Inclusion
Making clean energy inclusive for all
Sunrun is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all. We aim to attract, retain, and develop a diverse workforce of employees who reflect our customers and the communities we serve. At Sunrun, we believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth.
How do we do this?
Build a workforce that represents the wide range of diversity of our customers and our communities.
Foster an inclusive environment where employees bring their true self to work and are empowered to solve complex problems in our business and for our customers.
Forge partnerships with organizations with rich representation of backgrounds, identities, and experiences to amplify our approach to promoting diversity.
Key diversity metrics
56% of our Board members identify as women
50% of our Executive Management team identify as women
31% of our Managers identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC)
50% of all Sunrun employees identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC)
"I'm grateful for the flexibility that I've had with Sunrun, with the leadership that I've had, and with my peers to be able to feel like I can freely talk about my constraints and my difficulties and be able to have them accommodated in such a way that I've been able to be quite successful in what I've been doing in my career here."
Opportunities for engagement
Company sponsored, employee-led, and backed by senior leaders, our Inclusion Communities work in alignment and support of Sunrun’s Inclusion strategy. Sunrun Communities are strategically aligned to make Sunrun a more inclusive and accessible place to work and serve our customers.
Click below to learn more about our Inclusion Communities.
Arab/MENA+
Inclusion Communities is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for employees of Arab and Middle Eastern/North African backgrounds. Our mission is to promote understanding, collaboration, and empowerment within our organization.
Asian+
Inclusion Communities help to build an inclusive, welcoming and thriving employee resource group for all Asian employees and allies; where anyone and everyone is encouraged to get curious, be inspired and to enrich each other.
Black+
Inclusion Communities help us foster an inclusive culture for everyone, and to make Sunrun a place where Black employees have parity in opportunity and representation.
Disability+
Inclusion Communities help to build a positive community for all Sunrunners affected by a seen or unseen disability in their lives and in doing so, move beyond awareness to greater understanding and relationship.
Latinx+
Inclusion Communities help to provide a welcoming and encouraging environment for Latin and Hispanic Sunrunners to share culture, traditions, and individuality without judgement, to foster an inclusive professional environment.
Pride+
Inclusion Communities help us foster an inclusive culture for everyone, while positioning Sunrun as an Employer of Choice attracting talented members of the LGBTQ+ community, and contributing to their advancement and retention.
Veterans+
Inclusion Communities is dedicated to supporting and empowering our veterans, military service members, and their families. Our mission is to create a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters a sense of community, respect, and gratitude for the sacrifices made by those who have served our country.
Women's+
Inclusion Communities help to foster a safe, welcoming, and supportive community for women and allies within Sunrun, and promote an inclusive work environment where women are empowered and lifted up.
Military recruitment programs
Your next mission is a career at Sunrun
Our diverse talent community empowers us to fulfill our mission of making local, clean energy accessible to everyone, and our veterans and their families add to this power.
The leadership skills, passion and teamwork found at the core of our veterans align with our mission and we are honored to support the military community as they transition back into civilian life. Each transition back into civilian life is unique. Our Military Recruitment Programs can help you find the path that will lead to your next mission.
About the Program:
Veterans are intrinsically driven, safety focused and deliver top-notch results on behalf of their customers. All of these incredible characteristics are the reason why Sunrun values the veteran community. If you are a veteran and you want to be part of an organization that truly values what you bring to the table, look no further, you have found your next mission!
Sunrun was named a "2023 Best for Vets Employer" by Military Times, the largest and most comprehensive ranking of top companies for active-duty personnel and veterans. We consider it a pleasure to assist those who have served our country in starting or restarting their civilian professions.
"Working at Sunrun as a Veteran Military recruiter is one of the most fulfilling roles I have ever had. Through our programs and partnerships many veterans are able to gain access to amazing training opportunities that would not be available to them as a civilian. The training that is offered through these programs will forever change the outlook and the trajectory of not only the veterans but their families as well."
About the program:
Sunrun is committed to supporting our Military Families through our partnership with the Department of Defense Military Spouse (MSEP). Sunrun was the first national solar company to offer career opportunities to transitioning service members and spouses of active-duty military personnel through the Military Spouse Employment Program (MSEP).
Sunrun and MSEP give you the tools you need to discover your perfect match and the freedom and support to take your career to the next level. Job match areas include: Administrative/Clerical, Customer Care, Field/Install, Finance/Accounting, Marketing/Communication, Technology, Sales/Retail and much more.
"My favorite aspect about working at Sunrun is the overall culture and community that's been established. I've never worked for a company that has anything close to the support that Sunrun's Inclusion Communities provide. One of the biggest challenges of being a military spouse is having to completely uproot your life and move to a new community and there are many variables that make that transition stressful. Fortunately, Sunrun has been amazing in accommodating the recent PCS my family has gone through to move across the country."
We proudly collaborate with Airstreams Renewables Inc., providing active-duty military personnel with specialized training in renewable energy through their Accelerated 240-hour Renewable Energy and Communications Tower Technician Program. As a leading force in compliance, education, and industrial training, Airstreams Renewables Inc. stands out as a vital participant dedicated to guiding veterans towards fulfilling careers in renewable energy.
Furthermore, Sunrun partners with the Home Builders Institute (HBI), the nation's premier nonprofit provider of trade skills training for veterans in the building industry. Through this partnership, transitioning military and veterans gain unique opportunities for job readiness and career connections, fostering hope, confidence, and long-term success. Discover a fulfilling career path with Sunrun and be part of our dedication to supporting those who have served.
"I like working at Sunrun because of the culture. Everyone that I have come in contact with is very kind hearted and helpful. From day one they welcomed me in and treated me as if I was part of their family. Definitely a great place to work. During my transition from the military Sunrun was very understanding as it pertained to my outprocessing appointments. Any time I needed time off to attend my appointments, my supervisors were also extremely supportive."
Pay parity
Sunrun was the first national solar company to fully achieve gender pay equity. We adhere to the California Equal Pay Pledge and the White House Equal Pay Pledge.
Elevating women in the workplace
In March of 2022, Sunrun initiated a partnership with FairyGodBoss to amplify our efforts of building a diverse workforce and communicate available opportunities to the 17 million women who are members of the FairyGodBoss community.
Through this partnership, we have the privilege of sharing the experiences, opportunities, and stories of gender diverse employees at Sunrun to promote representation, awareness, and to attract even more women into our workforce and industry.
Empowering young professionals in clean energy
We recognize the critical role that young professionals play in shaping the future of clean energy. As leaders in the clean energy sector, we are proud to make a steadfast commitment to empowering and nurturing the talents of the next generation.
Our commitment is more than a statement; it's a promise to provide a platform for young professionals to excel, innovate, and lead in the clean energy transition. We are investing in organizations like Young Professionals in Energy- SF Bay Area and LA Cleantech Career Academy to do so!
"As climate change continues exacerbating certain social issues like food insecurity and decreased water access, I plan to have a career focused on solving these challenges. I am grateful for Sunrun's support through my scholarship as I pursue environmental studies at Stanford University. With Sunrun's help, I am further propelled toward increasing diversity in the climate change space and developing more equitable solutions to critical problems."
Where are we going next?
Embed the principles of diversity, inclusion, and belonging as implicit in everything we do and sustain our focus on pay equity through periodic review.
Foster a diverse workforce that represents our customers and the communities in which we live and work.
Support the expansion of our Communities in order to promote inclusiveness and belonging among our employees, raise awareness, and increase our social impact.