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AriSEIA's News You Can Use Feb. 21, 2019

Notable Dates/Events:

Fri. Feb. 22nd - Energy Rules Stakeholder meeting at the Arizona Corporation Commission. Click here for agenda. Tue. Feb. 26th - Thu. Feb.- 28th - GreenBiz19. Click here for more information and registration. Thu. Mar. 14th - Fri. Mar. 15th - Electric Vehicles Stakeholder meeting at the Arizona Corporation Commission. Click here for agenda. Tue. Mar. 19th - Thu. Mar. 21st - Solar Power Finance & Investment Summit. Click here for more information and registration. Wed. May 8th - Fri. May 10th - AriSEIA “2019 Arizona Energy Future” Conference. Tue. May 14th - Wed. May 15th - 2019 Solar Summit in Scottsdale. Click here to register.

AriSEIA Updates

ARISEIA Networking Event

Did you miss our February networking event? Don't worry, we have one coming up in March! Join us for our free networking event on Tuesday, March 19th. The networking event will begin at 5 p.m. Appetizers will be provided, and drinks can be purchased at the bar. This event is open to existing members, as well as anyone interested in renewable energy advancement in Arizona.

Cost:  Free What:  AriSEIA Networking Event When:  Tuesday, March 19th — 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Where:  Ocotillo Restaurant, 3243 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85012

RSVP

New Website Coming Soon

We have exciting news! We will soon be launching our new and improved website with even more resources for AriSEIA members. Keep an eye out for the announcement!

Save the Date!

May 8-10

AriSEIA “2019 Arizona Energy Future: Innovation and Technologies” Conference

Join AriSEIA for the 2019 Arizona Energy Future: Innovation and Technologies Conference May 8th-10th! We’re working to make Arizona a leader in solar energy technology and innovation, and we invite you to join the vanguard of the solar revolution. Follow the link below to learn more.

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Membership Dues

2018 AriSEIA Membership Dues Are Due! Please Pay Your Invoice Today!

Send your AriSEIA Membership check to: AriSEIA PO Box 6358 Glendale, AZ 85312 or FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE

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Arizona Updates

Arizona Energy Updates

APS announced a major solar and storage plan, the ACC joined a national energy planning task force, and more in this week’s Arizona energy news! Also, AriSEIA has been actively involved in SRP’s public rate making process. There are four more meetings that the public or stakeholders can participate in! Follow the link below to learn more. LEARN MORE

National Updates

LA scraps plan to rebuild 3 gas plants, moves towards 100% renewable energy Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti on Monday said the city would abandon plans to rebuild three coastal gas-fired power plants, and instead will focus on energy storage and other clean energy technology as it pursues a 100% renewables goal. LEARN MORE

Solar Bill of Rights introduced in California The legislation would enshrine a customer’s right to generate and store electricity on their own property as well as connecting to the grid without undue burden and freedom from discriminatory fees, as well as setting compensation for battery exports. LEARN MORE

Community solar clears first hurdle in New Mexico Community solar may will be on its way to one of the nation’s sunniest states, as earlier this week the New Mexico House of Representatives passed HB 210, also known as the Community Solar Act. LEARN MORE

Latest Must Read News Articles

Tucson School District Going Solar Solar Jobs Decline In Arizona FERC OKs Salt River Project Agreement to Join EIM Poll: AZ Voters Back Renewable Energy, Action on Climate Change Arizona’s got a new RPS proposal and this one might be for real Arizona New-Build Gas Moratorium to Continue Women are the future of renewable energy, job recruitment survey finds HOME 100% Renewable Energy Needs Lots of Storage. This Polar Vortex Test Showed How Much. Should the Navajo Transitional Energy Company (NTEC) acquire the Navajo Generating Station? Should the Navajo Transitional Energy Company (NTEC) acquire the Navajo Generating Station? APS Plans to Add Nearly 1GW of New Battery Storage and Solar Resources by 2025

The future of solar energy has never been more at risk in Arizona than it is today. Help AriSEIA grow! Join AriSEIA today, and give the solar industry the power it needs to thrive in Arizona.

Are you interested in serving on the AriSEIA board, interning, or volunteering? Contact b.cheshire@ariseia.org to get involved or learn more.

AriSEIA's News You Can Use Published Every Other Thursday  If you have news or announcements you think should be included in the newsletter (space permitting), please send by email to: Stacey Champion .

If you are interested in volunteering on the policy committee, please contact the co-chairs: Sara Birmingham  SBirmingham@seia.org Court Rich CRich@roselawgroup.com

AriSEIA's Referral Plan - you can save on your annual dues! We are offering members a 10% discount for each company or organization you bring to AriSEIA. Here's how it works: Talk to your solar or related company, such as your suppliers, professional services, or associate industry companies, etc. Email Executive Director Lucy Mason at: lucy@ariseia.org or call: 928.925.3671. We will do the rest and send you your discounted invoice for the following year, along with our sincere thank you! Bring in a new member and receive a 10% credit for each new member (up to 3) towards your annual AriSEIA Membership Dues!  You can Save on your Dues while you Help AriSEIA help you! See what's happening on our social sites: ‌ ‌