Posts by Chris Connolly
May 2023 Newsletter – Legislative session wrap ups, new blogs on markets, beat the heat
We’re hiring! We’re hiring! Check out our website for the Communications & Events Coordinator position and please help spread the word. Featured Success! GiveBIG & 2023 Spring Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Thank you to everyone who donated and helped us during GiveBIG this year. We’re excited to announce that we have exceeded our goal…
Read MoreClean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest – Spring 2023
The NW Energy Coalition hosted our annual Spring Conference across two half-day sessions on May 4 and May 9. Before we dive into a recap of the conference’s panels, we’d like to thank our sponsors, without whom this event would not have been possible! May 4: Local Energy Resources and Resiliency The first morning of…
Read MoreSmart Buildings Exchange – August 15-17, 2023
Presented by: Smart Buildings Center Virtual & in-person August 15-17, 2023, 9am PT Find out more and register here. Join the Seattle-based Smart Buildings Center for the free 2023 Smart Buildings Exchange (SBX) to be held virtually & in-person August 15-17, 2023. Interactive conference sessions featuring a mix of panel discussions and case study presentations will…
Read MoreGrid Forward’s Annual Member Meeting & Symposium – June 23, 2023
Presented by: Grid Forward AC Marriot, Vancouver, WA June 23, 2023, 12-5pm PT Find out more and register here. Grid Forward’s annual membership meetings always feature exciting advances: new board members, learning the winners of our annual Grid Innovator Awards, a recap of the year that passed and a glimpse into the year ahead. This year,…
Read More2023 Montana Legislative Session Wrap Up
The 2023 Montana State Legislature adjourned on May 2nd, 2023, the 87th legislative day. Republicans held a super majority and the ability to override a Governor veto. While much of the attention was placed on social issues, several anti-clean energy bills passed. A large focus was placed on eliminating the ability for localities to make…
Read MoreWhy we work at NW Energy Coalition
Everyday, we are fortunate enough to work with brilliant advocates, passionate member groups, and dedicated decision makers to advance clean, affordable, and equitable energy policy. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and funders, we are able to make a significant impact on the decarbonization of the Northwest, creating a grid that is equitable and…
Read More2023 Washington Legislative Session Wrap Up
The 2023 Washington State Legislative session concluded on April 24 and there were several significant victories for clean, affordable, and equitable energy. This year’s legislative session was a “long session,” during which the capital and operating budgets are passed. It was also the first year that revenue was available from the Climate Commitment Act (CCA)…
Read MoreGiveBIG 2023 starts today!
GiveBig 2023 launches on Tuesday, April 18, with the main event happening on May 2 & 3! GiveBig is two days of online giving to your favorite nonprofits – including us! This year we want to raise $20,000 by May 3. Thanks to NWEC board members and donors, we have a match of $10,000! Every…
Read MoreApril 2023 newsletter – First ever Clean Energy Plan, rate increases, and more
Featured Panelist line-ups announced for the Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Panelist line-ups for our Spring 2023 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference have been announced and can be found on our website! Panelists will discuss the following topics, with ample time for questions from the audience: The conference will close out with a keynote address…
Read MoreWestern Market Benefits to the Northwest
The West is in the midst of determining how to structure itself into electricity markets, with significant implications for utilities, customers, and the future of a clean, equitable, and affordable western grid. Electricity markets can coordinate and optimize the electricity grid, creating a system that is more reliable, can transition to clean energy faster, and…
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