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20 days of Spark Northwest: Days 6-10

Monday, October 11th- In celebration of #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we would like to share this interview with Spark Northwest’s Mikhaila Gonzales and board member/Northwest Indian College faculty member Stephanie Bostwick. From microgrids and energy sovereignty to preparing the next generation of Native engineers to create local clean energy, Mikhaila and Stephanie highlight the value of a clean energy future for tribal nations.

Tuesday, October 12th- for #turnbacktuesday, where can you find veggies, horses, an amazing female-run farming operation, and some solar power? Valley Flora Farm! Read about the farm’s journey, and how it went solar, here.

Wednesday, October 13th- We’re lucky to have amazing business sponsors throughout the Northwest who are passionate about creating an equitable clean energy future. Hear from Markus Virta about how supporting Spark Northwest is a natural fit for Western Solar’s vision.

Thursday, October 14th- Gather your virtual and in-person friends for Fall Trivia tonight. It’s not too late to sign up on Eventbrite. Win prizes, including coffee from Broadcast Coffee Roasters and a gift basket from Pike Place Market. Plus, show off your trivia knowledge and learn about Spark Northwest. We’ll also announce the winner of the solar panel giveaway! See you there!

Friday, October 15th- It’s a donation drive! Do you also think the future can be improved through equitable distribution of clean energy and centering the needs of frontline communities in the fight against climate change? Spark Northwest is working to create a Northwest 100% powered by equitable clean energy, and we’d love your support in getting there. Make a donation today (or anytime 10/11-10/15) and be entered to win a copy of Shalanda Baker’s book Revolutionary Power. Our staff just read it and loved it!

Last week’s highlight- Spark Northwest staff shares what clean energy equity means to them. We’re grateful for coworkers who are committed to a better future for generations to come. And cute dogs!

Coming up- get your tickets for Spark Northwest’s 20th Anniversary Celebration- tickets here. And save a spot for next week’s lunch & learn webinar with staff member Tarika Powell about climate change impacts on frontline communities- register here.