Now in its 9th year, the Solar Washington Solar Summit is an important annual information gathering and networking event for anyone working in or around the solar field, for residential and business solar owners and would-be owner, for solar advocates, enthusiasts and educators, and for utilities, government and Tribes. The Solar Summit tackles the most timely issues and most talked about conversations surrounding solar energy and solar adoption in Washington.
This year at Shoreline Community College, we have planned a track for youths and students that will include attendance to plenary sessions, a private solar training session that will offer hands-on experience learning how solar panels produce electricity with a demonstration and explanation of the different components of a solar photovoltaic system, and a career exploration opportunity.
Date: Friday 10/4/24
Time: 7:30am-2:00pm
Location: PUB 9000 Building
Cost: $10
Your registration ($10) also includes optional breakfast 7:30 to 8:30 and lunch at noon.
For more information: www.solarwa.org/2024solsummit
Student & Youth Track – Schedule (draft)
7:30-8:30: Breakfast (Optional)
8:30-9:30: Plenary Session: Advancing Energy Equity
What is energy equity and justice? How does energy equity and justice intersect with solar? This panel will cover effective community engagement strategies, tribal energy visions, and how communities can design and implement clean energy projects. Join us to learn how solar energy can drive Washington’s energy and environmental justice goals.
9:30-10:30: Plenary Session: Electrification and Decarbonization
In this overview of Washington’s path to a decarbonized energy sector by 2050, our panel will explore innovative technologies and policies for decarbonizing the state and its commercial buildings and will cover practical steps for Washingtonians to decarbonize their own homes. We will leave you with several actions that you can take to start your journey towards a decarbonized future.
10:30-11:00: Break – visit exhibitors
11:00-12:00: Youth solar training: hands-on experience to learn how solar panels produce electricity with a demonstration and explanation of the different components of a solar photovoltaic system
12:00-1:00: Lunch (included)
12:30-1:00: Keynote Presentation
Anna Lising is Governor Jay Inslee Senior Policy Advisor on Energy issues.
1:00-2:00: Career Exploration and Networking: Join Solar Professionals to discuss possible career options (bring your resume)
Russell Investments and the Foster School of Business invite you and your classmates at Shoreline Community College to our information session to discover how this competition can transform your academic and professional journey. It’s a fantastic way to apply business skills to real-world cases!
Date: Friday, August 2nd
Time: 1 – 2 PM
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: RIICC Info Session (https://tinyurl.com/RIICCInfo)
Who Should Attend: Regional college students passionate about business and problem-solving. Faculty and staff are also welcome. Learn about RIICC and get your questions answered.
About RIICC: Hosted by the Foster School of Business, RIICC challenges students to showcase their global business expertise. Teams analyze, devise solutions, and present strategies for a complex business case. The competition will be held in November 2024 with no participation costs.
Don’t miss this golden opportunity to gain real-world experience, enhance your resume, and make meaningful connections.
