Solarize Bainbridge Island Workshop
2026-03-25 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bainbridge Island City Hall, 280 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110, Bainbridge Island, 98110, United States
Learn more about how solar energy works, solar incentives, and what to expect from the Solarize Bainbridge Island program. Get all your questions answered from the Solarize Bainbridge community partners and installers.

Solarize Bainbridge Island Workshop
2026-04-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Bainbridge Island City Hall, 280 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110, Bainbridge Island, 98110, United States
Is solar still worth it in 2026? Learn more about how solar can give homeowners energy independence through Solarize Bainbridge Island, a solar education and group purchasing program sponsored by The City of Bainbridge Island and Olympia Community Solar. Learn about the basics of solar and if it’s right for your home. Get all your questions answered directly from local installers in this free public workshop.

Solarize Bainbridge Island Workshop
2026-05-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Grace Church, 8595 NE Day Rd, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110, United States

Solar Ribbon Cutting at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church of Bainbridge Island
2026-05-30 11:00 - 13:00 | St. Barnabas Episcopal Church of Bainbridge Island, Washington, 1187 Wyatt Way NW, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110, United States
The St. Barnabas community and project partners are thrilled to announce the completion of the solar installation on the rooftop of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church.
This project, made possible through the collective efforts of the church volunteer team, the WA Department of Commerce Clean Energy Program, Olympia Community Solar, and Power Trip Energy, goes beyond reducing carbon emissions. By reducing operating costs, it expands the church’s ability to serve residents of Bainbridge Island. This ceremony is a great opportunity to learn more about the benefits of community solar, meet the individuals and organizations that have made this project a reality, and celebrate St. Barnabas’ commitment to caring for God’s creation and supporting and empowering the community of Bainbridge Island.

The program will include:
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (11:00am, outside Parish Hall) will include words of acknowledgement from key project partners:

The Rev. Dianne Andrews, Interim
George Robertson, St. Barnabas Episcopal Church
Andy Cochrane, President of Power Trip Energy
Mason Rolph, Olympia Community Solar Executive Director
Elected officials

Educational workshop (12:00pm, inside Parish Hall)

Andy Cochrane and Mason Rolph will provide a presentation featuring information about the project, how solar power works, and how people interested in solar can learn more.

A free tour St. Barnabas Episcopal Church

Please RSVP below to ensure we have enough refreshments and seating for all attendees.

Attendees may park in either parking lot, but it may be easier to access the event from the lower lot. From the lower lot proceed toward the labyrinth for the event.

The project is funded from a grant from the WA Department of Commerce Clean Energy Community Grants program, which is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov.

Solarize Bainbridge Island Workshop
2026-06-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Bainbridge Island City Hall, 280 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110, Bainbridge Island, 98110, United States
Learn more about how solar can give homeowners energy independence through Solarize Bainbridge Island, a solar education and group purchasing program sponsored by The City of Bainbridge Island and Olympia Community Solar. Learn about the basics of solar and if it’s right for your home. Get all your questions answered directly from local installers in this free public workshop.

Yakima County Solar Ribbon Cutting
2026-07-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Yakima County Courthouse, 128 N 2nd St, Yakima, WA, 98901, United States
Celebrate community investment with Yakima County!
Yakima County community and project partners are thrilled to announce the completion of the 1,386 kW solar installation across the rooftops of nine county buildings. This project, made possible through the collective efforts of Yakima County Facilities staff, the WA Department of Commerce Clean Energy Program, Olympia Community Solar, and Ellensburg Solar, goes beyond reducing carbon emissions. By reducing operating costs, it keeps taxpayer dollars local and reinvests into the community through County projects. This ceremony is a great opportunity to learn more about the benefits of community solar, meet the individuals and organizations that have made this project a reality, and celebrate Yakima County’s commitment to serving and empowering its residents.
The program will include:
– Ceremony: Yakima County Courthouse, Basement Conference Room 2
– Reception: Yakima County Courthouse, Basement Conference Room 1
Words of acknowledgement from key project partners:

Colby Peone, Ellensburg Solar
Mason Rolph, Olympia Community Solar Executive Director
Commissioner Kyle Curtis, Yakima County
Ribbon cutting
Reception

Event Details:
Tuesday, July 21st 9am
Yakima County Courthouse
128 N 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901
