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Secure Solar Futures President Anthony Smith speaks with Senator Tim Kaine at a parking facility with solar panels in Lexington, Virginia.

Sen. Kaine visits health center, W&L

Sen. Kaine visits health center, W&L

The News Gazette, Lexington, Virginia

Aug 25, 2022

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Senator Tim Kaine, wearing a light blue shirt, speaks to the press at a solar panel canopy on the campus of Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Virginia.

U.S. Secretary of Energy, Senator discuss Inflation Reduction Act in Troutville, Lexington

U.S. Secretary of Energy, Senator discuss Inflation Reduction Act in Troutville, Lexington

WSLS TV-10 Roanoke

Aug 24, 2022

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Senator Tim Kaine speaks with a group beneath a solar panel array on the roof of a parking deck at Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Virginia.

U.S. Secretary of Energy and Sen. Kaine visit SWVA to talk clean energy

U.S. Secretary of Energy and Sen. Kaine visit SWVA to talk clean energy

WDBJ TV-7 Roanoke, VA

Aug 24, 2022

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Bedford County solar project approved

Bedford County solar project approved

Smith Mountain Eagle

Aug 24, 2022

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Three solar apprentices in high-visibility vests and white hard hats pose for the camera in southwest Virginia.

Solar Panels on Southwest Virginia Schools Signal a Diversifying Economy

Solar Panels on Southwest Virginia Schools Signal a Diversifying Economy

Appalachian Voice

Aug 23, 2022

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A male worker in a neon construction vest, white hard hat, work boots and sunglasses stands on a roof being prepared for solar panel installation.

A 10-year pipeline of solar jobs in coal country?

A 10-year pipeline of solar jobs in coal country?

Cardinal News

Aug 17, 2022

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A rural scene shows horses grazing in a green field behind a wooden fence. A large tree in the foreground filters the sunlight.

Bedford County schools to enter contract with solar firm in utilities cost-saving endeavor

Bedford County schools to enter contract with solar firm in utilities cost-saving endeavor

Roanoke Times

Aug 12, 2022

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A detailed view of ground mounted solar panels shows the grass beneath the array with shadows being cast by the canopy structure.

This federal climate bill is going to supercharge Virginia’s energy transition

This federal climate bill is going to supercharge Virginia’s energy transition

Virginia Mercury

Aug 09, 2022

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An aerial view shows a small town in the coalfield region of Virginia at sunset. Houses and farm fields are pictured, surrounded by green mountains.

Secure Futures’ apprenticeship program is creating solar jobs in Virginia coal country

Secure Futures’ apprenticeship program is creating solar jobs in Virginia coal country

Solar Power World

Jun 06, 2022

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Rows of solar panels are shown in a farm field with the sun reflecting off panels. The treeline and a tractor can be seen in the distance.

Letters to the Editor: A cleaner future

Letters to the Editor: A cleaner future

Richmond Times-Dispatch

May 03, 2022

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A large roadside sign for Massanutten Water Park. The primary sign is blue and oval shaped, and smaller, rectangular signs and stacked below it to advertise features in the park.

4-Acre Solar Farm Proposed Behind Massanutten’s Water Park

4-Acre Solar Farm Proposed Behind Massanutten’s Water Park

Daily News-Record, Harrisonburg, VA

Apr 21, 2022

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An aerial view of Masanutten Resort and Water Park. The Blue Ridge Mountains are pictured in the distance.

Massanutten Resort preparing to build solar farm

Massanutten Resort preparing to build solar farm

WHSV TV-3, Harrisonburg, VA

Apr 21, 2022

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An African American worker in an orange shirt, camouflage pants and white hard hat installs solar panels in a farm field.

Carilion NRV Medical Center reduces carbon footprint with solar panels

Carilion NRV Medical Center reduces carbon footprint with solar panels

WXFR TV Roanoke, VA

Apr 18, 2022

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An aerial photo shows a large ground mounted solar panel array installed on farmland next to a large hospital complex in Virginia.

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center’s solar panel field generates energy, revenue in big ways

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center’s solar panel field generates energy, revenue in big ways

WSLS TV-10 Roanoke, VA

Apr 12, 2022

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The golf course at Massanutten Resort is shown with mountains and autumn trees in the distance.

