SEIA and SEPA are once again co-hosting Solar Power International in Anaheim, California. The event will have an extra solar boost this year. The Anaheim Convention Center supports the largest city-owned convention center solar system in North America, with 2.4 MW spread across exhibit halls A, B and C. More than 20,000 energy industry professionals are expected to attend SPI this year, visiting over 750 manufacturers, service providers and vendors on the expo floor.
SPI will again co-locate with Energy Storage International, the largest energy storage event in North America. The storage side of the show expects 7,000 visitors and 165 exhibitors. Hydrogen + Fuel Cells North America will also have a presence in Anaheim, where interested solar+storage professionals can learn more about storing renewable energies and producing hydrogen in the process.
There’s plenty to see at the show this year, including the obligatory all-day happy hours in the exhibit hall. The general sessions promise great insight into the industry. Tuesday’s opening ceremony features business moguls and political communication strategists explaining how the industry should be effectively communicating our positive attributes to make solar a more dominant player in the U.S. energy landscape. We should all listen up.
Oh, and stop by Booth 2793 to see the SPW crew!
Must-See Events
Monday, September 24
Top Solar Contractors Gala
We’re hosting our sixth annual Top Solar Contractors Gala in Anaheim. The event celebrates those lucky installation companies on our Top Solar Contractors list. Want to come next year? Make sure to apply as a Top Solar Contractor! Only official listees score an invite to our exclusive event.
Tuesday, September 25
SPI Block Party
End Day 1 of SPI right and join your colleagues for networking, food and beer at the House of Blues! The party is included with full conference registration, but other attendees may purchase tickets during registration for $150.
Wednesday, September 26
General Session: The Opportunities for Solar+Storage in the Military
Wednesday’s 8 a.m. general session will feature Sharon Burke, assistant secretary of defense for operational energy under the Obama Administration. Burke will discuss how the military is investing in solar+storage for safety and security, and what business opportunities are out there for energy professionals.
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