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Center for Energy Workforce Development Launches Tribal-Focused Education Module
The Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD) recently announced the launch of a new Tribal elective module as part of its Energy Industry Fundamentals (EIF) 2.0 curriculum. Sponsored by Enbridge, the module is the first elective addition to EIF and is designed...
FWEE Electricity Production Free Teacher Training & Kit
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, this elementary school virtual training is free! Curriculum introduces students to the future of clean energy to include modules with solar, wind and hydropower. This training is open to all elementary teachers in the...
Puget Sound Energy Foundation Launches New Scholarship Program
The Puget Sound Energy Foundation (PSEF) recently announced the launch of its "Powerful Scholars" program, a comprehensive scholarship initiative designed to support students pursuing STEM education and skilled trade certifications in Washington. The Powerful Scholars...
New Solar Farm at Former Kentucky Coal Mine
A new 111 MW solar power facility has been built on reclaimed land at a former coal mine site in Kentucky. Earlier this month, the facility entered commercial operation. The Martin County Solar Project (MCSP) is among the largest solar farms in the state and also one...
Temporary Halt to Leasing and Permitting for Wind Energy Projects
Photo credit: NREL Offshore Wind Research One of the many executive orders signed by President Donald Trump on Monday temporarily halts offshore wind lease sales in federal waters and pauses the issuance of approvals, permits, and loans for both onshore and offshore...
Spokane AAMMC Tech Hub Awarded $48M Federal Grant
The leaders of Spokane’s American Aerospace Materials Manufacturing Center Tech Hub have selected a 386,000-square-foot facility as its HQ. (ATC Manufacturing Photo) Early last week, the American Aerospace Materials Manufacturing Center (AAMMC) announced that the...
Industry and Government Partners Coordinate Response to CA Wildfires
Earlier this week, the CEO-led Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council (ESCC) held a call to ensure that electricity providers in the state have no unmet resource needs. The call brought together leaders from the highest levels or industry and government to...
REC Silicon Shuts Down Moses Lake Manufacturing Plant
REC Silicon's manufacturing site in Moses Lake, WA. (REC Silicon Photo) Owners of REC Silicon have announced the company will end production at its Moses Lake facility, according to a press release issued Monday, Dec. 30th, 2024. The shutdown is expected to take about...
Dept Of Commerce Clean Building Performance Grants
The Washington State Department of Commerce is accepting applications for the Clean Building Performance Grants program, which provides funding to help private and public building owners make improvements to meet Washington's Clean Buildings Performance Standard....
CCW Celebrates Five Years of Career Connected Learning
JumpStart trainees, employers and staff with Gov, Jay Inslee Fall 2024 Career Connect Washington (CCW) celebrated its five-year anniversary at Seattle Colleges Wood Technology Center in November, with special guest Governor Jay Inslee. The event highlighted CCW’s...