CvilleREA

Good piece by Charles Paullin on upcoming clean energy bills waiting on action by Governor Youngkin. We look forward to Charles's commentary on all of these bills and the state policy outlook for energy at CvilleREA's Power and Policy Forum next week. https://lnkd.in/egWqKUQ8

Looking forward to seeing colleagues from CvilleREA member companies Apex Clean Energy, Sun Tribe, Virtue Solar, Urban Grid, Hexagon Energy, SunDay Solar, ?rsted, East Point Energy, BayWa r.e. Americas, Tiger Solar, Torch Clean Energy, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Ltd, and Lumin, an ABB company at our Power and Policy Forum on March 26th in Charlottesville. A great set of panels will dive into the clean energy policy landscape of Virginia. We have with special state level legislators Sen. Creigh Deeds, Del. Katrina Callsen, and Del. Amy Laufer as panelists throughout the day. Dwayne Yancey of Cardinal News is tapped to moderate a special lunch panel. https://lnkd.in/e43Kqhx3 - to register and for more information.

CvilleREA is excited to announce our annual Policy and Power Forum that will be held on March 26th in Charlottesville. A stellar set of panelists including our state level politicos carrying clean energy bills will review the state of play of energy policy in the commonwealth of Virginia. We have limited registrations for non-CvilleREA members. https://lnkd.in/e43Kqhx3 - to register and for more information.

CvilleREA hosted our local VA state representatives for a lunch discussion today. Thank you to Del. Katrina Callsen, Del. Amy Laufer, and Sen. Creigh Deeds for a lively discussion of renewable energy policy in the Commonwealth and the upcoming General Assembly session. Executives from CvilleREA member companies Apex Clean Energy, Hexagon Energy, Urban Grid, ?rsted, East Point Energy, Sun Tribe, and BayWa r.e. Global all participated.

Exciting news! CvilleREA is thrilled to be attending the Party for the Planet 2024, hosted by The Climate Collaborative. This incredible event celebrates the innovation and collaboration driving us towards a sustainable future. As the climate crisis continues to evolve, it's more important than ever for businesses, communities, and individuals to unite in creating impactful solutions. We look forward to hearing from thoughtful leaders, connecting with passionate climate advocates, and learning about actionable strategies that can help us make a real difference. Sustainability is not just a goal – it’s a responsibility we all share. Let's take this opportunity to inspire and empower each other for a healthier planet!

I have been watching one of Cville REA’s based solar installers Tiger Solar install the new array on First United Methodist Church’s roof from my East Point Energy office window. Good to see safety ropes and harnesses being used!

Cville REA met with our local state representatives including Senator Creigh Deeds, Delegate Katrina Callsen, and delegate Amy Laufer to discuss how to deploy more clean energy in Virginia. Appreciate Apex Clean Energy for hosting us and colleagues from Lumin, Sun Tribe, Tiger Solar, East Point Energy, SunDay Solar, Hexagon Energy, BayWa r.e. Americas, Urban Grid, and our newest member MADISON RENEWABLES, LLC. Lots of work to do in the next general assembly and we appreciate our local representatives interest in collaborating.