Massanutten furthers commitment to reducing resort’s carbon footprint

Massanutten furthers commitment to reducing resort’s carbon footprint

Augusta Free Press, Waynesboro, VA

Apr 10, 2022

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A close-up view of solar panels in a field with a blue sky in the distance.

Massanutten Announces Solar Initiatives

Massanutten Announces Solar Initiatives

DCSki

Mar 22, 2022

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A smiling male school superintendent in a gray suit stands with his hands clasped in front of him. A public school building can be seen in the backgroud.

Wise school system expanding programs, building upgrades

Wise school system expanding programs, building upgrades

Times-News, Kingsport, TN

Mar 20, 2022

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A worker in an orange hard hat and winter jacket installs a solar panel on the roof of a parking garage. Brick college buildings can be seen in the background.

We can unhook from oil and gas wars with solar

We can unhook from oil and gas wars with solar

Virginia Mercury

Mar 15, 2022

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Massanutten Resort commits to energy-efficient operations

Massanutten Resort commits to energy-efficient operations

Augusta Free Press

Mar 09, 2022

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A male news anchor in a black suit and striped tie presents a story about Massanutten Resort.

Massanutten Resort to install two large solar arrays

Massanutten Resort to install two large solar arrays

WHSV TV-3, Harrisonburg, VA

Mar 09, 2022

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A photo of the entrance to a cycling shop in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Solar panels cover the roof and an orange bicycle is perched above the entryway.

Can Southwest Virginia remake itself as a laboratory for renewables?

Can Southwest Virginia remake itself as a laboratory for renewables?

Virginia Mercury

Sep 20, 2021

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Rooftop solar panels are pictured on top of an Amazon fulfillment center.

Sunrise Brief: Secure Futures’ secure future

Sunrise Brief: Secure Futures’ secure future

pv Magazine

Jun 23, 2021

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A solar canopy is shown on the roof of a parking facility on the campus of Washington & Lee University in Virginia. A line of cars is parked below the solar canopy.

Contract deal lifts Virginia utility’s cap on public entities’ solar aspirations

Contract deal lifts Virginia utility’s cap on public entities’ solar aspirations

Energy News Network

Jun 15, 2021

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A solar panel is shown in the foreground with a vineyard and tasting room in the background.

As policy impacts kick in, Virginia climbs into top five states for solar

As policy impacts kick in, Virginia climbs into top five states for solar

Energy News Network

Jun 15, 2021

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A man in a green t-shirt and gray baseball cap is installing a solar panel on the roof of a building in West Virginia.

Power purchase agreement bill encourages solar use in West Virginia

Power purchase agreement bill encourages solar use in West Virginia

WV News

May 03, 2021

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A photo of the West Virginia capitol building. Two people are walking towards the entrance.

West Virginia legalizes solar power purchase agreements

West Virginia legalizes solar power purchase agreements

Solar Power World

Apr 29, 2021

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Rows of solar panels are pictured on the roof of a building in Arlington, Virginia. The city skyline is seen in the distance.

Virginia students take on solar energy challenge

Virginia students take on solar energy challenge

Chesapeake Bay Journal

Feb 16, 2021

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A group of young boys plays soccer in a field with solar panels in the background. The goalie smiles at the camera through the netting.

VA Could Soon See More Solar

VA Could Soon See More Solar

WVTF Public Radio, VA

Oct 20, 2020

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A photo showing a main street in Waynesboro, Virginia. American flags can be seen flying from flagpoles along the road.

Partnership raises the roof on Waynesboro Schools solar project

Partnership raises the roof on Waynesboro Schools solar project

Augusta Free Press

Oct 16, 2020

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Three volunteers in blue t-shirts install a solar panel on the roof of Eastern Mennonite School.

Ready for sunshine: Volunteers plug in major solar installation for EMS

Ready for sunshine: Volunteers plug in major solar installation for EMS

The Citizen, Harrisonburg, VA

Oct 12, 2020

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A male college student in a blue t-shirt that says

Community members come together for solar “barn raising”

Community members come together for solar “barn raising”

WHSV-3, Harrisonburg, VA

Oct 10, 2020

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A smiling Asian American female college student in a blue t-shirt carries one end of a solar panel with a partner who is out of the frame. Her reflection can be seen in the surface of the solar panel.

1 on 1: Solar barn raising coming up at Eastern Mennonite School

1 on 1: Solar barn raising coming up at Eastern Mennonite School

WHSV-3, Harrisonburg, VA

Oct 08, 2020

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