Center of Excellence for Clean Energy

RE+ Microgrids
2025-03-19 08:00 - 2025-03-20 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, WA, 70130, United States
Join us for RE+ Microgrids, a new event dedicated to advancing the rapidly evolving world of microgrids. This dynamic event will spotlight cutting-edge developments in both DC and hybrid AC/DC microgrids, with a comprehensive focus on behind-the-meter and front-of-the-meter applications. Attendees will explore the latest in technology, innovation, and policy shaping the microgrid landscape.
Featuring expert-led sessions curated by event partners EMerge Alliance and the Microgrid Resources Coalition, the program will dive deep into key topics such as insights on the market landscape, resiliency, serving vulnerable communities, emergency response, utilities and regulatory innovation to power progress, community microgrids, and conclude with the critical elements necessary for creating a favorable landscape for microgrid expansion.

Details:

March 19-20, 2025
New Orleans, LA
Workshops available March 18, $295/workshop
Ful Conference Pass: $855 for SEIA or SEPA members, $1005 for nonmembers
Advanced pricing through Feb. 6, 2025- Register now!

Schedule includes:

Insights into the Microgrid Market Landscape
Energy Transition Theater: An Islanded, Wind Powered Microgrid
The Microgrid Solution: Businesses Looking for Resiliency
Energy Transition Theater: A Real-World Approach to Power Data Centers with Renewables and Advanced Nuclear

CEATI Hydropower Conference 2025
2025-03-24 08:00 - 2025-03-28 17:00 | The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa, 71333 Dinah Shore Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States
Hydropower Horizons – Shaping the Role of Hydropower in Tomorrow’s Energy Landscape

For more than 15 years, CEATI has gathered utility leaders, experts and influencers from the hydropower industry at this prestigious event to advance the science and operational goals of the hydropower industry. Our 2025 event will host over 700 utility professionals from a variety of leadership roles, including Dam Safety Engineers, Plant Managers, Hydrologists and Business Executives. This is a unique opportunity to inform the direction of Hydropower Horizons and connect with the leaders who make it happen.
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The event will feature presentations and tracks on themes such as:

Dam Safety
Hydropower Plant Equipment
Hydropower Operation & Planning
Pumped Storage
Workforce Development

Registration:

General Admission (non-CEATI members) $1,495
Additional Exhibitor/Sponsor Pass: $1,050
Discounts available for students

Waterpower Week
2025-03-31 08:00 - 2025-04-02 17:00 | Capital Hilton, 1001 16th Street NW, Washinton DC, WA, 20036, United States
This event is geared towards professionals in the North American hydro industry who are focused on Policy and Advocacy. Water Power Week 2025 will provide a unique opportunity for attendees to concentrate on regulatory, policy, markets, and legislative aspects of their work. Additionally, they will have the chance to hear from and network with others who affect the industry – regulators, resource agencies, and environmental communities.

Details

March 31-April 2, 2025
Captial Hilton, Washington DC
Water Power Week includes 14 hours of programming related to policy, legislation, regulation, and wholesale electricity market topics.

Registration prices

Standard rate: $1,225
NHA member rate: $995

NWPPA Engineering & Operations Conference and Trade Show
2025-04-15 08:00 - 2025-04-17 17:00 | Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
WHAT TO EXPECT
Engaging Keynote Speakers: Gain insights from industry leaders, visionaries, and pioneers who are shaping the utility landscape.New Technology Showcase: Immerse yourself in the latest advancements, from smart grids to renewable energy solutions, that are propelling utilities into the digital age.Networking: Connect with professionals, experts, and innovators from across the region, fostering collaborations that will drive excellence.
Who Should Attend:
Electric utility engineering and operations personnel, as well as those in information technology, safety, purchasing, environmental, accounting, communications, or any area where a more in-depth knowledge of engineering and operations would be beneficial.

Date: April 15-17, 2025
Venue: Spokane Convention Center
Fees:
MemberEarly Bird (ends 3/15/2025): $800Standard: $875
Non-MemberEarly Bird (ends 3/15/2025): $1,200Standard: $1,275
Spouse/guest (includes all events and meals; guest must not be a utility employee): $300
For exhibitor and/or spouse registration, please contact (360) 254-0109 or registration@nwppa.org.

