Workers are being honored for working outdoors during the hot months by a local company

During the summertime, Renova Energy of Palm Desert, gives thanks to the rooftop installers for the work they perform, especially when it’s so hot in the valley. This company creates an environment where their employees are appreciated. The Policy and Public Relations Manager, Emily Langenbahn said, "Sometimes, we’ll surprise them with ice cream on job sites or we’ll bring them in a little earlier and surprise them with lunch". They also give bonuses to their crews who perform exceptionally well and give them a full day of paid time off to any crew who finishes a job ahead of schedule.

Teaming up with Burrtec and the city of Palm Desert to honor the employees, The company will be hosting an appreciation ceremony on July 22, 2022. The day is going to include free food and treats.

The CEO and owner of Renova Energy, Vincent Battaglia said, "During those three months are June July, and August, it's excessive". Vincent Battaglia started this company in 2006, Battaglia was on those rooftops, installing panels in those conditions when he first start the business. He understood the daily task of the job and created a model to support his staff during those hot summer months.

One rooftop solar installer, Anthony said, "Well, sometimes we're out on the field and our managers will come with Gatorade and ice cream". Others shared their experiences of being surprised with lunches, staff members would bring water and Gatorade, and there are times when they are asked to go home with full day pay if it gets too hot.

Battaglia said, "It pains me to see my guys that, you know, as those teams grow, I do everything I can to try to make their experiences on those rooftops, which when it's on the ground 110 it's 125 on the roof".

Renova CEO made a call to action saying, "Do something special to recognize the outdoor workers who help us every day".

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