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Solar Lessons from Pendleton, OR
Pendleton, OR is a small city that packs a big punch when it comes to solar and energy efficiency. Since he first began planning for the installation of solar on a municipal water filtration plant in 2006, Pendleton Public Works Director Bob Patterson has led the implementation of dozens of innovative energy projects. His work and the work of other dedicated city staff has culminated in over 7 MW of solar energy; an innovative hydroelectric generator attached to an Aquifer Storage and Recovery system; and widespread consumer adoption of solar and energy efficiency–all this in a city with a population of 17,000. Speakers include:
Bob Patterson – Since 2003, Mr. Patterson has been the Public Works Director for the City of Pendleton. He is responsible for administrative and leadership oversight in directing work assignments, construction and maintenance efforts, and overall completion of projects. The Public Works Department consists of Administration & Fleet Division, Sewer Division, Streets Division, and Water Division for a total of 35 employees. The annual operating budget for the Department is just over $17,000,000 annually, with over $20,000,000 in capital projects slated for the current fiscal year. Bob was the recipient of the Top Ten Leader of the Year award from the National American Public Works Association in 2016.
Additional speakers TBD!
Please join the nonprofit Solar Oregon in an interactive webinar to hear the remarkable energy story of Pendleton, Oregon. Thanks to Energy Trust of Oregon, for supporting this event.
Workshops & Webinars
Solar Oregon provides a variety of solar workshops and webinars. In our monthly How to Go Solar + Storage webinar, we will answer your questions about how solar works, share information about incentives available, and help you take the first step to add solar to your home or business. Participants will come away with basic knowledge about solar energy systems and will be prepared to do more focused research on their own, or start working with a contractor right away.
Our solar and storage workshops are sponsored by the Energy Trust of Oregon. Energy Trust of Oregon provides cash incentives to install solar and contractor connections to experienced trade allies so that obtaining solar for your home or business. Learn more about the incentives offered by Energy Trust of Oregon here.
With solar and storage becoming more accessible, homes and businesses across the state are installing systems. We also host solar showcases to highlight these projects and give you a chance to see how your neighbors and fellow Oregonians are using solar power.