Hotels:
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Spokane City Center322 N. Spokane Falls CourtSpokane, WA 99201(509) 455-9600Room rate: $185
Please book your DoubleTree by Hilton room as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, March 25, 2025, to secure the discounted group rate.
The Davenport Grand333 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.Spokane, WA 99201(509) 458-3330Room rate: $185
Please book your Davenport Grand room as soon as possible, but no later than Wednesday, March 19, 2025, to secure the discounted group rate.

Register today!

Securing the Supply Chain Summit- Building Resilience in the Supply Chain
2025-04-24 09:00 - 16:00 | Columbia Basin College, 2600 North 20th Avenue, Pasco, WA, 99301, United States
Join the Centers of Excellence for the 10th annual Securing the Supply Chain Summit!
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. Come and learn from industry experts, share your experiences, and gain valuable insights into supply chain resilience. Speakers from industry, policy organizations and education will delve into the challenges to the supply chain, how it is changing, and what will need to happen in the future.

Make sure to register and join us for a networking reception the night before the conference, on April 23rd at 4:30pm. All attendees are invited and refreshments will be provided.
Agenda and presenters list coming soon!

44th Annual Washington Women in Trades Fair
2025-05-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
The 2025 Trades Fair will feature enthusiastic exhibitors showcasing opportunities, giving middle & high school students a taste of the vast variety opportunities that are available to them.

Expect to see union apprenticeship and college training programs, construction companies, city and county utilities, along with fire and police department representatives.

Washington Women in Trades 44th Annual Trades FairDate: Friday, May 2Time: 9am to 2pmLocation: Fisher Pavilion at Seattle CenterExhibitor & School Registration is now OPEN

Attendees include students from schools all over Washington State, working adult women looking to make a career change and anyone else who thinks they might want to walk a girder, hammer a nail, tie wire or finish some concrete.
All are welcome, and FREE admission!

Offshore Technology Conference
2025-05-05 08:00 - 2025-05-08 17:00 | NRG Park, 8600 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX, 77054, United States
The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) serves as a central hub convening energy professionals from around the world to share ideas and innovations, discuss, debate, and build consensus around the most pressing topics facing the offshore energy sector.
Whether it’s oil and gas, solar, wind, hydrogen, or other marine resources, these conversations will be centered around the innovations that could help shift and drive the world’s energy mix.

Tickets
Member:Early Bird, 4 day: $200Early Bird, 1 day: $140Standard, 4 day: $300Standard, 1 day: $170
Non-Member:Early Bird, 4 day: $400Early Bird, 1 day: $340Standard, 4 day: $500Standard, 1 day: $370

Agenda includes a keynote speaker series and a technical program. Highlights include:

Atlanta Field – Unlocking The Deepest Heavy Oil Field In The World
Charting America’s Offshore Wind Future: Federal Perspectives and Pathways
Energy of the Future: Sustainable Innovation
Impact of Hydrogen in the Energy Transition
Driving Efficiency and Innovation in Offshore Production Through Electrification
Innovative Subsurface Approaches for the Success of Carbon Capture and Storage
Offshore Wind Design Challenges and Advancements

Forging a Future in Fusion: Career Pathways & Networking Panel
2025-05-06 15:00 - 17:00 | CleanTech Alliance, 1301 Fifth Ave, Suite 1500, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
During national fusion energy week, CleanTech Alliance will be hosting a hybrid panel discussion featuring early to mid-career professionals from leading fusion companies Avalanche Energy, Zap Energy, and Helion as they share their journeys into the fusion industry! Whether you’re a student, a professional looking to pivot into fusion, or simply curious about how people get started in this field, this event will provide valuable firsthand insights into career paths, challenges, and opportunities in fusion energy.

