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• IPA Power Hour—Understanding Electricity Prices: Trends & Tools in the U.S. and Illinois

  • When
    24 Apr 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom (Receive Link After Registering)

  

  Understanding Electricity Prices: Trends & Tools in the U.S. and Illinois.

  The session will dive into how electricity prices are set, recent national and Illinois trends, key drivers behind price changes, and market developments shaping future costs. Attendees will also learn about tools and strategies that states are deploying to navigate these evolving dynamics.

  Featured speakers for this webinar include Will Gorman, Research Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, who co-authored a Science Direct white paper on factors influencing recent retail electricity price trends; Nathan Miller, Senior Director at Energy + Environmental Economics, Inc., which collaborated with IPA and other Illinois state agencies on the Resource Adequacy Study; and James Rouland, IPA Planning & Procurement Chief. Registration is required to attend.

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  About the IPA Power Hour series: The IPA, an independent government agency, responsible for the implementation of renewables in the state, hosts monthly thought leadership webinars on emerging clean energy issues and themes. The IPA has been hosting these educational webinars since 2021. To date, we have hosted 37 webinars on various energy and clean energy issues and themes and invited national and local thought leaders and energy experts. To view full recordings of the our past webinars, please visit the IPA website.   

  
  

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• YPC Speaker Series - Abby Hopper

  • When
    29 Apr 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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  Join the Illinois Solar Energy Association Young Professionals Council for a special installment of the YPC Webinar Series featuring Abby Hopper, former President and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association.

  This series kicks off  Wednesday, 4/29/2026 at 12:00 PM and is designed to give members the opportunity to hear directly from one of the industry’s most recognized leaders.

  The discussion will focus on:

  • career insights and advice for young professionals
  • perspectives on leadership and professional growth,
  • current industry topics and market trends, and

  This webinar is intended to create an accessible space for learning, engagement, and meaningful industry conversation. Attendees will gain valuable insight into both career development and the evolving solar and storage landscape.

  Registration for this event will be free of charge.

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• Illinois Solar Industry Policy Webinar - Trailer Bill Overview

  • When
    18 May 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom - Register to Receive Link

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  Please join Solar Powers Illinois for an update on Illinois solar and storage policy.

  Allison Richard of Anderson Richard Consulting and Regina McCormack, Policy Director at Illinois Solar Energy & Storage Association, will focus the discussion on the Trailer Bill (HB4996),including key provisions, potential implications for the solar and energy storage market, and what stakeholders should be aware of as the legislation evolves. The conversation will also touch on how the bill fits within the broader Illinois policy landscape and ongoing priorities for the clean energy sector.

  The Zoom link will be included in your registration confirmation email.

  Please sign in to your ISEA Business Membership account prior to registering. If you are not an ISEA Business Member, please use the registration code provided and select the Non-ISEA Member ticket option.

  If you would like to invite employees from your company who are not a part of your membership bundle, you may add them as "guests" during the registration process.

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• 2026 Solar and Storage Lobby Day & Legislative Solar Tailgate

  • Start
    19 May 2026
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    5:00 PM
  • End
    20 May 2026
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    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Springfield, IL - Breakfast Briefing at Boone's; 301 W Edwards St, Springfield, IL 62704

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  Join Solar Powers Illinois in Springfield for two days of connection, advocacy, and impact at our Solar and Storage Lobby Day & Legislative Solar Tailgate.

  Kick things off on Tuesday, May 19 from 5:00–7:30 PM with a fun and relaxed networking tailgate alongside the House vs. Senate Softball Game at Lincoln Park Baseball Field in Springfield. Enjoy great food from the Twyford BBQ Food Truck, refreshments, and the chance to connect with peers while cheering on Illinois legislators.

  Then, on Wednesday, May 20, come together with industry leaders to engage directly with policymakers during Solar & Storage Lobby Day. Participants will meet with legislators to discuss the Trailer Bill (HB4996) and other key energy issues. You’ll be placed in a lobbying group based on your market segment and location, and provided with all necessary materials and talking points. To prepare, we’ll gather that morning at 8:00 AM at Boone’s for breakfast and a briefing before heading to the Capitol.

  Looking to make an even greater impact? Become a sponsor and help support this important work.

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• Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA) Midwest

  • Start
    15 Jun 2026
  • End
    17 Jun 2026
  • Location
    Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, Illinois

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  Join the Illinois Solar Energy & Storage Association (ISEA) at IESNA Midwest—previously known as the Midwest Solar Expo—taking place June 15-17 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.

  IESNA Midwest unites the region’s solar + storage community for meaningful connections, quality exhibition, and targeted education. With tariffs, policy changes, and market pressures creating new challenges, there's never been a more important time to meet with fellow professionals, explore the latest technologies, and dig into the state-level dynamics shaping the Midwest's energy future.

  Highlights include:

  • A purpose-built exhibit hall featuring industry-leading companies including Summit Ridge Energy, Trajectory Energy Partners, APA Solar Racking, Energyscape Renewables, EticaAG, Heliene USA, and more.
  • More than 15 workshop and conference sessions examining state and federal policy updates, grid interconnection, transmission and utility-scale deployment, regulation, and financing, among other key topics within a Midwest lens.
  • Dynamic networking activities, including an Opening Reception, Pop-a-Shot basketball competition, Solar Drinks with ISEA, and more.

  Register with a Partner Discount 

  Join ISEA at IESNA Midwest—at a 20% discount! 

  How to Receive the Discount 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 Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA) Midwest website linked above. This offer is not valid for Non-Exhibiting Suppliers. If you have questions, please email info@iesna.com.
  
  

  Interested in Sponsoring or Exhibiting?

  ISEA is happy to discuss sponsorship opportunities and answer any questions you may have. Please reach out to Lesley and include the subject line: IESNA Sponsorship – [Your Organization Name]

  If you’re ready to move forward, we encourage you to register through ISEA, it’s a great way to support your local trade association.
  
  

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• MnSEIA's Gateway to Solar Conference

  • Start
    29 Sep 2026
  • End
    30 Sep 2026
  • Location
    The InterContinental MSP Airport Hotel in Minneapolis, Minnesota

  
  

  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.

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• Early Bird Registration - ILREC

  • Start
    19 Oct 2026
  • End
    20 Oct 2026
  • Location
    Bloomington-Normal Marriott and Conference Center | 201 Broadway Avenue Normal, IL 61761

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  Early Bird Registration

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

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• Educator Registration - ILREC

  • Start
    19 Oct 2026
  • End
    20 Oct 2026
  • Location
    Bloomington-Normal Marriott and Conference Center | 201 Broadway Avenue Normal, IL 61761

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  Educator Registration

  To receive the Educator Discount, please register using official government email address. 

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

  
  

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• Student Registration

  • Start
    19 Oct 2026
  • End
    20 Oct 2026
  • Location
    Bloomington-Normal Marriott and Conference Center | 201 Broadway Avenue Normal, IL 61761

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  Student Registration

  To receive the Student Discount, please register using student assoicated email address.

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

  
  

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• Government Employee Registration - ILREC

  • Start
    19 Oct 2026
  • End
    20 Oct 2026
  • Location
    Bloomington-Normal Marriott and Conference Center | 201 Broadway Avenue Normal, IL 61761

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  Government Employee Registration

  To receive the Government Discount, please register using official government email address. 

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

  
  

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