Solar Project Planning Workshop

You’re Invited: Solar Energy Workshop – August 7

Learn the nuts and bolts of how to manage a solar project with Building Energy Exchange Kansas City (BE-Ex KC) and Climate Action KC.

Join us Thursday, August 7 at the Evergy Event Space for a dynamic Solar Energy Workshop hosted by BE-Ex KC and Climate Action KC. This 90-minute program will cover how to manage a solar project from idea to implementation from how to select a contractor, procurement and financing tips, and real-world project insights—followed by a networking reception.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025

3 PM Registration

3:30-5:00 PM Program

5:00 PM Reception

Location: Evergy Event Space, 1200 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64015

Who Should Attend:
Public agencies & nonprofits
Architects, engineers, & facility managers
Anyone exploring or managing solar projects

Agenda Highlights:
Welcoming Remarks
Solar Factors to Consider
Project Roundtable
Q&A + Peer Learning, Advocacy Highlights
Reception to Follow

Event Program:

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION

Emily Randel – Managing Director of Climate Action KC (CAKC)

SOLAR PROJECT OVERVIEW: FACTORS TO CONSIDER

Ryan Evans, PE – BE-Ex KC

Tammie Rhea – Senior Product Manager, Evergy

Karlo Meave – Owner’s Rep for Olathe MedACT (JOCO) and CEO of SunSmart Technologies

PROJECT ROUNDTABLE

Panel Moderator: Brian Alferman – Sustainability Program Manager at Johnson County Government

Panel Experts:

Lydia Travis – Strategy & Planning Lead, Johnson County Facilities

Tony Rome, PE – Facilities Engineer with the City of Overland Park

Monica Santos, PE – Owner, Antella Consulting Engineers (MBE/WBE)

John Gaar, AIA – Architect at Finkle + Williams Architecture

ADVOCACY HIGHLIGHTS

Jonathan (Jon) Dolan – CEO of Missouri Solar Energy Industries Association (MOSEIA)

Emily Weber – State of Missouri Representative and KC Coordinator/Outreach + Education Associate for Renew Missouri

Register online today and learn what you need to know to make your solar project a reality!