Solarize Community Group Purchasing campaigns for solar PV have created jobs, unleashed consumer spending, and spread solar energy on rooftops from Seattle to San Diego. This introductory webinar will present the basics of running a Solarize campaign in Washington, with lessons from Northwest SEED, authors of “The Solarize Guidebook.” Local governments, community organizers, utilities, and anyone with an interest in unleashing the power of solar group purchasing will learn about the basics of launching a Solarize campaign in their own communities.

Join Northwest SEED’s Linda Irvine to learn about the Solarize model in Washington State. This webinar is made possible with support from the Bullitt Foundation.

Northwest SEED is excited to host Solarize U: Training for Solar Group Purchasing.  Building on the success of our Solarize campaigns, Northwest SEED is training other communities to spread the power of solar group purchasing across the state. Participants will learn how to launch a group purchase campaign in their own community, helping to make solar photovoltaics more affordable and accessible than ever!

Solarize U is designed to build the capacity of local leaders, nonprofit organizations, municipal governments, and electric utilities to support a local Solarize campaign.  The training will provide an overview of the Solarize model, solar technology and incentives, and best practices for running your own campaign.  At the networking lunch, participants can connect with potential allies and begin campaign planning with the guidance of Northwest SEED staff.

The Training includes:

• Principles of a Solarize Campaign
• Solar PV Basics
• Launching Your Solar Group Purchase Campaign
• Lessons Learned from Solarize Washington
• Networking Lunch

The training cost of $20 will include participation in the training, a participant workbook with exercises and take-home references, access to Solarize outreach & education templates, and a catered lunch.

Please note: This training is intended for individuals, neighborhood groups, nonprofits, city staff, and utilities that want to help launch solar group purchase campaigns in their own communities.  It is not intended for individuals that want to learn more about putting solar on their personal residence.

Training attendees will walk away with the skills, materials, connections, and know-how they need to launch a Solarize campaign in their community.

Solarize U: is made possible by a grant from the Bullitt Foundation, with support from PNNL, itek Energy, Hire Electric, and the City of Richland.

Join us to learn about the Solarize program, PV technology, financing and incentives, and more! Workshop attendees will be on the fast track to a free site assessment and discounted solar pricing from Puget Sound Solar and Artisan Electric.

Workshops are free and open to the public.  If you have not yet done so, please register online at www.solarizewa.org/registration.

We’ll see you there!

Join us to learn about the Solarize program, PV technology, financing and incentives, and more! Workshop attendees will be on the fast track to a free site assessment and discounted solar pricing from Puget Sound Solar and Artisan Electric.

Workshops are free and open to the public.  If you have not yet done so, please register online at www.solarizewa.org/registration.

We’ll see you there!

Join us to learn about the Solarize program, PV technology, financing and incentives, and more! Workshop attendees will be on the fast track to a free site assessment and discounted solar pricing from Puget Sound Solar and Artisan Electric.

Workshops are free and open to the public.  If you have not yet done so, please register online at www.solarizewa.org/registration.

We’ll see you there!

Join us to learn about the Solarize program, PV technology, financing and incentives, and more! Workshop attendees will be on the fast track to a free site assessment and discounted solar pricing from Puget Sound Solar and Artisan Electric.

Workshops are free and open to the public.  If you have not yet done so, please register online at www.solarizewa.org/registration.

We’ll see you there!

Oregon’s Clean Energy Conference

Now in its seventh year, this conference has become the State’s signature clean energy event, bringing together members of the energy industry, energy project hosts, and users of energy services. Included within this one conference are:

Policy & Economic Development
Looking at the current context for clean energy, how can Oregon continue its leadership role in the face of challenging economic conditions.  

The Business of Renewable Energy
Advancing the professional level of the industry with discussions on the nuts-and-bolts issues related to energy project development. 

The Business of Energy Efficiency
Staying abreast of recent developments and ideas to increase the adoption of efficiency as the cornerstone of energy resource management. 

Energy Sector Insights
A business perspective on the status, outlook, and opportunities of key energy technologies. 

