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SUMMARY:Lakes and Prairies Solar 101 - Morris
DESCRIPTION:Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home\, or small business. Solar United Neighbors will take you through the technology\, economics\, financing\, and more. \nThis presentation from the experts at Solar United Neighbors will answer all your questions about going solar. You’ll learn about the solar program\, solar technology\, and financial considerations. \nRegister to attend the Morris Solar 101. \n 
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SUMMARY:Solar PV Permitting and Inspection Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Canceled \nJoin us and SolSmart for a virtual training session on best practices in permitting and inspection for solar PV installations. The permitting and inspection process is one of the most important tools local governments can use to encourage more rooftop solar installations. This free training will provide communities with strategies for streamlining permitting processes and improving solar inspections. \nSince 2016\, SolSmart has helped over 500 local governments prepare for solar energy market growth. With funding from the US Department of Energy\, SolSmart provides free technical assistance to help cities\, counties\, small towns\, and regional organizations achieve clean energy goals. SolSmart has established solar best practices across local processes such as permitting\, inspection\, planning\, government operations\, community engagement\, and market development. \nThis webinar will give you an overview of the program basics and new updates to keep you on top of the solar energy transition. This webinar will highlight mechanisms through which communities can streamline the permitting process for local solar development. \nThis free training will provide communities with strategies for incorporating solar into plans\, ordinances\, and development regulations. \n  \n 
URL:https://wcif.org/event/solar-pv-permitting-and-inspection-best-practices-november-2/
LOCATION:MN
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SUMMARY:Going Local - Underwood
DESCRIPTION:Going Local is our free rural democracy workshop. At the Going Local workshops\, we’ll share food and stories\, learn about some of the unique challenges rural communities face\, and explore what we can do together to make our community stronger and healthier. West Central Initiative is hosting this workshop in partnership with Sverdrup Lutheran Church and the Unitarian Church of Underwood. \nOops! We could not locate your form. \n 
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SUMMARY:Going Local - Hoffman
DESCRIPTION:Going Local is our free rural democracy workshop. At the Going Local workshops\, we’ll share food and stories\, learn about some of the unique challenges rural communities face\, and explore what we can do together to make our community stronger and healthier. \nOops! We could not locate your form. \n 
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SUMMARY:Climate Catalysts
DESCRIPTION:Climate Catalysts November Gathering\nJoin us for a special in-person meeting on Friday\, November 22\, at the Prairie Wetlands Learning Center in Fergus Falls. The program for the day includes a session with the Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERTs) on their Community Energy Ambassador Program and other programs\, updates from West Central Initiative climate staff\, a special preview workshop from the Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership (MCAP) Community Climate Leaders Program\, and of course networking and great food! \nAgenda\nCoffee and Conversation – 9:30 – 10 a.m. \nWest Central Initiative Welcome – 10:00 – 10:10 a.m. \nCERTs Energy Ambassador Program and Updates – 10:10 – 10:50 a.m. \nHeidi Auel\, Central CERT Coordinator\, and Imani Moser\, West Central CERT Coordinator\, will discuss how to join the Community Energy Ambassador program. The program is designed to advance clean energy projects within Minnesota communities. As a Community Energy Ambassador\, you gain access to the knowledge and skills needed to help others meaningfully participate in the clean energy transition. You also support communities in their efforts to start clean energy projects with relevant resources and connections. \nClimate Conversation Groups – 11 – 11:20 a.m. \nLunch – 11:30 – Noon \nTalking Climate – Noon – 12:30 p.m. \nReview climate change basics with West Central Initiative Climate Resiliency Officer Griffin Peck and climate communications tips with West Central Initiative Climate Officer Cedar Walters. \nMCAP Community Climate Leaders Preview – 12:40 – 3 p.m. \nChristy Marsden\, Curriculum Manager with MCAP\, will lead us through an interactive Climate Storytelling workshop that’s part of the Community Climate Leaders Program that will launch in 2025. In the workshop\, you will reflect on your climate story\, which may include your experience of climate change\, what motivates you to take climate action\, or your vision of a better future. Connecting climate impacts to our lived experiences can help us connect with others\, and we can use those connections to drive personal and community change.  \nHappy Hour to follow– 3:30 -4:30 p.m. \nPlease RSVP below to let us know you’re coming!
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