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9:00am PDT
Federal Policy Updates: Tariffs to Tax Credits.
Thursday May 15, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Moderators 
Founder & President, Fleet Development
Ryan Sheehy founded Fleet Development to build a bridge between the renewable energy and multifamily affordable housing industries. The idea for the company’s mission came after finishing a 20-year career with the Marines, moving back to Eastern Oregon, and joining the top-tier...
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Vice President of Congressional Affairs, SEIA
Erin Duncan is SEIA’s Vice President Of Congressional Affairs where she leads SEIA’s congressional affairs team in their work to influence energy, tax, trade, appropriations and other policies in support of the solar industry.Prior to joining SEIA, Erin spent eleven years as a...
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Shareholder, Schwabe
John Way is passionate when it comes to all things taxes and offers a unique perspective on tax and estate planning law. Whether assisting businesses or individuals, he guides clients through the labyrinth of federal and state tax regulations, estate and succession planning, and business...
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Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst - Cleantech, Roth Capital
Philip Shen is a Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst at ROTH, specializing in equity research coverage of the cleantech sector, focusing on renewables. Since 2010, he has established a strong reputation and network within the industry, allowing him to stay at the forefront...
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Thursday May 15, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am
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Belmont C
11:00am PDT
Consumer Protection Comes to Oregon
Thursday May 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Moderators 
Program Manager, Solar Oregon
Abygale Jaeger is a passionate program manager with a deep commitment to driving positive change through education, community engagement, and sustainability initiatives. Currently serving as Program Manager at Solar Oregon, Abygale leads the development and execution of educational...
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VP of Business Development, LoanTerra
Anders Alexander completed a degree in economics, ecology, and environmental policy from Western Washington University. He has worked for SolarCity (now Tesla), Sungevity, A&R Solar, Blossom Solar, Resound Energy, EagleView, and he currently works for the fintech LoanTerra as VP of...
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Policy Director, Oregon Consumer Justice
Chris Coughlin (she/her/hers) is the Policy Director for Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ). Chris has extensive policy, advocacy, non-profit and coalition management, communications, and outreach experience, working with community-based organizations, businesses, and political campaigns...
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Chief Strategic Officer & Co-Founder, A&R Solar
Thursday May 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Belmont C
1:00pm PDT
Making Virtual Power Plants a Reality in Oregon
Thursday May 15, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Moderators 
Manager, Greentech Renewables
Kyle Armitage is a manager at Greentech Renewables in Portland. He has been with Greentech Renewables for 6 years and worked for a solar installation company prior to that. Kyle is passionate about solar energy and being a part of the latest industry trends and developments.
Distributed Power Plant Policy Director, Solar United Neighbors
As a Distributed Power Plant Policy Director, Shannon supports SUN’s efforts to advance adoption of distributed power plants (DPPs for short, also known as Virtual Power Plants) around the country in a way that ensures consumer protections, equitable participation, and fair compensation...
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Director Regional Intergration, Portland General Electric
Franco Albi is the Director Regional Integration at Portland General Electric. His portfolio includes Strategy Integration and Virtual Power Plant deployment. His team is responsible for accelerating PGE’s customer programs to market and integrating operational capabilities to increase...
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Vice President of Customer Experience & Innovations, PacificCorp
William Comeau is the Vice President of Customer Experience and Innovations for Rocky Mountain Power. His portfolio includes customer service, large customer management, and customer programs such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, electric vehicles and demand response. Bringing...
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Thursday May 15, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Belmont C
2:30pm PDT
What's Happening at the Oregon and Washington Legislatures?
Thursday May 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Moderators 
Executive Director, OSSIA
Angela Crowley-Koch has spent the last two decades in public policy and advocacy as has been the Executive Director at OSSIA since 2018. Previously the Legislative Director at Oregon Environmental Council, her work was instrumental in passing the Toxic-Free Kids Act, renewing the...
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Executive Director, WASEIA
Phaedra Beckert serves as the Executive Director of the Washington Solar Energy Industries Association (WASEIA), where she leads the organization's efforts to advocate for and advance solar energy across Washington State. With a strong background in policy and stakeholder engagement...
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Representative House District 27, Oregon State Legislature
Ken Helm is the State Representative for Oregon House District 27, including the City of Beaverton and nearby communities. Among his legislative duties, he serves as Co-Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water, as well as a member of the...
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Representative House District 31, Oregon State Legislature
State Representative Darcey Edwards is a lifelong resident of Northwest Oregon, a small business owner, and a dedicated community advocate. Raised in House District 31, she brings decades of experience and a deep commitment to serving the people of Columbia, Multnomah, and Washington...
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Thursday May 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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