Event Schedule

3:00pm Panel Discussion: Hear from early and mid-career professionals about their paths into fusion, lessons learned, and advice for those interested in the industry
4:00pm Networking Mixer: Connect with panelists and fellow attendees over non-alcoholic beverages and food

Ticket Prices:

General Ticket: $40
Virtual Ticket: $30

Virtual Option: A Zoom link will be made available for remote attendees (registration required)

Spring 2025 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference
2025-05-07 10:00 - 17:00 | University of Montana, Missoula, 32 Campus Dr., Missoula, MT, 59812, United States
Join the NW Energy Coalition this spring in Missoula for the Clean & Affordable Energy Conference! There will be three panel discussions throughout the day featuring dialogue from experts in Montana on moving clean energy transition forward. There will also be an interactive table top discussion where attendees can discuss shared goals in building a clean, affordable, and equitable energy system in the Northwest.

Date: May 7, 2025
Venue: University of Montana, Missoula, UC Grand Foyer, North Ballroom
Tickets

Members: $129
Non-Members: $179

Panels

1: Energy Resources for the Benefit of Tribal Communities
2: Energy System Reliability and Transmission
3: Energy Efficiency and Affordable Housing in Rural Communities

Register now!

The CEWD Forum
2025-05-13 08:00 - 2025-05-14 17:00 | The Ritz-Carlton, 921 Canal St, New Orleans, LA, 70112, United States
The CEWD Forum offers two days of transformative programming for industry leaders who are focused on cultivating workplaces that mirror the vibrant communities they serve. The re-tooled and re-imagined Forum will convene stakeholders to digest recent changes that are impacting how we address industry priorities and business imperatives including workforce access, inclusion, representation, belonging, corporate culture, systemic change, accessibility, and equity.

Registration is open!
Member Pricing
General Registration: $450
Last Minute Registration (begins April 24): $550
Non-Member Pricing
General Registration: $650
Last Minute Registration (begins April 24): $750

Interested in sponsoring?
Join Entergy for this year’s event! With multiple sponsorship opportunities available there is something for everyone.
Check it out here.

PNW Climate Week
2025-07-16 08:00 - 2025-07-25 17:00 | WA
Join PNW Climate Week for a week+ of community-powered events that showcase the region as a hub for climate action, leadership, and innovation; sparking new ideas, forging lasting partnerships, and empowering people to take action.

Bringing together innovators, advocates, and climate-curious citizens in over 10 cities – including Seattle, Vancouver, Portland, Bellevue, Bellingham, Tacoma, and more – there is something for everyone.

Events of the week include tours, expert panels, workshops, happy hours, volunteer opportunities, sites visits, and more! Check out the events page to learn about all the amazing things happening, including:

Tour of Smith Tower LEED retrofit followed by panel of experts, both commercial and residential
Conducting Your First Life-Cycle Assessment: A Hands-On Workshop
CleanTech Alliance Summer Block Party
Tour the UW Power Plant
NextGen Geothermal in the PNW
Cascadia College & UW Bothell Campus Sustainability Tour
AI: Hope, Hype, and Harm – The Missing Variable

2025 PNWER Annual Summit
2025-07-20 08:00 - 2025-07-24 17:00 | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
Legislators, business leaders, academics, and policymakers from the U.S. and Canada will gather in Bellevue, Washington for PNWER’s 34th Annual Summit from July 20-24 to discuss regional economic best practices and trade concerns.
Throughout the event, discussions will highlight groundbreaking innovations and explore how the region can harness emerging technologies to tackle key challenges and drive future growth. It will be an opportunity to engage with our region’s key decision makers on both sides of the border.

Agenda topics include:

Powering the Future: A Executive Roundtable on the Energy Landscape
Energy & Hydrogen
The Future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Technology & the Future of Water

RegistrationRegistration rates vary, see website for details.
Venue & Accommodations:PNWER has a block of rooms available at the venue, Hyatt Regency Bellevue.

Mid-C Seminar
2025-07-22 08:00 - 2025-07-23 17:00 | Wenatchee Convention Center, 121 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Transforming Power Markets: Keeping the Lights On?

The Power Markets Mid C Seminar provides a dynamic platform to explore the transformation of the electricity landscape and its critical role in shaping a reliable, efficient, and low-carbon future.
This year’s event, themed ‘Transforming Power Markets: Keeping the Lights On?, ‘ highlights the intersection of policy, technology, and market dynamics, emphasizing innovative strategies to modernize power systems and seamlessly integrate renewable energy.

