Nathan Green at Sitka Electrification Expo
Nathan Green explores the town of Sitka after attending the Second Annual Sitka Electrification Expo.
March 04, 2024
´¡°ä·¡±Ê’s Nathan Green was among the presenters for the second annual in February. Organized by , this event provided the Sitka community with access to local experts on renewable energy and energy efficient technologies.
The presentations covered a wide range of energy topics.
- Nathan Green discussed solar photovoltaics and energy storage;
- Maureen O’Hanlon from spoke about home heating assessments;
- Keith Greinier from Forrester-Greinier Mechanical discussed options for home retrofits for hydronic or radiant heating with heat pumps;
- Keith Koruna, Matt Mielke and Jesse Young spoke about their experiences with the and worker trade unions as well as opportunities for apprenticeships in the unions;
- of , informed listeners about home weatherization projects people can do on their own to increase energy efficiency; and
- Stephen Rhoads of discussed grant funding opportunities for energy efficiency upgrades for businesses.
Additionally, the event offered booths for attendees to learn more about heat pump and energy efficiency installation and financing.