About Jason

Jason Carney
Jason Carney

Jason Carney serves as Founder and CEO of Energy Electives. Jason received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tennessee State University, and received his Master’s Degree in Civic Leadership from Lipscomb University. His pursuit of knowledge and experience with solar energy has led to certifications in LEED, BPI, NABCEP and PEM. Jason lives in Nashville, TN with his wife and twin children. He is also President of the Tennessee Solar Energy Association (TSEA). TSEA is a non-profit organization that is interested in educating the community and celebrating individuals that love solar.

National & Local Articles about Jason:

NPR – Stepping Into The Sun: A Mission To Bring Solar Energy To Communities Of Color

WTVF – Jason pushes solar in Nashville

Sierra Club – Jason Carney Is a Solar Evangelist

The Nashville Voice – The Only Black Man in Tennessee Solar

SACE – MLK 50: I AM

SACE – Jason’s story

Let There be Light: Faith and Science in the Tennessee Valley