Riley’s Story: How a Longtime Pursuit of Educational Opportunities Led to Electrical Licensure & Leading Crews Brit Heller Please join us in celebrating Riley Neugebauer, whose inspiring educational journey from environmental studies student to licensed electrician and crew lead has been selected for HeatSpring’s Stay Curious campaign. This initiative shines a spotlight on the transformative power of education in the clean energy sector, highlighting individuals whose learning journeys have not only shaped their careers but also created positive ripple effects in their organizations and communities. By sharing your stories, HeatSpring salutes the vital role of continuous learning and staying curious in driving the transition to clean energy and ultimately building a better tomorrow. Riley’s path, from being the first in her family to earn a bachelor’s degree to pursuing specialized solar installation training, demonstrates how combining formal education with on-the-job learning can lead to a fulfilling, technical career that positively addresses our changing climate daily. Let’s hear from Riley! Alumni Stories Featured Genius Award Originally posted on September 5, 2024 Written by Brit Heller Director of Program Management @ HeatSpring. Brit holds two NABCEP certifications - Photovoltaic Installation Professional (PVIP) and Photovoltaic Technical Sales (PVTS). When she isn’t immersed in training, Brit is a budding regenerative farmer just outside of Atlanta where she is developing a 17-acre farm rooted in permaculture principles. She can be found building soil health, cultivating edible & medicinal plants, caring for her animals or building functional art. More posts by Brit