Registration
Early Bird, ends March 31: $695Regular: $ 795
Venue
Wenatchee Convention Center
See Accommodation & Travel for nearby hotels. Cutoff dates end as early as 6/1.

Agenda
Day 1:Optional golf and wine tasting events (additional $50 each)Reception Dinner at the Ohme Gardens
Day 2:Keynote sessionPresentationsPanel Discussions

NWPPA Women in Public Power
2025-07-29 08:00 - 2025-07-30 17:00 | The Historic Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post Street, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
This year’s WIPP Conference continues the tradition of honoring issues specific to women from all areas and levels within the public power industry. It is a place for leaders at all levels—whether you are a customer/member service representative, director/commissioner, meter reader, CEO, accountant, purchaser, or any other employee—to network and learn from one another.

Agenda includes:

Welcome Reception
Confidence Is Not Rocket Science: How to Overcome Impostor Syndrome
Breaking Barriers: Women in Non-Traditional Roles
NRECA’s Women in Power Mentoring Program
AI at Work: Using Technology Responsibly

Registration Rates:(Early Bird Rates End 6/28)

Utility Member Early Bird: $890
Utility Member Standard: $965
Associate Member Early Bird: $1,335
Associate Member Standard: $1,410
Non-Member Early Bird: $1,780
Non-Member Standard: $1,855

FWEE Hydro Educators Summit 2025
2025-08-04 08:00 - 2025-08-05 17:00 | Rocky Reach Dam & Visitors Center, 5000 State Hwy 97A, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
The Foundation for Water and Energy Education is hosting the Hydro Educators Summit: Turning Water into Clean Power.
Event Details:When: August 4–5Where: Rocky Reach Dam & Discovery Center, 5000 US-97 ALT, Wenatchee, WA 98801Cost: Free (please note: hotel accommodations and optional events are not included)

Why Attend?This summit is your chance to dive into the world of hydropower alongside passionate educators from across the region! Connect with fellow hydro education leaders, spark fresh ideas, explore hands-on curriculum and dynamic science demos, and uncover powerful new resources to ignite curiosity and bring the magic of hydropower to life in your classrooms and communities.

Get more information or RSVP to: info@fwee.org

ASES Solar 2025: Innovation for Universal Renewable Energy Access
2025-08-04 08:00 - 2025-08-06 17:00 | University of Colorado Boulder, 1669 Euclid Avenue, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is proud to present SOLAR 2025, the annual National Solar Conference, under the theme “Innovation for Universal Renewable Energy Access” on August 4-6 in Boulder, Colorado. This year, the conference will return to a fully in-person format as ASES brings together thought leaders, researchers, industry professionals, advocates, and enthusiasts in a collaborative space to drive forward the renewable energy transition. SOLAR 2025 will feature inspiring keynote speakers, interactive panel discussions, technical sessions, hands-on workshops, and vibrant networking opportunities.
Registration:

Single day Pass: $400
NABCEP Course: $250
Full Conference Pass: $800

Webinar Series: CEWD’s EnergyConnector Industry Call to Action
2025-08-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
CEWD’s Take Action in August: Energy Curriculum Adoption

Weekly webinars spotlighting energy curriculum tools, strategies, and collaboration opportunities.

The first of CEWD’s programs is an “all call workshop” for industry employers and labor partners to walk hand-in-hand through the registration process of the new EnergyConnector platform, a digital matchmaking tool that connects educators with local energy organizations offering real-world learning experiences like guest speaking, field trips, lab donations, and externships.

Monday, August 4, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00pm ESTRegister Here.Audience: Energy sector employers and labor organizations

All energy companies and labor partners across the industry are encouraged to enroll in the EnergyConnector in August so educators know we are serious about collaboration with them. It’s go time. It’s time to Take Action August.

Webinar Series: CEWD’s Energy Education Support: Prepare for the New Academic Year
2025-08-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
CEWD’s Energy Education Support: Prepare for the New Academic Year

Weekly webinars spotlighting energy curriculum tools, strategies, and collaboration opportunities.

Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00pm ESTRegister Here.Audience: Educators of all grade levels interested in introducing or strengthening energy curriculum

If you are an educator who wants to learn more about energy education resources, this session is for you.

During the presentation, educators will be introduced to Accelerator: a curated library of free, ENR-aligned courses and resources that help students and educators fast-track their readiness with certifications, labs, and instructor-led training options as well as EnergyConnector: A digital matchmaking tool that connects educators with local companies offering real-world learning experiences like guest speaking, field trips, lab donations, and externships. CEWD will conclude the time together with review of Navigator: A library of actionable resources to bring energy instruction to life.

AGI Day 2025
2025-08-20 09:00 - 18:30 | Washington State University Tri-Cities, 2700 Crimson Way, Richlabd, WA, 99354, United States
Washington State University and The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory invite you to join AGI Day 2025: Building and Operating an Affordable, Reliable, and Secure Regional Grid.

Registration is live!

Webinar Series: CEWD’s Tool Kit: How-to Guides and More
2025-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
CEWD’s Take Action in August: Energy Curriculum Adoption

Weekly webinars spotlighting energy curriculum tools, strategies, and collaboration opportunities.

This session offers all the bells and whistles for those who are looking for tangible and practical resources. Take a stroll through fliers, one-pagers, how-to guides, sample programs and other guides and templates for industry, educators, workforce systems, community-based organizations and others ready to get to work in bringing greater visibility to energy careers and preparing learners for high growth, high wage energy careers.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00pm ESTRegister Here.Audience: Everyone interested in the adoption of energy curriculum and the ENR CC

Attendees will learn how to access the various offerings for both early preparation and long-term ENR program adoption.

Green Transportation Summit & Expo
2025-08-26 08:00 - 2025-08-28 15:00 | Greater Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
The Green Transportation Summit and Expo (GTSE) is the Pacific Northwest’s premier event for collaboration among industry professionals, fleets, public entities, and stakeholders dedicated to sustainable transportation. This year, the conference will recenter around its core: the fleets, policies, and infrastructure crucial to progressing the green transportation industry.
Now in its 15th year, GTSE 2025 will feature its densely packed schedule with a high-energy expo hall, Ride and Drive event, and agenda. Co-located with RE+ Northwest 2025, the event will highlight solar, storage, wind energy, and electric vehicle infrastructure integration. Join us in Tacoma to join the force on mission to “Accelerate to Zero”.

Time & LocationAugust 26, 2025, 8:00am- August 28, 2025, 3:00pm
Early Bird TicketsSale Ends May 15, 2025
Full Conference Pass, $499-Includes Ride and Drive, 3-day session pass, expo hall pass, welcome reception, and expo reception
One Day Pass, Tues & Wed, $299– Does not include lunch
One Day Pass, Thurs, $209– Does not include lunch
Lunch Ticket, $55-If desired to go with the single day passes

Webinar Series: CEWD’s Overview of Everything New in Energy Education
2025-09-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
CEWD’s Take Action in August: Energy Curriculum Adoption

Weekly webinars spotlighting energy curriculum tools, strategies, and collaboration opportunities.

Thursday, September 4, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00pm ESTRegister Here. Audience: Everyone who is looking for one-stop shopping on all new energy education resources

Drum roll, please! Join CEWD to preview the revised Get Into Energy (GIE) & CEWD websites: Centralized platforms where all content, tools, and resources supporting adoption of energy curriculum and the Energy and Natural Resources Career Cluster will live—serving as the go-to destination to explore, launch, and scale energy education and awareness across the U.S.

RE+ 25: Renewing What's Possible
2025-09-08 - 2025-09-11 | The Venetian Expo, 201 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV, 89169, United States
RE+ 25
Powered by Solar Energy Industries Association and Smart Electric Power Alliance

RE+ brings the modern energy industry together to foster a cleaner future. 2024 marked its 20th year as the largest and most comprehensive event in North America for the clean energy industry. What began as Solar Power International (SPI) has evolved into RE+, uniting an extensive alliance of renewable energy leaders for multiple days of programming and networking opportunities. Today, RE+ incorporates business opportunities and education content across the clean energy industry including solar, energy storage, hydrogen, microgrids, EV charging and infrastructure, and wind energy.