The GoGreen Conference is a sustainability learning experience for business and government decision-makers. Featuring regionally targeted content and recognized leaders from the community, GoGreen works across industry silos to foster peer-to-peer learning and collaborative solutions. We believe sustainability in the business setting is a powerful and indispensable tool for navigating the tumultuous waters of today’s global economy and solving our climate woes. Our mission is to empower attendees with the strategies, tools and connections to green their organizations with profitability in mind.

Northwest SEED is a Community Partner of the 2013 GoGreen Conference.

Join us to learn about the Solarize program, PV technology, financing and incentives, and more! Workshop attendees will be on the fast track to a free site assessment and discounted solar pricing from Puget Sound Solar and Artisan Electric.

Workshops are free and open to the public.  If you have not yet done so, please register online at www.solarizewa.org/registration.

We’ll see you there!

Join us to learn about the Solarize program, PV technology, financing and incentives, and more! Workshop attendees will be on the fast track to a free site assessment and discounted solar pricing from Puget Sound Solar and Artisan Electric.

Please register for the webinar here. After you register, you will automatically be sent an access link and audio instructions.

Join us to learn about the Solarize program, PV technology, financing and incentives, and more! Workshop attendees will be on the fast track to a free site assessment and discounted solar pricing from Puget Sound Solar and Artisan Electric.

Please register for the webinar here. After you register, you will automatically be sent an access link and audio instructions.

Please join Northwest SEED for a volunteer orientation to kick off our newest Solarize campaign in central and southeast Seattle neighborhoods! Solarize is a community-led group purchase of solar electric systems. The campaign will launch in July 2013, but we need your help NOW to begin contractor selection and outreach planning.

This Solarize campaign will target neighborhoods in central and southeast Seattle (within Seattle City Light service territory). We welcome volunteer representatives from all neighborhoods within this geographic area.

The two-hour training will consist of (1) a general volunteer orientation, and (2) an optional contractor selection team kickoff for those interested in participating on this team.

The agenda is as follows:
6:00-7:00 — Volunteer Orientation

• Welcome & introductions
• Solar energy basics
• Solarize program overview
• Volunteer timeline and roles

7:00-7:45 — Contractor Selection Team Kickoff (optional)

• Team tasks
• Getting familiar with the Request for Proposals template
• Next steps

Refreshments will be provided.

GiveBIG! to Northwest SEED!

The Seattle Foundation’s GiveBIG is a one-day, online charitable giving event to inspire people to give generously to nonprofit organizations who make our region a healthier and more vital place to live.

Each credit card donation made to Northwest SEED between midnight and midnight (Pacific Daylight Time) on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, will receive a prorated portion of the matching funds (or “stretch”) pool. The amount of the “stretch” depends on the size of the stretch pool and how much is raised in total donations on GiveBIG day.

Northwest SEED is inviting our donors, friends, and family to a special donor appreciation event at the Tour de Vance! Come visit our office, meet the staff, and let us thank you for your ongoing support of Northwest SEED. We couldn’t keep bringing community-scale renewable energy to the Pacific Northwest without your support.

Please RSVP to katie at nwseed.org

Thank you, and we hope to see you on May 30th!

Our very own Mia Devine will be attending the Distributed Wind Expo and Small/Community Wind Conference in Rochester, NY. We can’t wait to see what information and news she brings back!

Conference information can be found here: http://www.distributedwindexpo.com/Distributed_Wind_Expo/Home.html

Come see Northwest SEED at the Madrona Farmer’s Market and learn more about the Solarize Seattle: Central/Southeast campaign. You can see a solar panel up close, ask questions of the experts, and learn all about the program.  See you there!

Join Northwest SEED, the Washington Department of Commerce and friends from all over the Puget Sound region as we celebrate a milestone in solar!

To date, Northwest SEED’s Solarize Washington program has helped Puget Sound residents install over 1 Megawatt of residential solar!! We think that’s something to celebrate, so we’re throwing a party.

Please join us on Sunday, July 21 at Jefferson Park, under the solar picnic shelters to celebrate solar with Northwest SEED, Seattle Councilman Mike O’Brien, Seattle City Light, and many more as we enjoy ice cream, cake, and (hopefully) a lovely summer day.

