Congrats to Our Very Own Energy Exec: Jake!
We’re proud to share that SSDN’s Jake Leech has been selected to join the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) 2025 Executive Energy Leadership program (Energy Execs)!
This prestigious four-month leadership program brings together 19 professionals from across the country to dive deep into cutting-edge clean energy technologies, tools, and innovations. Jake’s selection reflects both his leadership and SSDN’s commitment to advancing sustainability across the Southeast. As part of the program, Jake will connect with NREL’s top researchers and engineers, explore innovations at NREL campuses in Colorado, and collaborate on a group energy project tailored to real-world challenges in our region.
We’re thrilled to see Jake’s expertise recognized on the national stage—and even more excited about the insights and connections he’ll bring back to our network.
