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Microgrids in the Pacific Northwest - Policy, Planning, & Funding Opportunities
Oct. 21st 10-11am PST | Virtual
Energy resilience is a major priority for much of the Pacific Northwest. As prolonged grid disruptions become more common in the region, how can microgrids help rural and Tribal communities keep the lights on? Join Sustainable Northwest and the Making Energy Work Coalition to find out!
We will be hearing from a group of experts steeped in the space, including:
Anders Alexander, Policy Committee member with Washington Solar Energy Industries Association to tee-up Washington’s 2026 microgrid bills, harnessing the momentum of Oregon passing HB 2065/2066 last year
Nathan Cheek, Community Energy & Economy Manager with Wallowa Resources to discuss Wallowa County's proposed microgrid project
Peter Kernan, Sr. Utility Analyst and AR 681 staff lead from Oregon Public Utility Commission
Bayoan Ware, Sr. Project Manager with Energy Trust of Oregon to present their custom microgrid incentive and upcoming funding opportunities