See you there!

Join Northwest SEED and partners to learn about the Solarize program, solar PV technology, incentives and financing, and much more!

Northwest SEED’s own Jennifer Grove and Puget Sound Solar’s Pam Burton will be interviewed on KEXP’s Mind over Matters on Saturday morning at 7AM! If you aren’t a morning person, not to worry. The interview will be posted on KEXP’s website after 2PM on Saturday: http://www.kexp.org/archive and we’ll have a copy of the podcast available in early August. Yay for locally supported solar on locally supported radio!

Join Northwest SEED at the Northwest Solar Fest 2013, held at Shoreline Community College. Come meet the team, learn all about solar applications, and sign up for Solarize SE Seattle!

Come see Northwest SEED at the Columbia City Farmer’s Market and learn more about the Solarize Seattle: Central/Southeast campaign. You can see a solar panel up close, ask questions of the experts, and learn all about the program. See you there!

Join Northwest SEED and partners to learn about the Solarize program, solar PV technology, incentives and financing, and much more!

Join Northwest SEED and partners to learn about the Solarize program, solar PV technology, incentives and financing, and much more!

Join Northwest SEED and partners to learn about the Solarize program, solar PV technology, incentives and financing, and much more!

Northwest SEED, Solar Washington, and Seattle City Light bring you the Seattle Solar Tour 2013!

Now in its fourth year, the Washington Future Energy Conference has become the state’s “must-attend” clean energy event. Presented by Northwest Environmental Business Council (NEBC) and the Washington State Department of Commerce, this unique conference provides an unmatched forum for learning, networking, and business development – bringing together members of the energy industry, energy end-users, policy makers, and economic development professionals. The educational sessions will cover The Context for Clean Energy in Washington, The Business of Renewable Energy, The Business of Energy Efficiency, and New Fuels for Transportation.

Please save the date for the NW Energy Coalition’s Fall 2013 Clean and Affordable Energy Conference in Seattle on November 8 & 9.

The conference will feature speakers, panels and networking opportunities with clean energy experts and advocates from around the region.

Conference details:

Speakers, agendas and online registration will be available soon. Please check back on our website for the latest updates. http://www.nwenergy.org

The Washington State Solar Summit has historically been the venue to bring together all of the stakeholders in the Washington State solar industry. This includes: experienced solar Contractors and Installers, Architects, Engineers, Project mangers, Utility representatives, sales persons, environmentalist, and the impassioned advocates.

Each year these groups have come together to discuss and create solutions to the unique issues they face promoting and expanding the use of solar energy in Washington.

This year’s summit will be no different and the event has never been more important. With the sunset of the Washington State Solar incentives rapidly approaching the industry faces a major hurdle to its continued growth.

This year’s summit taking place May 2^nd and 3^rd includes a Friday night reception to bring old industry friends together and for new connections to be made. Saturday will be the work day where individuals representing their respective stakeholders group will present on what they see as the best future for solar in Washington after 2020.

Small breakout session #4 on Wednesday, May 7:

HEATWISE South Everett: A Community Ductless Heat Pump Program
Snohomish County PUD, in partnership with local non-profit Northwest SEED, is conducting a pilot program to encourage installations of ductless heat pumps in their service territory. HEATWISE will build on the successful Solarize Washington photovoltaic group-purchase campaign model, leveraging the power of bulk purchasing to bring down costs for all. Like Solarize, the HEATWISE pilot is community-driven and geographically targeted. Come hear about the pilot, lessons learned to date and evaluate if this model could be applied to your programs. Plus share your feedback and creative thinking to help us make HEATWISE a success!

Presenters:
Katie Breene, Northwest SEED
Suzy Oversvee, Snohomish County PUD

In partnership together, the City of Mercer Island and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign on Mercer Island. The Mercer Island Community Coalition is seeking volunteers (neighborhood groups and individuals) from Mercer Island for outreach efforts.  Register here to attend a free workshop.

