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AriSEIA's News You Can Use
Apr. 4, 2019
Notable Dates/Events:

  • Tue. Apr. 16th - Thu. Apr. 18th - ESA's Energy Storage Conference & Expo in Phoenix. Click here to register.
  • Tue. Apr. 30th - Summer preparedness workshop at the Arizona Corporation Commission. Click here for agenda.
  • 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
Legislative Solar Day at the AZ Legislature
A Note From AriSEIA Executive Director Lucy Mason and President Brandon Cheshire:

We want to thank all of our members and state legislators for joining us at our Solar Day at the Capitol! We enjoyed ice cream in the Rose Garden, good company, and important conversations about solar energy in our sunny state. Stay tuned for more ways to get involved
2019 Arizona Energy Future: Innovation, Technology & Economic Opportunity Conference
May 8-10
Join AriSEIA for the 2019 Arizona Energy Future: Innovation, Technology & Economic Opportunity 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. Click here to learn more.
Are you interested in being a sponsor? Click here for more information.
AriSEIA is now accepting submissions for speakers/presenters/panelists for the 2019 Arizona Energy Future: Innovation, Technology & Economic Opportunity Conference!
AriSEIA Networking Events
Join us for our free networking event on Tuesday, April 16th. 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, April 16th — 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Where:  Ocotillo Restaurant, 3243 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Arizona Updates
  Arizona Energy Updates  
From big spending disclosures from APS, to SRP’s new rate decisions, here’s the latest Arizona energy news.

National Updates
Idaho Power Signs Super-Low Solar PPA to Buoy 100% Clean Energy Plans

Idaho Power announced plans to transition its generation to 100% clean energy by 2045, accompanied by a 120-megawatt solar power-purchase agreement that rivals some of the lowest prices seen in the U.S. market to date.

Biggest solar investments in Texas in places with regulated utilities

Four Texas counties are installing solar panels at higher rates than the rest of the state, reflecting subsidies and other financial sweeteners from regulated utilities outside the deregulated parts of Texas that are encouraging investments in renewable energy.

Solar energy - and solar jobs - are on the rise in Florida

Solar employment in Florida grew by 21 percent in 2018, even though nationally there was a 3.2 percent decline. Florida is now second in the United States for solar jobs after California. Total solar employment in our state grew to 10,358, according to the Solar Foundation’s Solar Jobs Census 2018.

Latest Must Read News Articles
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 
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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

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FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
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:

  1. Talk to your solar or related company, such as your suppliers, professional services, or associate industry companies, etc.
  2. Email Executive Director Lucy Mason at: lucy@ariseia.org or call: 928.925.3671.
  3. 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!

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