The Washington State University Tri-Cities Institute for Northwest Energy Futures, or INEF, is holding an open house and ribbon cutting Oct. 2 to address how to meet the energy demands of the future. 

INEF works to help tackle the transition to clean energy by connecting WSU energy efforts and partners to develop clean energy and carbon-neutral solutions. The institute is led by Noel Schulz, the inaugural director.

Other leaders include Yonas Demissie, assistant director for engineering and environment; Chad Kruger, assistant director for agriculture, extension and outreach; and Georgine Yorgey, the new WSU energy program director.  

Nearly 30 groups in the WSU system are involved in energy-related efforts. INEF’s goal is to connect these groups, plus policymakers, researchers and stakeholders, with the ideas and expertise needed to create solutions. The open house will educate attendees about how INEF will serve as a connector.  

The open house is 4:30-6 p.m. Oct. 2 at 2892 Pauling Ave., Richland.  

The event will feature comments from WSU leadership and stakeholders, tours, interactive displays, and networking activities.

Registration is requested. Go to: tricities.wsu.edu/event/institute-for-northwest-energy-futures-open-house.