SEIA Events at RE+

Powering Our Future: Ownership. Innovation. Global Impact.

The B.O.S.S. Inaugural Conference & 5th Anniversary Celebration brings together Black founders, business leaders, industry executives, investors, and allies who are shaping the future of solar and clean energy. Through executive conversations, industry insights, strategic networking, and interactive programming, attendees will explore opportunities to grow businesses, access capital, build partnerships, and expand their impact across the clean energy economy.

Rooted in Black excellence and the power of ownership, the conference celebrates five years of B.O.S.S. while advancing the relationships, opportunities, and industry leadership needed to build generational wealth and help shape the next era of American energy.

The Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy's Pathways to Trust: A Learning Journey Towards Equitable Tribal Partnership℠ workshop brings together energy developers, project managers, and industry professionals for three interactive hours drawn from Levels 1 & 2 of the program. Native American reservations hold an estimated 10% of the nation's energy resources, and building lasting partnerships with Tribal Nations requires genuine understanding and respect. With Indigenous-led instruction from the Alliance, attendees will explore how Tribal governance and cultural protocols work, and how equitable collaboration can speed up permitting, unlock incentives, and create shared economic benefits. Participants also receive complimentary access to complete Levels 1 & 2 online, which is one requirement for becoming a certified Preferred Provider in the Alliance’s Preferred Provider Program.

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As the dust settles from the 2026 midterm elections, join us for a conversation on the industry’s election engagement this year, our plans for 2027 and beyond. Networking reception to follow.

American Power Forward is the solar and storage industry’s SuperPAC, and a key tool in the industry’s political toolkit. Hear from industry leaders that are mobilizing political capital to open new market opportunities, and create durable political power for the solar and storage industries.

Join Ampacity at the SEIA booth. Drop by to meet their team, and hear what they’re working on.

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Networking meeting for members of SEIA's tax and finance committee.

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In person meeting of SEIA's Distributed Generation division. Opportunity to develop priorities for division for 2027 and hear updates from on key areas of SEIA's work impacting the division.

As demand for solar and energy storage grows, traditional “fit-and forget” interconnection approaches are increasingly misaligned with grid realities. Flexible Interconnection (Flex IX)—where DERs are operated under agreements that allow for limited curtailment to manage system constraints—is an emerging tool to accelerate clean energy deployment while maintaining grid safety and reliability. Establishing these programs, however, has required a steep learning curve in each state and utility service territory. This roundtable will discuss a new Flexible Interconnection Toolkit that guides states, utilities, developers, and advocates on establishing Flex IX programs. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, provide input, and discuss pathways forward.

SEIA’s Residential Solar and Storage Division meeting attracts professionals across the residential solar and storage ecosystem. The meeting will provide exclusive updates from key SEIA staff on issues important to residential deployment, networking, and interactive discussions on what lies ahead and how SEIA and its members can best work together to support residential deployment throughout the country.

With SEIA and the Coalition for Community Solar Access officially joining forces this October, SEIA is launching the Distributed Power project, a dedicated home for policy and advocacy across community solar, mid-scale solar, and front-of-the-meter distributed solar and storage. The fastest-growing corner of the clean energy economy now has a powerful national voice.

Distributed Power project Steering Committee members are invited to come together in person at RE+! We will get to business and review the 2027 Distributed Power Annual Plan. This is an invite only event and due to the room constraints will be limited to up to two Distributed Power Steering Committee members per member company. Questions? Contact Amanda Vanega at avanega@seia.org.

SEIA Codes & Standards and Mounting System Manufacturers Working Groups and Friends: Please join us for a combined meeting of SEIA members and non-members engaged in development of a broad range of codes & standards for PV and energy storage systems. Guests include the Sustainable Energy Action Committee (SEAC), Solar & Storage Industry Forum (SSIF), ASCE Solar PV Structures Committee, and others. This is an opportunity for open discussion and sharing of ideas. (This meeting is not a substitute for our Codes & Standards Symposium, which is a separately registered event.)

