Troy, New York - Eden Renewables is calling for applications for our 2020 Green STEM Scholarships for graduating high school seniors, valued at a total of $5,000. Students pursuing a career in fields that benefit the environment or conserve natural resources are invited to apply before the deadline of June 5th.

Eden’s Green STEM Scholarship Program was established to support student interests in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics that investigate, design and implement solutions for local and global environmental issues. This year, Eden will be awarding 3 scholarships in the amounts of $2,000 for Duanesburg, $2,000 for Glen, and $1,000 for Schodack, linking to Eden’s community solar projects in each town. The first such scholarship was awarded in 2019 to Mariella Hirschoff of Maple Hill Junior-Senior High School in Schodack.

Eden’s Chief Development Officer Giovanni Maruca said: “We are excited to once again be giving scholarships to help further the education of three meritorious students. The more students there are pursuing a career in Green STEM, the more hope we have for a cleaner future.”

Recipients will be selected on the basis of academic record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, and statement of goals and aspirations. Once selected, recipients will be notified and formally awarded with the scholarship at each school’s awards night or graduation.

To be eligible, applicants must be a high school senior residing in Duanesburg, Glen, or Schodack and enrolled in the town’s central school district;  have a minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA; and be accepted into a 2 or 4-year college or university and enrolled in Green STEM or related discipline. A letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or employer, and a 500-word statement of purpose regarding educational plans and professional aspirations in Green STEM must be submitted with the application to be considered. Submit your application.

The Green STEM Scholarship is a component of a package of educational support offered at each of Eden’s community solar farm. Its sister program, Solar Power Education, provides students the chance to learn beyond school grounds and gain knowledge and ‘hands on’ and ‘minds on’ experiences in STEM subjects. This program, designed for K-12 and meeting current New York State education standards, is offered throughout the year to supplement curriculums in a variety of subjects including Science, Mathematics, Social Studies, and English. More about our Education Program.