New Energy’s achievement sets a high standard for the solar industry, making it one of only three companies to achieve the Gold level certification. This accomplishment follows the company’s previous successes in attaining Bronze and Silver certifications, demonstrating its progressive approach to creating a more equitable and inclusive workplace.
New Energy Equity LLC, a leading developer, financier, operator, and manager of solar power generation assets, is committed to providing clean electricity to commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility customers through long-term contracts. The company has a proven track record of success, having developed over 500 megawatts of solar projects and closed over $1.2 billion in clean energy investments.
For more information about New Energy Equity, please visit their website at http://www.newenergyequity.com.
