Clean Energy Excellence

The Pacific Northwest Center of Excellence for Clean Energy is a statewide and regional resource that represents the interests of the energy industry and our labor partners, within the Washington State Community and Technical College system.

About Us
We exist to narrow the gap between employers’ demands for a highly skilled workforce and the colleges’ ability to supply work-ready graduates. We convene industry and labor to help drive workforce development initiatives — and coordinate community college resources after industry and labor set the direction.

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The energy industry — globally, nationally, and in Washington state — is in the midst of tremendous change. Significant growth in the renewable/clean energy sector has occurred in recent years and forecasts show that this trend will continue. Washington state is on the leading edge of new developments and emerging technologies, and the state is well positioned to accelerate the shift toward a clean energy economy to support state environmental and economic goals. The future growth in clean energy depends on a well-qualified workforce to design, build, operate, and maintain renewable energy plants and equipment.

Who We Serve

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Students

Discover detailed information about education and career pathways in energy.

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Educators

Explore educational resources and curriculum for home or the classroom.

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Industry

Resources such as reports, publications, and funding opportunities for all our partners.

News

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Spring 2025- Securing the Supply Chain Summit at CBC

Spring 2025- Securing the Supply Chain Summit at CBC

Securing the Supply Chain Summit- Building Resilience in the Supply Chain Your Washington State Centers of Excellence invite you to join us for our 10th annual Securing the Supply Chain Summit! This event will be a filled with insightful discussions, practical...

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Events

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AI-Powered Homes: The Future of Smarter Living

Step into the world of smart homes with Dr. Draguna Vrabie as she reveals how AI is changing the way we live. From energy-saving systems that learn your daily routines to devices that respond instantly to your needs, AI is making homes more intelligent and efficient than ever.

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January 10, 2025
Northeastern University
Seattle, WA

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POWERGEN International

POWERGEN International® stands as the premier networking and business hub for power generation professionals and solution providers. Bringing together power producers, utilities, EPCs, consultants, OEMs, and large-scale energy users, it serves as a platform to explore innovative solutions amid the shift towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.

Regular Registration Ends 2/8/25

February 11-13, 2025
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center
Dallas, TX

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Securing the Supply Chain Summit- Building Resilience in the Supply Chain

This FREE event will be a filled with insightful discussions, practical workshops, and networking opportunities focused on security and building resilience in the supply chain, as well as highlighting the brand new Logisitics and Resilience Degree program being offered at Columbia Basin College.

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April 24, 2025
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA