This article was originally shared by commerce.wa.gov, learn more about BEACON Project at: Building Efficiency and Clean Operations Network (BEACON) Fellowship Project – Washington State Department of Commerce
The Building Efficiency and Clean Operations Network (BEACON) Project launched in June 2025, placing 10 fellows across the state to provide free, technical assistance to building owners working to meet the Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS). The Smart Buildings Center is supporting the project with training and technical support for the fellows. We are sharing features of BEACON fellows from different counties for the next few weeks that are published by the Department of Commerce. If you’re interested in receiving assistance from a BEACON fellow, please complete the BEACON Project Interest Form.
Chelan County: Ava Burk
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Where is your host site?
My service area is Chelan County, and my host site is Wenatchee Valley College.
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Can you tell us a little about yourself?
I am originally from Omaha, Nebraska, but I currently live in Wenatchee. I recently graduated from Wenatchee Valley College, and I was on the Sustainability Committee for the entirety of my time at WVC. I am passionate about nurturing a balance of enabled play in the natural world while enforcing the protection of it. There’s no other place I’d rather be than outside, which is why I am so keen on conserving nature.
Why did you apply to be a BEACON fellow?
I applied to be a BEACON Fellow because I want to create sustainable cities. Energy efficient measures are an incredibly effective way to begin transforming the relationship between the built environment and the natural world. Through sustainable initiatives, urban areas and the natural world can thrive in harmony. I am incredibly excited to be a part of this process.
Ava provides Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS) support to Tier 1 and Tier 2 buildings in Chelan County. To receive services, please complete the BEACON Project Interest Form. You can also email Ava at [email protected].