Agenda includes topics such as:

Business Intelligence: Workforce, ESG, Communications
Grid Modernization & Resilience
Market Trends: Transmission and Distribution, Load Growth, Electrification
Regulatory Innovation and Policy Drivers
Technology Trends: Electric Vehicles, Energy Storage, Geothermal, Hydrogen, Microgrids, Solar, Wind

There is also lots to see in the Expo hall and networking events.

Northwest Renewable Hydrogen Conference 2025
2025-09-16 | The Avenue, 631 NE Grand Ave, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
Northwest Renewable Hydrogen Conference

Join the Renewable Hydrogen Alliance at the 2025 Northwest Renewable Hydrogen Conference – the longest running and only locally led hydrogen conference in the Pacific Northwest. Returning to Portland, OR on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, this year’s conference will focus on the latest policy and project developments in our region and give you the opportunity to network with RHA members, policy partners, and local industry leaders.

The Conference will also include exclusive RHA member only networking opportunities on Monday, September 15, and will conclude with RHA’s Annual Member Meeting on Wednesday, September 17.

Did you miss early bird registration? Value registration available until August 16th!
Registration:

RHA Member: $300
Non-Member: $550

Sessions include:

Leading from the Legislature: Hydrogen Policy Champions
She Flies With Her Own Wings: Oregon Hydrogen Leadership
Promise of a Hydrogen Economy: Community and Stakeholder Impacts
PNW Hydrogen Market Liftoff: Clean Fuels Across the Economy

See speakers leading hydrogen in the PNW:

Chris Green, President, Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association
Janine Benner, Director, Oregon Department of Energy
Shiloh Burgess, Government Affairs Manager, Douglas County Public Utility District
And more!

2025 Seattle Fusion Week
2025-09-29 - 2025-09-30 | Washington State University, Everett, 915 N Broadway, Everett, WA, 98201, United States
Join fusion energy companies, elected officials, research institutions, NGOs and more for educational presentations and a networking reception. 2025 Seattle Fusion Week will take place in-person in Seattle and Everett on September 29-30.
Email Lindsay McCormick, Policy & Program Manager, CleanTech Alliance (lindsay@cleantechalliance.org) with any questions.

Agenda includes panels, booths, and networking at WSU Everett, keynote + networking reception at Future of Flight Museum.

Registration

Early Bird Ticket – Monday, Sept, 29th | Full Day and Reception: $205.00, $175.00
Reception Only Ticket | Monday, September 29th | Future of Flight Museum: $75.00, $45.00

Speakers include:

Dr. Christopher Keane, Senior Advisor to the Provost and Executive Vice President, Professor of Physics, Washington State University
Kate Kelly, Chief of Staff, Avalanche Energy
Alex Cheung, Director of Design Integration, Zap Energy
Dr. Greg Van Dyk, CEO, Altrusion
Ryan Umstattd, VP of Product & Partnerships, Zap Energy

Green Hydrogen Summit West Coast
2025-09-30 08:00 - 2025-10-01 17:00 | The Westin Hotel, Seattle, 1900 5th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
The hydrogen industry is at a pivotal moment in its evolution. The groundbreaking policy advancements of 2023, including the introduction of 45V tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the allocation of $7 billion for regional clean hydrogen hubs through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, have set new benchmarks for the sector.
Connect with industry leaders, gain invaluable insights, and play a role in shaping the future of clean energy. This is your chance to explore the vast opportunities presented by Green Hydrogen and to position yourself at the forefront of a global transformation.

Key themes include: establishing a price for hydrogen training, best practices to secure finance for projects, how green hydrogen will be stored and transported, how to secure grid capacity for projects in a competitive market, hydrogen derivitives including green ammonia and e-fuels, and how to decarbonize heavy industry with green hydrogen.

Agenda includes networking, keynote panels, and afternoon tracks for hydrogen producers and offtakers.

