Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council (EIBC) and Clean Energy Group
Eric Geerlings, Renewable Energy Project Manager, takes advantage of the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council (EIBC) and Clean Energy Group to help keep him up to date on industry news.
“I subscribe to the Michigan EIBC’s weekly newsletter and Clean Energy Group’s Resilient Power Project newsletter. Between these two newsletters, I stay up to date on a wide range of advanced energy sector news. This includes everything from small-scale micro-grids to utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and the economic and legislative factors impacting their development.”
How did you find this resource?
“MCA is a corporate member of EIBC, which is a well-respected advanced energy industry trade association of more than 175 member firms who operate and develop projects here in Michigan.
Regarding the Clean Energy Group (CEG), I met one of their subject matter experts a few years ago during the RE+ Northeast Conference in Boston. As a nationwide nonprofit organization working to advance the clean energy transition, they provide technical expertise that supports public agencies and organizations.”
How do you apply this resource?
“When these two newsletters hit my inbox, I take a few minutes to review the latest updates. Even in situations where I’m too busy to review at the moment, I flag them and revisit later in the week once I receive some downtime.”
How has this resource impacted on your work?
“These resources have kept me informed about industry trends and challenges. Additionally, it helps me understand fellow key players in the industry and their ongoing projects, allowing me to better comprehend the industry landscape.”
Who would you recommend this resource to and why?
“I would recommend these resources to my fellow professionals, other consulting firms, and EPC contractors. These are two organizations that frequently and conveniently convey relevant, up-to-date information about advanced energy.”
