Featured in The quality issue – 04-2018

Time’s up for resource abuse

Women in solar: In the U.S. and Europe this past year, the pivotal #MeToo movement has shone a light on instances of often systemic sexual abuse and harassment, particularly in the corridors of the powerful. Kristen Nicole, Founder and Executive Director of Women in Solar Energy (WISE) draws parallels between the attitudes that have facilitated such a climate, and our relationship to the Earth’s finite resources – with solar at the intersection.

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pv magazine

06 Apr 2018

Solar power has not only proven to be a great equalizer in terms of energy access across the globe, but it is also proving to be a rich source of employment for women in many countries.

In the past year we have witnessed a fascinating culmination of news and social movements that have provided a glimpse into the prevalence of deviant acts of sexual violence, gender inequality, and human rights violations occurring every day in the lives of women and girls worldwide. According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, …

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