Metro CERT Annual Event

Attendees smiling around a table
kristell porter speaking
Attendees viewing the illustrations

The Metro CERT Annual Event is where the Twin Cities clean energy community comes to connect, celebrate, and ignite what’s next.

For nearly two decades, this powerhouse gathering has united neighbors, leaders, and innovators from across the 11-county region to share wins, spark ideas, and build momentum for Minnesota’s clean energy future.

Don’t miss the energy!

2026 Metro CERT Annual Event

We're excited to announce our upcoming event: Thursday, April 30, at the Hyland Hills Ski Area Chalet in Bloomington.

  • 4-4:30 p.m. Sign in and networking
  • 4:30-6:30 p.m. Programming
  • 6:30-8 p.m. Networking

Save the date! Registration info is coming soon — stay tuned!

We're also creating a way to coordinate carpool options to make it easier to travel to and from the event's Bloomington location. Details coming soon!

Power the movement

Fuel the future: 2026 sponsorships spots now open

Find the level of sponsorship that fits and reach out to Diana McKeown ([email protected]) to secure your sponsorship.

Terawatt ($10,000)

1 available

Be the power behind the party. As the exclusive Terawatt Sponsor, your organization will help energize connections across the metro’s clean energy community while receiving premier visibility and recognition. 

Includes:

  • Appetizer sponsor recognition, fueling conversations and connections.
  • Reserved front-row table for your team, with 16 drink tickets and 8 large swag bags.
  • Prominent logo placement in event promotions, agenda, and website.
  • Verbal recognition during the event program and featured onsite signage.
  • Elevated social media spotlight showcasing your leadership in clean energy collaboration.

Gigawatt ($5,000)

2 available

Keep the energy high. As one of two Gigawatt sponsors, your organization will receive prominent visibility and recognition prior to and during our event.

Includes:

  • Reserved front-row table for your team, with 16 drink tickets and 8 large swag bags.
  • Prominent logo placement in event promotions, agenda, and website.
  • Verbal recognition during the event program and featured onsite signage.
  • Elevated social media spotlight showcasing your leadership in clean energy collaboration.

Megawatt ($2,500)

4 available 

Show up in a BIG way. Significant recognition prior to and during our event.

Includes:

  • 8 drink tickets and 8 small CERTs swag bags.
  • Logo placement on website and onsite signage.
  • Social media spotlights on your clean energy collaboration.

Kilowatt ($1,000)

10 available

Spread the love — your support helps keep our event open and accessible for all attendees.

Includes:

  • 4 drink tickets and 1 large CERTs swag bag.
  • Logo placement on website.
  • Social media spotlights on your clean energy collaboration.

Watt ($500)

Unlimited

Every Watt makes a difference — thank you for your support!

Includes:

  • Two drink tickets.
  • Logo placement on website.
  • Social media spotlights.

Metro CERT Annual Events over the years