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August 20, 2025 – 15th Annual TOSITA Ride and Drive

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The 15th Annual The Only Smoke In The Air (TOSITA) our EV showcase and workshop. This event will be held on Wednesday August 20th  at the Community College of Philadelphia’s Auto Tech Center- from 10-12 for presentations and 12-2 for our Networking BBQ and Ride and Drive.  This year we are offering you a chance to win one of 3- $100 amazon gift cards  just for test driving an EV.  There will be many EV’s on site for you to test drive.

This event has always been a success noting the caliber of presenters from EV projects to incentives and funding for EV’s and charging stations, and the variety of electric vehicles on display and to test drive,  noting “the only smoke in the air”  will be from the networking BBQ and NOT from the vehicles we have on display.

Click the following link to register yourself: EP-ACT’S 15th Annual TOSITA

Tony Bandiero

Executive Director

215-990-8200

July 22, 2025 – Shapiro Administration and Public Utility Commission Announce 2 Gigawatts of Installed Solar Energy

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Shapiro Administration and Public Utility Commission Announce 2 Gigawatts of Installed Solar Energy in Pennsylvania – Enough to Power 350,000 homes! Learn more at this link Shapiro Administration and Public Utility Commission Announce 2 Gigawatts of Installed Solar Energy in Pennsylvania– Enough to Power 350,000 Homes | Department of Environmental Protection | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

SEI Board is seeking new members

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The SEI Board of Directors will meet on August 28, 2025 at CCEDC in Exton, 4:00 p.m. We are seeking energy professionals who may be interested in joining our board. Email Jim Lauckner jlauckner@ccedcpa.com.

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Smart Energy Initiative (SEI) is an Industry Partnership (IP) founded in 2007 to support the region’s smart energy industry by providing comprehensive workforce and business development services to partnering energy organizations.

Our Mission
Our mission is to promote the growth of the “smart” energy industry by providing comprehensive workforce and economic development services to partnering companies.

Why Participate in the Smart Energy Initiative?

  • Financial assistance for training current employees
  • Single point of contact for access to financing programs, industry news, project updates, information on legislation
  • Working groups to address shared, industry-specific issues and opportunities while advising SEI staff on how to best help your business
  • Access to high-quality technical expertise (provided by industry leaders)
  • Network with similar companies and form new business relationships
  • Participate in SEI initiatives that will shape future energy markets

June 12, 2025 – Hiring Right: Building A Strong Team, 10AM-12PM at CCEDC

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Join us for an engaging session to dive into:

  • Clear Strategies for identifying growth needs
  • Inclusive hiring practices to elevate your team
  • Where to find top talent – including untapped talent pools
  • Practical tools for fostering a culture of belonging from day one

See the flyer here:  Flyer – Hiring Right Building a Strong Team (2)

Register at this link: Hiring Right: Building a Strong Team

July 9, 2025 – Funding the Future: Capital Stacks for Energy-Efficient Construction – 8:30-10:30 a.m.

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Location: CCEDC Conference Center, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA 19341.

Learn more about the program and register:  https://Funding_the_Future_Capital_Stacks7-9-25.eventbrite.com

With the right capital mix, your project can lead the charge toward Pennsylvania’s clean energy future.

Whether you’re renovating or building from the ground up, your project doesn’t have to slow down—just stack smarter.

Who Should Attend?

  • Commercial & industrial property owners
  • Real estate developers & investors
  • Sustainability & energy consultants
  • Commercial lenders & financial advisors
  • Industrial facility operators & manufacturers
  • Architects, engineers, and contractors
  • Local government & economic development leaders

Today’s Development Challenges for Developers and Owners

  • Limited access to upfront capital for clean energy and efficiency improvements
  • Uncertainty around funding sources and incentive programs
  • Increasing pressure to meet ESG goals and carbon reduction targets
  • Demand for more resilient, future-proof infrastructure

April 22, 2025 – EARTH DAY Activities and events in our area

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Earth Day April 22, 2025 https://www.earthday.org/

Phoenixville EARTH DAY 2025 event on April 26 | 12-4 p.m. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/phoenixville-earth-day-2025-tickets-1287807349449

Celebrate Earth Day 2025 and “Grow with the Flow” in Phoenixville with a vibrant fusion of art, science, and community! This year’s theme explores vital connections between water and life by bringing together interactive experiences, live performances, and hands-on activities that inspire curiosity and action.Enjoy performances by the Mighty Manatees, Canadian Tuxedo, The Heartwood Players, and Feet First Dance. Find rhythm in a Drum Circle, achieve balance with qigong, or unleash your creativity with an improv workshop. Forage wild edibles; take home your own log of edible mushrooms; craft your own self-sustaining freshwater ecosphere and meet a live owl up close. Journey into the past and walk the same paths once traveled by the Lenape. Swap seeds or clothing, savor delicious food, and discover even more ways to connect with nature and your community!

Powered by Kimberton Whole Foods, St. Peter’s Eco-Justice Group, Jolie Chylack Studio, Phoenixville Transition and the Phoenixville Green Team.

See all of the celebrations across the Delaware Valley (brought to you by Radio 95.7 Ben FM Philadelphia)  https://957benfm.com/listicle/10-places-to-celebrate-earth-day-in-the-delaware-valley/