Engineering Best Practices

GridVest makes energy storage systems accessible and affordable, empowering businesses, communities, and utilities to lower energy costs and transition to renewable energy.

Learn more: https://gridvest.com/

GridVest is a proud sponsor of the “Microgrid Economics and Financing” session.

SolArk puts a strong emphasis on education & training both internally and for their customers. SolArk is a global energy technology leader with over 6 generations of hybrid inverters. Backed by a vast ecosystem of thousands of partners worldwide, including distributors, installers, EPCs, integrators, and battery manufacturers. They are the trusted inverter choice for quality systems across the industry landscape.

Learn more: https://www.sol-ark.com/

SolArk is a proud sponsor of the “Large-Scale Fire Testing Updates for Energy Storage Systems” session.

Outfit, is a cleantech marketing agency, that works with leading project developers, manufacturers, and B2B service providers in the energy transition.

Learn more: https://www.weoutfit.co/

Solar Builder Magazine is a trusted source for the latest solar news in North America since 2011. They focus on the installation and construction of solar PV systems, covering the latest PV technology and providing installers and contractors with tips and tools to make informed purchasing decisions.

Learn more: https://solarbuildermag.com/

NABCEP is a highly esteemed and widely recognized certification organization for professionals in the renewable energy field. They offer the gold standard in certifications and credentials for skilled professionals, specialists, inspectors and those new to working in the industry.

Learn more: https://www.nabcep.org/

Washington Solar Energy Industries Association (WASEIA) is a professional trade association established to represent the common business interests of its members, particularly related to public policy, legislation, and governmental relations. WASEIA plays a crucial role in promoting solar power policies, collaboration within the industry, and educating the public about the benefits of solar energy.

Learn more: https://waseia.org/

Remote Energy is a not-for-profit organization that provides customized solar electric curriculum development, training, and educational programs. They partner with organizations looking to use renewable energy to address issues relating to jobs, health, clean water, education, gender equality, and poverty.

Learn more: https://www.remoteenergy.org/

MZ Solar Consulting is a consulting firm based in Seattle that specializes in microgrid/resiliency, photovoltaic and electric vehicle infrastructure design and feasibility, project development, system analytics, and more.

Learn more: https://www.mzsolarconsulting.com/

ELM Companies is a technology based team that provides compliant products and services to various sectors, including utilities, manufacturing, construction, and others, to enhance grid reliability and streamline distribution.

Learn more: https://elmllc.com/

Sulis Energy is an energy solutions provider based in Washington, specializing in engineering, procurement, construction, and management (EPCM) for complex projects in the utility, industrial, and commercial energy sectors, including solar, storage, and microgrids.

Learn more: https://www.sulisenergy.com/

Solar Energy International (SEI) is dedicated to empowering students, alumni, and partners to cultivate a diverse, inclusive, well-trained, and educated solar workforce, as well as to promote the safe deployment of industry-leading technology. SEI has provided leading in-person training at their facility in Peonia, Colorado for decades as well as their platform for online learning. 

Learn more: https://www.solarenergy.org/

HeatSpring is one of the leading providers of clean energy certifications like NABCEP, OSHA, FAA, and others. The HeatSpring platform includes over 300+ courses serving a community of over 118,500+ professionals. 

Learn more: https://www.heatspring.com/ 

For over 130 years, Megger has been a trusted name in electrical testing and measurement. They serve a wide array of industries, from utilities and manufacturing to renewable energy, offering a range of solutions for critical electrical measurements. This includes insulation resistance testing, ground resistance testing, and much more.

Learn more: https://www.megger.com/en-us

CPS America (Chint Power Systems America) is the leading U.S. supplier of 3-phase string inverters for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar projects. With over 10 gigawatts installed across 20,000+ sites nationwide, CPS has maintained the #1 market share in its category for seven consecutive years. Headquartered in Richardson, Texas, with additional offices in New Jersey and California, CPS America delivers innovative, cost-effective solutions—including high-power 1500V string inverters and integrated energy storage systems—that enhance energy production and system reliability.