LOOKING TO THE FUTURE - Growing New Energy Jobs Downstate
Tuesday, July 25, 2017 • John A. Logan College • 1PM to 4:30pm
Wednesday, July 26, 2017 • Southeastern Illinois College • 9AM to 12:30PM
FREE - REGISTER HERE
RSVP's requested
Let's Bring Those New Energy Jobs to Southern Illinois!
The purpose of the upcoming July forums is to learn how to take advantage of the opportunities of the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) to prepare the way for local, job-creating projects. This second round responds to feedback we received from attendees during meetings held this past June. Because many of the new law's incentives and programs will provide access to solar energy, job training and jobs in low-income communities, we'll have a workshop specifically dedicated to the Illinois Solar for All Program.
Five Workshops Offered Two Days / Two Locations
The same five workshops will be offered at half-day events at both John A. Logan College and Southeastern College. Attendees will be able to choose from two of the five, since several will be offered concurrently. If you want to take advantage of more than two, please don't hesitate to register for both days. Remember - these forums are free.
Here's what we are offering:
1PM to 1:50PM, John A. Logan College
9AM to 9:50AM, Southeastern Illinois College
Welcome and Introducing Workshops
Pam Richart, Co-Director, Eco-Justice Collaborative
Overview of FEJA - What Is Important to Know Going into Workshops
Shannon Fulton, Director of Business Development, StraightUp Solar and Past President, Illinois Solar Energy Association
2PM to 3:15PM, John A. Logan College
10AM to 11:15 AM, Southeastern Illinois College
What is community solar and what are its benefits?
Michelle Knox, Founder and Director, WindSolarUSA and member, Illinois Solar Energy Association
OR
What is the Solar for All program, and why is it important?
Erica Mackie, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, GRID ALTERNATIVES (and SIU graduate)
Shannon Fulton, Director of Business Development, StraightUp Solar and Past President, Illinois Solar Energy Association
3:30PM to 4:30PM, John A. Logan College
11:30AM to 12:30PM, Southeastern Illinois College
How to work with municipal utilities and rural electric cooperatives.
Michelle Knox, Founder and Director, WindSolarUSA and member, Illinois Solar Energy Association
OR
I have a project in mind. What do I need to know to build it?
Shannon Fulton, Director of Business Development, StraightUp Solar and Past President, Illinois Solar Energy Association
OR
How do I get into the solar field, and what qualifications do I need to have?
Aur Beck, Founder and Chief Technician, Advanced Energy Solutions Group, Inc. and member Illinois Solar Energy Association
Agendas for each location that include workshop descriptions can be viewed or downloaded by clicking "Click here for an agenda" under each location, below.
Questions?
If you have questions or need help registering, call Lan or Pam at 773.556.3417 / 3418 or 217. 607.1948.
Now is the time to help prepare southern Illinois residents, businesses and community leaders to take advantage of the opportunities afforded by the Future Energy Jobs Act. These new energy projects can boost local economies, create jobs, keep hardworking families in the area, and maintain the region's legacy as a top energy producer. Hope to see you there!
FORUM DETAILS
Tuesday Afternoon, July 25, 2017
1:00pm to 4:30pm (doors open at 12:30pm)
John A. Logan College Conference Center • Room 103
700 Logan College Drive • Carterville, IL 62918
FREE - REGISTER HERE
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- OR -
Wednesday Morning, July 26, 2017
9am to 12:30pm (doors open at 8:30am)
Southeastern Illinois College • B137 Private Dining Room
3575 College Rd • Harrisburg, IL 62946
FREE - REGISTER HERE
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