Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association upcoming events

Solar & Storage Industry Retrospective Webinar (24 Aug 2026)

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

So much has happened across the solar and clean energy landscape over the past year since HR 1 and quite frankly, many of us haven't had the time or bandwidth to fully process it all. This August, CHESSA is bringing the industry together to do just that. The Solar & Storage Industry Retrospective is a webinar bringing together voices from across the country to reflect on the past year, share perspectives, and have the honest conversation our industry needs right now.

Speakers:

Robin Dutta, Executive Director, CHESSA
Ben Norris, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, SEIA
Julia Dinkel, Associate Director of Public Policy, Novogradac
Monika Gerhart, Executive Director, Gulf States Renewable Energy Industries Association

We are grateful to have such a great group of speakers joining us for this session.

Register for free with our exclusive promo code!

How to Receive the Promo Code: Log in to your ISEA account and register on this page to receive an email with the code. Then, apply the code when you register on the webinar registration website linked above.

Agrivoltaics Certification Training for Solar Developers and Operators: Chicago RE+ Midwest (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

What to Expect When You’re Expecting Sheep

Join the American Solar Grazing Association (ASGA) for a dynamic, one-day agrivoltaics training designed specifically for solar developers, asset managers, and operations teams. The workshop provides a clear, practical overview of how to effectively integrate sheep grazing into solar site management, grounded in real-world experience and industry best practices.

The training will include a morning session at RE+ Midwest in Schaumburg, IL, followed by an optional on-site tour of a nearby solar grazed site. Participants will gain a firsthand look at how grazing works in practice and leave with actionable insights to support successful implementation. Upon completion, participants will receive a certification from ASGA.

Please let us know if you intend to participate in the afternoon solar grazing site tour. Transportation to the site tour will be provided.

Date: September 10th, 2026
Time:
- Workshop Session: 8:00am to 12:30pm
- Solar Site Tour: 2:00pm to 4:00pm (not including travel time)
Location: RE+ Midwest, Schaumburg, IL
Solar Grazing Site Tour: Plato Solar located in Elgin, IL

What you’ll learn at the training workshop:

Site design considerations for solar sheep
Benefits of using sheep
What a grazed site looks like
Sheep safety & well-being
How sheep are managed on solar sites
Livestock herding and guardian dogs
Operational site expectations and strategies
Principles for enduring farmer partnerships

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MnSEIA's Gateway to Solar Conference (29 Sep 2026)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The Gateway to Solar Conference, hosted by the Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA), is one of the Midwest's biggest and best solar + storage conferences. Each year solar installers and developers, manufacturers, distributors, financiers, engineers, utilities, job trainers, trade unions, non-profits, government agencies, and more gather for quality networking and education.

Meet industry professionals from across the state and country, hear from state officials, regulators, and legislators, and gain in-depth insight into Minnesota's booming market and where it's headed during this exciting two-day conference.

Explore full event details and register on MnSEIA's website HERE.

Illinois Renewable Energy Conference (ILREC) (19 Oct 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

What is the Illinois Renewable Energy Conference?

Hosted by the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA), the Illinois Renewable Energy Conference is a premier, industry-focused event bringing together leaders shaping the future of clean energy in Illinois.

As investment and deployment accelerate across the state, the sector faces critical challenges and opportunities in grid modernization, interconnection, permitting, workforce development, and equitable growth. This conference convenes the professionals driving solutions in these areas.

Dates: October 19–20, 2026
Location: Bloomington-Normal Marriott and Conference Center | 201 Broadway Avenue Normal, IL 61761

Why Attend?

The Illinois Renewable Energy Conference is designed to advance Illinois’ renewable energy market by connecting leaders from across the ecosystem.

Attendees will:

Hear from senior executives, policymakers, and subject-matter experts leading the industry
Explore key policy developments, market trends, and business solutions
Engage in cross-sector collaboration through focused sessions and networking opportunities
Build strategic relationships with partners, customers, and suppliers accelerating renewable energy growth in Illinois

Whether you are focused on solar, storage, wind, emerging technologies, or broader clean energy initiatives, this conference offers meaningful conversations and practical insights to support your work.

What to Expect

Industry-driven programming and strategic discussions
Networking events and shared meals designed to foster connection
Actionable insights relevant to Illinois’ evolving energy landscape
Access to the state’s leading renewable energy professionals

Learn More

For the full agenda, speaker updates, and conference details, please visit:
illinoisrenewableenergyconference.org