Stop by the SEIA booth to meet Jared Schoch, founder and chairman of TurningPoint Energy, and get a signed copy of his new book, Solar Coaster: The Untold Story of the Solar Industry and One Man’s Journey Leading with Soul. Drawing on nearly two decades in the industry, Schoch takes an insider’s look at the highs, lows and political battles that shaped U.S. solar, along with what they taught him about leading with purpose.
 

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Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) invite solar, storage, and other clean energy company representatives to gather at our Apprenticeship & Workforce Trends & Networking Power Hour.

Join us to learn about industry apprenticeship trends from peers who are implementing apprenticeship programs and connect with organizations that can support companies in meeting Registered Apprenticeship requirements for clean energy tax credits and additional workforce needs. Registered Apprenticeship programs are a critical tool for supporting a robust and well-trained solar, storage, and other clean energy workforce. All types of solar, storage, and other clean energy companies and organizations are welcome to attend this FREE event to hear the latest on Registered Apprenticeship trends and meet with potential workforce partners.

The event will kick off with a "Discussion on Solar and Storage Apprenticeship Trends" where the audience will learn from industry apprenticeship experts who are implementing successful programs. Then we will move into our "Networking Power Hour" for solar, storage, and other clean energy industry representatives to connect with apprenticeship and workforce organizations that can support companies in participating in a Registered Apprenticeship program, launching an employer-sponsored apprenticeship program, or expanding the candidate pool for apprenticeship programs and other career opportunities.

As renewable energy becomes an increasingly important part of the grid, ensuring the security and resilience of renewable generation and energy storage is critical to maintaining grid reliability. Cybersecurity must be integrated into business decision-making and operational resilience efforts, not treated as a siloed technical issue. This session will be focused on helping organizations better understand and communicate cyber risk, prepare for disruptions, and build operational resilience. This deep dive will be divided into two parts.

In the first half of the session, industry experts will discuss how organizations can identify and prioritize the most critical functions and consequences for renewable energy for recovery and resilience purposes. Attendees will gain practical insights into preparedness, cross-functional coordination, recovery planning, and the lessons learned from past incidents. 

The second half of this deep dive will explore how renewable energy organizations can better measure cyber risk to understand financial and operational impacts from cyber events. Panelists will discuss the evolving cyber insurance market and what insurers look for when evaluating risk. The session will also examine practical approaches for translating cybersecurity risks into meaningful business impacts, enabling leaders to prioritize investments, manage enterprise risk, and build a stronger business case for cybersecurity across an organization.

The SEIA Regulatory Affairs team is hosting a happy hour for members of the Regulatory Affairs Committee. The happy hour will be an informal gathering for members of the Regulatory Affairs Committee to meet with each other and the SEIA Regulatory Affairs team.

Network with policy and industry leaders in battery energy storage including SEIA's industry leaders. An informal event with brief remarks and refreshments.

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Networking opportunity for SEIA SSC division members. May include remarks from SEIA CEO.

An exclusive evening gathering for C-suite executives and industry leaders shaping the future of clean energy. Join fellow CEOs and senior decision-makers for an intimate reception featuring curated conversation, high-level networking, and a chance to connect with the most influential voices in solar. By invitation only.

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Join fellow SEIA members for morning gathering at RE+, the solar and clean energy industry's premier event. Connect with industry leaders, and strengthen the relationships that drive the clean energy transition forward. A great opportunity to network with peers and catch up on what's shaping the future of solar before the day's sessions begin.

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Cypress Creek takes over the SEIA booth. Hear from CEO Kevin Smith and view the first-ever showing of their full documentary American Steel. American Energy. Coffee, muffins, and pastries will be provided in case you cannot make the SEIA Power Breakfast.