Join Northwest SEED and Snohomish PUD as we introduce our HEATWISE: South Everett community ductless heat pump project, and Solarize: South County with an event at The Cheesemonger’s Table in Edmonds. Meet the installer for HEATWISE, Evergreen State Heat & AC, as well as representatives from Northwest SEED, SnoPUD, Umpqua Bank, and other green organizations. Learn more about both programs, and find out about interesting volunteer opportunities this summer. We look forward to seeing you there!

“Solar Now! University is a conference for those who make and want to make solar projects happen in the Pacific Northwest. It’s where community leaders connect with industry experts; where big ideas meet hands-on information; and where renewable energy leaders illuminate where solar is now and how to help steer it.”

Northwest Solar Communities will be offering a workshop on “Soft Cost” reduction strategies, Northwest SEED will be on a panel on Community Solar, and communities participating in the Northwest Solar Communities effort will be recognized.

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a HEATWISE community ductless heat pump campaign in South Everett. The South Everett Community Coalition is seeking volunteers (neighborhood groups and individuals) from South Everett for outreach efforts.  Register here to attend a free workshop.

HEATWISE: South Everett Workshop Dates

Wednesday, June 18, 7:00 – 8:00PM at Evergreen State Heat and AC, Everett, WA

Wednesday, July 16, 7:00 – 8:00PM at Everett Public Library’s Evergreen Branch

Wednesday, August 13, 7:00 – 8:00PM at Mariner Fire Station #11, Everett, WA

In partnership together, the City of Mercer Island and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign on Mercer Island. The Mercer Island Community Coalition is seeking volunteers (neighborhood groups and individuals) from Mercer Island for outreach efforts.  Register here to attend a free workshop.

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in South County. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Wednesday, July 16, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Workshop #2: Tuesday, August 5, 6:30-8pm, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Workshop #3: Wednesday August 20, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Webinar #1: Thursday, August 28, 12-1, online

Workshop #4: Saturday, Sept 13, 10-11:30am, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Webinar #2: Tuesday, September 23, 12-1, online

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a HEATWISE community ductless heat pump campaign in South Everett. The South Everett Community Coalition is seeking volunteers (neighborhood groups and individuals) from South Everett for outreach efforts.  Register here to attend a free workshop.

HEATWISE: South Everett Workshop Dates

Wednesday, June 18, 7:00 – 8:00PM at Evergreen State Heat and AC, Everett, WA

Wednesday, July 16, 7:00 – 8:00PM at Everett Public Library’s Evergreen Branch

Wednesday, August 13, 7:00 – 8:00PM at Mariner Fire Station #11, Everett, WA

In partnership together, Seattle City Light and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in Southwest Seattle. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Saturday, July 19th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Burien Library

Workshop #2: Thursday, July 24th, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Dakota Place Park Building

Workshop #3: Saturday, August 9th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, White Center Salvation Army Community Center

Webinar #1: Tuesday, August 26th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #4: Wednesday, September 10th, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, South Park Community Center

Webinar #2: Wednesday, September 17th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #5: Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, High Point Community Center

In partnership together, Seattle City Light and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in Southwest Seattle. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Saturday, July 19th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Burien Library

Workshop #2: Thursday, July 24th, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Dakota Place Park Building

Workshop #3: Saturday, August 9th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, White Center Salvation Army Community Center

Webinar #1: Tuesday, August 26th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #4: Wednesday, September 10th, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, South Park Community Center

Webinar #2: Wednesday, September 17th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #5: Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, High Point Community Center

Come visit Northwest SEED at the Northwest Solar Fest at Shoreline Community College! Check out our booth to learn more about solar for you and your neighbors. See you there!

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in South County. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Wednesday, July 16, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Workshop #2: Tuesday, August 5, 6:30-8pm, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Workshop #3: Wednesday August 20, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Webinar #1: Thursday, August 28, 12-1, online

Workshop #4: Saturday, Sept 13, 10-11:30am, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Webinar #2: Tuesday, September 23, 12-1, online

In partnership together, Seattle City Light and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in Southwest Seattle. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Saturday, July 19th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Burien Library

Workshop #2: Thursday, July 24th, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Dakota Place Park Building

Workshop #3: Saturday, August 9th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, White Center Salvation Army Community Center

Webinar #1: Tuesday, August 26th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #4: Wednesday, September 10th, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, South Park Community Center

Webinar #2: Wednesday, September 17th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #5: Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, High Point Community Center

In partnership together, the City of Mercer Island and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign on Mercer Island. The Mercer Island Community Coalition is seeking volunteers (neighborhood groups and individuals) from Mercer Island for outreach efforts.  Register here to attend a free workshop.

