Meet the Team of the District of Columbia's Solar for All (SFA) Program
- Date
- 2025-04-30
- Location
- The event will begin with a panel discussion at the DOEE offices (1200 First Street NE) and then move across the street to the Hilton Garden Inn (1225 First Street NE) for a meet-and-greet networking event. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. *NOTE: Guests must show ID to enter 1200 First Street NE. NoMa-Gallaudet metro stop on the red line is closeby. Parking is very limited., Washington, DC, USA
- Host
- Personal
About this event
If you care about making clean energy more accessible in DC, this is a great room to be in. Meet the team behind the District of Columbia’s Solar for All (SFA) Program, hear directly from them in a panel discussion, and continue the conversation face-to-face at a nearby networking reception. This event is built for people who want more than a high-level overview. Whether you work in climate, community engagement, housing, workforce, or simply want to understand how solar access connects to local residents, this is a practical chance to learn how the program works and who is helping move it forward. About the Event The evening starts with a panel discussion at the DOEE offices, 1200 First Street NE, where attendees will have the opportunity to meet members of the team connected to DC’s Solar for All program. The focus is on direct access: hearing from the people doing the work, understanding the program’s role in the city, and getting a clearer sense of how it connects to broader climate and community goals. After the panel, the event shifts across the street to the Hilton Garden Inn, 1225 First Street NE, for a meet-and-greet networking session. That second portion gives the evening a different rhythm: less formal, more conversational, and designed for one-on-one and small-group connection. Because the event combines a structured discussion with informal networking, it works well for both first-time attendees and people already active in solar, climate, or community work. You can come to learn, ask thoughtful questions, and leave having made real connections. What to Expect The program begins on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30 PM EDT with the panel discussion at DOEE. Expect a setting that is focused and informative, where the main value is hearing directly from the Solar for All team and gaining a better understanding of the people and priorities behind the program. From there, attendees will move across the street for the networking portion at the Hilton Garden Inn. This part of the evening is a chance to continue conversations from the panel in a more relaxed environment and meet others who care about solar access, climate work, and community impact in Washington. You can expect: A panel discussion featuring the team behind the District of Columbia’s Solar for All program An in-person setting designed for learning and conversation A follow-up meet-and-greet networking event just across the street The opportunity to connect with others working in or interested in solar, climate, and community issues A convenient two-part format that balances information with relationship-building Food and drinks will be available for purchase during the networking portion. That makes it easy to stay, keep talking, and turn a quick introduction into a more meaningful conversation. Why Attend This event offers something especially useful: proximity to the people behind an important local program. Instead of reading about Solar for All from a distance, you can hear directly from the team, understand how they approach the work, and put faces to the program. It is also a strong fit for anyone interested in the intersection of solar, climate, equity, and community engagement. The Solar for All name alone speaks to a bigger set of questions around access, inclusion, and how clean energy programs reach residents in a practical way. If those issues matter to you, this event gives you a grounded point of entry. There is also clear networking value here. Because the event brings together people around a shared civic and climate-related interest, the room is likely to include attendees who are serious about public-interest work, local partnerships, and community-focused solutions. The move from panel to meet-and-greet creates a natural opening to continue discussions beyond the formal program. You should attend if you want to: Learn more about DC’s Solar for All program from the team itself Better understand how local solar and climate efforts connect to community outcomes Meet people working across climate, solar, policy, and community spaces Ask questions in person and build relationships that may continue after the event Practical Details This is an in-person event in Washington, USA, with two nearby locations. The panel discussion begins at DOEE offices, 1200 First Street NE, and the networking reception follows at Hilton Garden Inn, 1225 First Street NE, directly across the street. There are a few logistics to plan for in advance. Guests must show ID to enter 1200 First Street NE, so do not arrive without it. If you are coming by Metro, the NoMa-Gallaudet stop on the Red Line is close by and is a practical option for getting to the event. Parking is very limited, so public transit or another non-driving option may be the easiest choice. Since the event transitions between two venues, arriving on time for the opening panel will help you get the full experience. Key details at a glance: Date: Wednesday, April 30 Time: 5:30 PM EDT Panel location: 1200 First Street NE Networking location: 1225 First Street NE Entry note: ID required for entry to 1200 First Street NE Transit: NoMa-Gallaudet Metro stop nearby Parking: Very limited Food and drinks: Available for purchase at the networking event
Who should attend
This is for you if you want a clearer, more personal connection to how solar and climate work is happening in DC. - You work in **solar, climate, sustainability, or clean energy** and want to meet the people connected to the District’s Solar for All program in person. - You are involved in **community outreach, neighborhood organizing, housing, public service, or local advocacy** and want to better understand how solar access connects to residents and community impact. - You care about the intersection of **climate and equity** and are looking for a practical event that goes beyond general discussion and brings you into direct conversation with the team behind a local program. - You are the kind of attendee who values both **substance and networking**: a panel to learn from, followed by time to ask questions and build relationships. - You are based in or connected to **Washington, DC** and want to deepen your understanding of a city-level initiative rather than a broad national conversation. - You are simply curious about **Solar for All**, want to hear directly from the people involved, and would rather learn in a room with others than from a webpage alone.