From Solar Roots to Wind Energy Heights: Ari Simmons

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Welcome to the What’s Up Solar Podcast with your host Emmitt Muckles, solar educator, trainer, and advocate for the sun! In this episode, we shine a light on Ari Simmons, a passionate clean energy communicator currently serving as a Service Communications Professional at Vestas, the global wind energy leader.

Ari brings over 8 years of experience in the renewable sector from grassroots solar advocacy in Washington State to driving internal communications that empower O&M teams across North America.

We dive into:

Ari’s journey from climate policy activism to clean energy communications

Her work with Olympia Community Solar, Simpliphi Power, and Briggs & Stratton

What it's like transitioning from solar to wind energy at Vestas

The critical role of internal comms in unifying rural wind sites

How creativity, music, and thrifting inspire her professional life

Why we need more energy influencers telling their stories on platforms like TikTok

Plus, we chat about solar-powered music production, equity in clean energy, and the joy of dancing to your own beat — whether on a rooftop or at a thrift store.

🎧 Featured Guest:
Ari Simmons
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/arisimmons19/
🎵 https://soundcloud.com/ar1xtc

🌬️ Learn More About Vestas:

Website: https://us.vestas.com/en-us

Careers: https://us.vestas.com/en-us/careers

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vestas

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Let’s plug in, power up, and stay curious. Remember the sun never sends a bill. 🌞