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A new chapter for distributed energy starts now. With SEIA and the Coalition for Community Solar Access officially joining forces this October, SEIA is launching the Distributed Power project, a dedicated home for policy and advocacy across community solar, mid-scale solar, and front-of-the-meter distributed solar and storage. The fastest-growing corner of the clean energy economy now has a powerful national voice.

Fuel up for the day ahead with SEIA's Distributed Power & State Affairs team at the SEIA Booth. Grab a coffee, connect with the leaders shaping distributed energy policy across the country. Swing by to chat with the team about what the Distributed Power project is building, swap ideas with fellow advocates and industry colleagues, and find out how you can plug in and be part of the work.

If community solar, distributed storage, or mid-scale solar is part of your world, this is the "Happy Hour" to attend . Come for the coffee, stay for the community, and leave ready to help build what's next. See you at the SEIA booth!

Power Demand: Adapting the Market to Prevent the Breaking Point

The power market is in a moment of maximum uncertainty. Renewable energy and storage have become essential assets in this mix, protecting against supply volatility. This session will address how stakeholders can develop hedging strategies among an evolving generation mix, both behind and in front of the meter.

Market Dynamics

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A fireside chat on the political and policy forces reshaping the industry. From federal and state priorities to trade, tariffs, and what the renewables sector needs to do differently.

Solar & Storage Outlook

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Hear the latest solar and storage forecasts and what they reveal about the evolving market outlook.

Ask the Experts: What Does a Stakeholder Do in Today’s Market?

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Moderator: Justin Baca

This is your opportunity to engage directly with our panel on how policy changes and market uncertainty affect solar and storage, including supply-chain risks, asset valuation, siting considerations, the bulk power system declaration, and the implications of FEOC rules and domestic manufacturing requirements.

At this SEIA meeting, you can talk to experts about your most difficult challenges in managing IBRs (Inverter-based Resources), complying with Reliability Standards, and how software systems are being used to manage IBRs. At the beginning of this meeting, attendees will get a chance to listen to short presentations from four leading software/service providers who are focused on the unique challenges of IBR management and compliance. They will present their companies' area of focus, and how they might be able to help you address your challenges. After those presentations, the session will evolve into a breakout session where you can interact with any of the solution providers, on a private 1-to-1 basis at individual tables.  You can have a free discussion with the solution providers on any topic, for example an overview of their solutions or detailed aspects of services they provide.

The software/service providers who will be present are:
•    GridStrong (gridstrong.ai)
•    Radian Generation (radiangen.com)
•    Stem (stem.com)
•    VComply (v-comply.com)

Local approval is getting harder. Your campaign needs to start earlier.

Clean energy projects do not win permits on facts alone. They win when developers understand local concerns, build trusted relationships and give supporters a reason to show up.

In this 4-hour training, Tigercomm will show you how to apply proven political campaign strategies to renewable energy permitting and community engagement. You’ll learn how to identify local risk earlier, reach the people who influence permitting officials and build the kind of community support that helps projects move forward.

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This is an in-person meeting for SEIA’s Manufacturing Division. The Manufacturing Division serves as a forum for companies focused on solar and storage manufacturing and related services. The division provides education and fosters information exchange and industry collaboration on manufacturing competitiveness, technology and innovation, supply chain issues, and workforce development. The meeting is only open to SEIA members.

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Join SolarPAC for a fundraiser to continue our outstanding track record supporting champions of solar and energy storage.

Community Engagement Networking Power Hour: a structured networking opportunity for solar companies to network with NGOs, consultants, and each other to support successful community engagement for solar and storage projects in host communities.

Come join SEIA State Affairs staff for a happy hour to celebrate our wins for the year!

This half-day Summit of the SEIA Affiliate Network will foster continued collaboration and alignment amongst the various state and regional trade organizations representing the solar and storage industries. The Summit will drive conversations forward on pressing policy issues around the country and membership development strategies that can support long-term industry growth.