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a HEATWISE community ductless heat pump campaign in South Everett. The South Everett Community Coalition is seeking volunteers (neighborhood groups and individuals) from South Everett for outreach efforts.  Register here to attend a free workshop.

HEATWISE: South Everett Workshop Dates

Wednesday, June 18, 6:30 – 7:45PM at Evergreen State Heat and AC, Everett, WA

Wednesday, July 16, 6:30 – 7:45PM at Everett Public Library’s Evergreen Branch

Wednesday, August 13, 6:30 – 7:45PM Mariner Fire Station #11, Everett, WA

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in South County. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Wednesday, July 16, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Workshop #2: Tuesday, August 5, 6:30-8pm, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Workshop #3: Wednesday August 20, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Webinar #1: Thursday, August 28, 12-1, online

Workshop #4: Saturday, Sept 13, 10-11:30am, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Webinar #2: Tuesday, September 23, 12-1, online

In partnership together, Seattle City Light and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in Southwest Seattle. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Saturday, July 19th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Burien Library

Workshop #2: Thursday, July 24th, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Dakota Place Park Building

Workshop #3: Saturday, August 9th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, White Center Salvation Army Community Center

Webinar #1: Tuesday, August 26th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #4: Wednesday, September 10th, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, South Park Community Center

Webinar #2: Wednesday, September 17th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #5: Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, High Point Community Center

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in South County. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Wednesday, July 16, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Workshop #2: Tuesday, August 5, 6:30-8pm, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Workshop #3: Wednesday August 20, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Webinar #1: Thursday, August 28, 12-1, online

Workshop #4: Saturday, Sept 13, 10-11:30am, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Webinar #2: Tuesday, September 23, 12-1, online

In partnership together, Seattle City Light and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in Southwest Seattle. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Saturday, July 19th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Burien Library

Workshop #2: Thursday, July 24th, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Dakota Place Park Building

Workshop #3: Saturday, August 9th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, White Center Salvation Army Community Center

Webinar #1: Tuesday, August 26th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #4: Wednesday, September 10th, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, South Park Community Center

Webinar #2: Wednesday, September 17th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #5: Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, High Point Community Center

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in South County. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Wednesday, July 16, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Workshop #2: Tuesday, August 5, 6:30-8pm, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Workshop #3: Wednesday August 20, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Webinar #1: Thursday, August 28, 12-1, online

Workshop #4: Saturday, Sept 13, 10-11:30am, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Webinar #2: Tuesday, September 23, 12-1, online

In partnership together, Seattle City Light and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in Southwest Seattle. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Saturday, July 19th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Burien Library

Workshop #2: Thursday, July 24th, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Dakota Place Park Building

Workshop #3: Saturday, August 9th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, White Center Salvation Army Community Center

Webinar #1: Tuesday, August 26th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #4: Wednesday, September 10th, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, South Park Community Center

Webinar #2: Wednesday, September 17th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #5: Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, High Point Community Center

In partnership together, the City of Mercer Island and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign on Mercer Island. The Mercer Island Community Coalition is seeking volunteers (neighborhood groups and individuals) from Mercer Island for outreach efforts.  Register here to attend a free workshop.

In partnership together, Snohomish PUD and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in South County. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Wednesday, July 16, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Workshop #2: Tuesday, August 5, 6:30-8pm, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Workshop #3: Wednesday August 20, 6:30-8pm, Lynnwood Library

Webinar #1: Thursday, August 28, 12-1, online

Workshop #4: Saturday, Sept 13, 10-11:30am, Edmonds City Hall, Brackett Room

Webinar #2: Tuesday, September 23, 12-1, online

In partnership together, Seattle City Light and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign in Southwest Seattle. Register here to attend a free workshop.

