WECAN: Washington Energy Carbon Advancement Network New Members & Other Updates

The Washington Energy Carbon Advancement Network, WECAN, is a regional innovation cluster focused on overcoming industry-identified barriers to carbon management project deployment in the Northwest and advancing solutions that leverage the region’s geologic, regulatory, political, and research strengths.

We are excited to welcome four new Advisory Board members:

• Carbfix
• NW Natural
• McKinstry
• Williams

These organizations join a strong and growing Advisory Board, alongside members from 

• CarbonQuest
• PSE
• Johnston Engineering
• Stoel Rives  

What We're Working On: 

• Interagency coordination & regulatory pathway development for geologic carbon sequestration
• Sequestration hub strategy and roadmap development for Washington State
• Legislative engagement, policy development, and education
• Stakeholder convening and cross-sector coalition building
• Technical education and knowledge sharing (agencies, legislators, industry)

What's Happening Now: 

• Monthly interstate agency convenings across Washington, Oregon, and federal partners 
• Monthly Advisory Board meetings to discuss infrastructure, permitting, and deployment pathways
• Ongoing engagement with legislative partners and state agencies to align carbon manegement efforts 

WECAN’s Advisory Board

CarbFix • CarbonQuest • PSE • McKinstry • Johnston Engineering • Stoel Rives • NW Natural  • Williams

The board meets regularly to:

• Help identify key barriers and opportunities
• Provide input on priority focus areas
• Guide WECAN’s near-term actions and longer-term strategy

The advisory board convenes for monthly meetings to inform WECAN’s strategic direction and discuss current efforts. If you are interested in learning more or particpating contact Research and Program Specialist, Teresa Gonzalez, at teresa@cleantechalliance.org.