548 Foundation
Workforce training & energy upgrades
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The mission of the 548 Foundation is to develop affordable housing, as well as provide energy efficient upgrades for affordable housing; and to support the educational goals of communities by providing technology needed in order to compete in an ever-evolving society.
548 Energy Institute will serve as the new facility & hub for renewable energy training, incubation, and advocacy.
The next decade will see a 52% growth for solar photovoltaic installers ($46,470 median salary) and a 68% growth for wind turbine service technicians ($56,230 median salary)
— Bureau of Labor Statistics
Energy Institute Components
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Business Incubator
Our clean energy business incubator will create the next generation of clean energy businesses through:
1. Start up Support
2. Accounting, Legal, Business Development
3. WBE/MBE Certification Support
4. Career Fairs & Networking -
Energy Advocacy
In partnership with Illinois Green Alliance we will create a building owner & contractor education program.
1. Benefits to building owners and residents
2. Clean Job Creation
3. Community benefits and education
4. Environmental Justice -
Clean Energy Training
In partnership with Power 52 we will roll out a new solar workforce training program to support a more inclusive labor force for the green economy.
1. Solar Installer
2. Solar Operations and Maintenance
3. Solar Design
4. EV Installer
5. EV Operations and Maintenance
Industry-recognized certifications
Thank you to Lowe’s for a generous $500,000 donation to the 548 Foundation to support the development of sustainable affordable housing!
Support our Cause
Help us bring the 548 Energy Institute to life - reach out to AJ Patton or click below for more information on how your organization can partner with 548 Foundation.