Episode Description

Welcome back, Solar Warriors!

In today’s episode, we speak with a true solar pioneer, a well-known entrepreneur, Erica Mackey of GRID Alternatives. We break down her two decades of growth, entrepreneurship, and influence. Erica gives us a sense of the origin of the GRID Alternatives. She talks about how she co-founded it way back in 2001 and how it evolved massively to become a major national nonprofit and off­-grid solar installation company. As the California-based company started opening offices in Los Angeles and San Diego, they created jobs and successfully installed off-grid solar systems that work on affordable residential housing and community solar, serving more than 20,000 families!

She shares her passion about future-facing goals and impactful solutions around climate using the incredible work of technology. We dive into some of the more critical elements of running a business and discuss the details of good leadership strategies and connection among employees.

We also talked about:

Preventing systemic racism and white supremacy culture in the industry.

How transparency around collective decisions make pathways for growth.

Erica’s involvement in President Biden's Climate Summit.

Connect with Erica Mackie on LinkedIn.

Visit GRID Alternatives’ Website.

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Nico Johnson

Entrepreneur & Podcaster

In my 20 year career, I've worked with dozens of entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and professionals in transition to clarify their mission, set or stretch their goals, and work through the barriers to their growth.

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