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A solar future for Cranbrook?

by Kristen Mitchell — April 11, 2013

A construction worker affixes solar panels to a roof.

Solar energy is a rapidly developing clean energy source with a lot of potential. — Elena Elisseeva/photos.com

The City of Cranbrook is pleased to be offering a public presentation on the value of solar energy in the area. The Solar Future is a free event that is happening Monday, April 22, 2013, at 7 p.m. in the College of the Rockies lecture theatre.

Cranbrook receives the most sunshine in British Columbia: Could it become B.C.’s leading solar community? Globally, the solar revolution is moving rapidly, but prices are still high. Come and learn about new initiatives and developments that are happening around the world. -Presentation poster

Guest speaker Guy Dauncey is a published author, a speaker and the founder and president of the BC Sustainable Energy Association. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about a valuable energy source and the potential for your home, business and community.

Kristen studied at College of the Rockies in Cranbrook and has worked in a variety of industries, from agriculture to construction, retail to restaurants. She now brings her understanding of the area to Kootenay Business magazine. View all of Kristen Mitchell’s articles