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Thinking Outside the Grid: Exploring Local Distributed Energy Resources

About this event
As British Columbia’s energy system evolves, distributed energy resources (DERs) are transforming how communities generate, store, and manage power. From community microgrids and battery storage to renewable generation and resilient off-grid systems, innovative solutions are creating cleaner, more reliable energy for both urban and remote communities.
Join BC Sustainable Energy Association (BCSEA) in collaboration with Young Professionals in Energy (YPE) for an evening of insightful discussion and networking as we bring together industry leaders working at the forefront of distributed and off-grid energy solutions.
Our panel features experts from Sunspear Renewables, Mangrove Lithium, Integra Clean Tech, and BC Hydro, who will share how they’re developing and deploying technologies that improve energy resilience, integrate renewable resources, and make both traditional and emerging clean energy systems practical across British Columbia.
Whether you’re an engineer, planner, policymaker, researcher, student, or simply passionate about the future of clean energy, this event offers an opportunity to hear from local leaders shaping the next generation of energy infrastructure.
We look forward to welcoming you for an engaging evening of conversation, new connections, and fresh perspectives on the future of distributed energy in British Columbia.
Event details
- Date
- Oct 28, 2026Starts 5 PM – 7:39 PM PT
- Format
- In-person
- Location
- Fasken (Vancouver), Canada
- Focus area
- Sustainability
- Organizer
- BC Sustainable Energy Association (BCSEA)
- Cost
- Listed on the event site
Organized by
BC Sustainable Energy Association (BCSEA)
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