Workshop #1: Saturday, July 19th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Burien Library

Workshop #2: Thursday, July 24th, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Dakota Place Park Building

Workshop #3: Saturday, August 9th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, White Center Salvation Army Community Center

Webinar #1: Tuesday, August 26th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #4: Wednesday, September 10th, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, South Park Community Center

Webinar #2: Wednesday, September 17th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Online

Workshop #5: Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, High Point Community Center

Event details:
This workgroup meeting is for stakeholders involved in the distributed and community wind sector in the Pacific Northwest (WA, OR, MT, ID, WY). Participants will discuss the goals, vision, and action plan for the workgroup, and local experts will give presentations on relevant topics such as financing, incentives, and policy.  The meeting is organized by the Northwest Wind Resource and Action Center with funding from the US Department of Energy’s WINDExchange program. Participants can join in person or via webinar.  Please register here. 

Location:
Energy Trust of Oregon
421 SW Oak Street, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97204

 Agenda:

• 9:30am – Sign-in, light refreshments, mingle
• 10:00am – Welcome and introductions
• 10:15am – Introduction to Northwest Wind Resource & Action Center and Distributed/Community Wind Workgroup
• 10:30am – Distributed wind topics
• 11:15am – Community wind topics
• Noon-12:30 – no-host lunch break
• 12:30pm – Grants and incentives
• 1:15pm – Financing options
• 2:00-2:30pm – Wrap up discussion and next steps

Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/distributedcommunity-wind-workgroup-meeting-tickets-13205398703

A Webinar is also available for those who cannot attend in person. Registration is here: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/809166302

In partnership together, the City of Mercer Island and Northwest SEED are preparing to launch a new Solarize campaign on Mercer Island. The Mercer Island Community Coalition is seeking volunteers (neighborhood groups and individuals) from Mercer Island for outreach efforts.  Register here to attend a free workshop.

As the cost of rooftop solar systems continues to fall and awareness of benefits is raised through Solarize campaigns and increased visibility, more citizens are choosing to install solar. Local jurisdictions may want to be prepared for increased permit requests. This webinar will review the State Building Code update on rooftop solar installations and introduce the tools and best practice recommendations developed by the Northwest Solar Communities initiative to support jurisdictions in implementing the code. Checklists and templates will be provided to help jurisdictions ensure cost-effective, streamlined permitting. The webinar includes presentations and Q&A with:

• Gary Nordeen, WSU Energy Program: State Code Update on Solar
• Mia Devine, Northwest SEED: Tools and Best Practices for Permitting Solar
• Paul Andersson, City of Bellevue: Our City’s Experience

Event details:
This workgroup meeting is for stakeholders involved in the distributed and community wind sector in the Pacific Northwest (WA, OR, MT, ID, WY). Participants will discuss the latest market challenges and solutions, and local experts will give presentations on relevant topics such as financing, incentives, and policy.  The meeting is organized by the Northwest Wind Resource and Action Center with funding from the US Department of Energy’s WINDExchange program. Participants can join in person or via webinar.  Please register here. 

In-Person Location:
Vaisala 3TIER
2001 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121

Webinar Option:
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/436500653
Conference call number: 712-432-1500, Passcode: 872009#

 Agenda:

• 9:30am – Sign-in, light refreshments, mingle
• 10:00am – Welcome and introductions
• 10:15 Current Market Issues & Trenda
• 11:15 Case Studies
• Noon lunch break
• 12:30pm Upcoming Grant Opportunities
• 12:45 State Policy Roundup
• 2:15 Wrap up and next steps

Oregon’s Energy Future Conference, April 16, 2015 – Portland

Now in its ninth year this is Oregon’s signature clean energy event, bringing together members of the energy industry, energy policy & economic development leaders, project hosts, and users of energy services. Northwest SEED members receive a $25 discount. Use Discount Code “OREF15” when registering. Presented by Northwest Environmental Business Council (NEBC).

http://www.energyfutureconf.com/or15/