California Solar Electric Cooperative, a worker-owned cooperative based in Grass Valley, fosters a community-centered and supportive atmosphere among its electricians. Celebrated for values like 'commitment to craft' and collaboration, the company encourages employee ownership, with 46% of workers investing in their cooperative. Senior project manager Melanie Duggan highlights the praise and cheering that reinforces morale, while co-founder Lars Ortegren notes the unique affection shared among colleagues. Their goal focuses on not only providing well-paying jobs in solar energy but also cultivating a sense of belonging and collective responsibility among peers, fostering both professional success and emotional connection.
I haven't run into any other construction environments where you have construction workers saying, 'Love you.'
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