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.
Hear from industry experts and those who have managed their own solar projects! 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, sponsored by Evergy Energy Solutions.
This dynamic 90-minute program will cover how to design a solar project from idea to implementation so that it works for you and your organization. We’ll hear from others in the region who have managed projects. We’ll have experts who will share “what we wish everyone knew before they started” lessons learned and more.
Join us and learn what you need to know to make your solar project a reality.
We’ll talk about: How to benefit from the financial incentives available. Factors to consider when planning the design and financing of a project. How to achieve your goals for the project.
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
Location: Evergy Event Space, 1200 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64015 (Free parking with validation will be available for the onsite garage)
Agenda:
- 3 PM Registration
- 3:30-5:00 PM Program
- 5:00 PM Reception
Who Should Attend:
- Public agencies & nonprofits
- Architects, engineers, & facility managers
- Anyone exploring or managing solar projects
The event is free, but space is limited, please register here.
Event Program:
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION ~ Emily Randel – Managing Director of Climate Action KC
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 Expert: Lydia Travis – Strategy & Planning Lead, Johnson County Facilities
- Panel Expert: Tony Rome, PE – Facilities Engineer with the City of Overland Park
- Panel Expert: Monica Santos, PE – Owner, Antella Consulting Engineers (MBE/WBE)
- Panel Expert: 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
Reception to follow the program at 5:00 PM
Register online today and learn what you need to know to make your solar project a reality!