Sept. 30-Oct. 1, 2025
The Westin Hotel, Seattle WA
Tickets: $1599

RiverFest
2025-10-04 09:00 - 15:00 | Columbia Park, Kennewick, WA, 2811 W 2nd Ave, Kennewick, WA, 99336, United States
Businesses, community organizations and people from all walks of life throughout the region join together each year to host RiverFest. RiverFest is a FREE, fun, and educational family event, featuring exhibitors, vendors, and entertainment to showcase all the benefits of the Federal Columbia River Power System and highlight the four lower Snake River dams including navigation, irrigation, recreation and power.
Celebrate our rivers, experience hands on learning, and check out the vendors- including food, music, and entertainment.
People of all ages will find something fun to do and learn about at RiverFest!

Clean Currents 2025
2025-10-14 - 2025-10-17 | David L Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Ft. Duquesne Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Join the National Hydropower Association in the City of Bridges to make water power connections that can transform your career, your operation — and our industry. This region, nestled among three rivers, is a growing powerhouse for water power production, with innovative projects coming online bringing steady, sustainable power to residents and businesses. With rivers and reservoirs galore, Pittsburgh is the perfect setting for your visit to Clean Currents.
Explore what’s new and notable in our industry and learn directly from subject matter experts, top tier power producers and dynamic suppliers.

Agenda highlights:

Activities such as golf, yoga, bike tours, river clean up, happy hour, and FishSafe Runners 5k
Deep dive workshops on topics such as Equipment Fitness-for-Service Assessments,Fish Passage, and From Risk to Resilience: Strategies for Spillway Safety, Debris Control, and Climate Resilient Power Generation
Career expo at the University of Pittsburg
Presentation sessions covering topics such as Genereation Equipment, Dam Safety, Production Planning (including use of lithium-ion batteries for short-term storage)- roundtable dialogues, and Waterpower Intelligence Theater – Hurricane Helene: Part 1 of 2: Forecasts, Preparation, and Managing the Event; Public Interactions, Social Media, and False Information

Registration:

Full Conference
NHA Member
$1,450

Standard Rate
$1,725

Power Producer
NHA Member
$495

Standard Rate
$695

Single Day
NHA Member
$750

Standard Rate
$925

*See the Registration page for group rates, add-ons, and other information.
Early bird rates are available until July 25.

2025 Energy Works Forum: Charge Your Future, Discover Energy Careers
2025-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Are you curious about the careers that power the economy, power futures, and power life? Join CEWD for a virtual Career Exploration Journey to explore the diverse and vital energy industry! Discover the wide range of rewarding careers available in the energy ecosystem including nuclear, natural gas, renewable energy (solar, wind, hydropower, battery, etc.), alternative energy sources, petroleum, and the electric power sector.
Whether you’re interested in skilled trades, business and finance, technical roles, engineering, or are not totally sure yet, this event will provide valuable insights into how you can contribute to this essential industry. Speakers will include professionals across the energy spectrum who will share their personal journeys, discuss how the energy industry has shaped their lives, and offer firsthand perspectives on industry trends and opportunities.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions, gain advice to guide your career aspirations, learn how to take the first step toward an energy career, and walk away with concrete steps you can take next, whether it’s applying for training, connecting with a company, or learning more.

2025 Washington Solar Summit
2025-10-24 08:00 - 17:00 | South Seattle College, 6000 16th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA, 98106, United States
The 20th Solar Washington conference Advancing Solar in a Time of Uncertainty explores the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of solar energy. As the public, businesses, and industry navigate shifting state and federal budgets and policies, market dynamics, technological advancements, and environmental concerns, this event brings together experts, innovators, and other collaborators to discuss strategies for resilience and growth. Attendees will gain insights into emerging trends, policy developments, financial models, and technological breakthroughs that can drive solar adoption forward despite uncertain conditions.

Through the keynote, panel discussions, and networking, the conference serves as a crucial platform for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and actionable solutions to advance solar energy in a rapidly changing landscape.
The 2025 Solar Summit will be held on October 24 at South Seattle College.

Tickets:Early registration (until July 31)

Member: $175
Non-member: $225
Community Org, Student, Unemployed, Retired- Member: $75
Community Org, Student, Unemployed, Retired- Non-Member: $95
