This hands-on workshop will provide participants with a detailed look at both the technical and environmental aspects of solar energy. Participants will also erect a 3 kW grid-tied solar array as part of this immersive energy camp.

The camp will be led by Solar States, a Certified B Corporation dedicated to making solar energy accessible to all. Since its founding, Solar States has worked to expand clean energy access—installing solar for local homeowners and businesses and leading projects that bring solar power to low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities. Through partnerships like the Philadelphia Energy Authority’s Solar Savings Grant Program, Solar States has created new pathways to clean energy and workforce development for residents across Philadelphia. In 2025 alone, they have empowered over 100 trainees to enter the clean energy workforce.

Instructors:

  • Micah Gold-Markel — Founder of Solar States, Certified Master Electrician (PA, NJ, DE) with over 17 years of experience managing solar installations and maintenance. Recipient of the ImpactPHL Award and named one of Solar Power World’s Top Solar Changemakers.
  • Shanisha Mitchell — Workforce and nonprofit leader with more than 15 years of experience designing job training programs that build talent pipelines and create lasting community impact.

Camp Dates: July 13–15
Registration includes: Access to the July 16th Energy Conference
Scholarships available to secondary educators, professors, and college students.

Limited to capacity of 15. Once we hit capacity, names will go onto a wait list.