Opening Remarks
Modernizing a Century-Old Grid: How to Tackle Supply Chain Issues to Speed Up Progress
The energy transition raises questions about our infrastructure’s readiness to support increased electrification while reducing our reliance on fossil fuels. The Energy Information Administration predicts that only one-third of our energy will be renewable by 2030, falling short of the White House’s 80% target. Moreover, the planned two terawatts of renewable capacity far exceeds the […]
Understanding the Complicated Nature of Permitting and Interconnection Processes for Solar and Storage
With more than 2 TW of generation and storage resources currently waiting for transmission interconnection, speeding up the pace at which new utility-scale solar and storage projects can be permitted and connected to the grid is imperative for reaching climate goals. But fixing the complex and entrenched interconnection challenge is easier said than done. This […]
Storage Safety: Improving Policies, Practices, and Perceptions
While the lithium-ion storage industry continues to improve safety codes and standards and build a better understanding of safety best practices, high-profile storage safety events have led to increased public and policymaker attention on li-ion storage safety. If not actively addressed, concerns about safety may pose a challenge to expanding energy storage at the pace […]
Expanding Access to Solar: Exploring New Market Opportunities
Despite being the lowest-cost form of energy available today, solar has traditionally been out of reach for many, especially low-income households and multi-family units. An increasing focus on equity and access across the solar industry, coupled with recent federal policies and incentives, means more companies are realizing the strong business case for bringing solar to […]
EV Charging and Vehicle-to-Home/Grid Integration: Opportunities for Market Expansion
McKinsey & Company predicts that 44 million electric vehicles will be on the road by 2030. Wood MacKenzie predicts that EV infrastructure investment will take over from solar as the largest DER market by 2025. However you measure it, EVs, EV charging, and V2G are technologies that are here, and they are driving electrification decisions, […]
Energy Resilience in a Changing Climate – the Role of Microgrids
As climate-driven events such as hurricanes and wildfires become increasingly common, solar and storage microgrids have an essential role to play in maintaining access to critical facilities and services during larger grid outages. During this session, the panel will explore how the deployment of resiliency hubs and microgrids can effectively mitigate communities’ reliability challenges and […]
Securing the Distributed Energy Grid in 2024: A Role for Owners and Operators
Supercharged by investment flowing from the Inflation Reduction Act, networked solar PV, energy storage, electric vehicles, and EV chargers – known collectively as Distributed Energy Resources or “DER” – will transform the U.S. electricity grid in 2024. With this transformation comes the urgent need to secure DER networks and systems that will make up the […]
Sizing, Programming & Troubleshooting for Lithium Battery Technologies | HALF-DAY WORKSHOP
Additional registration required ($) for workshops held on Tuesday January 16th. This NABCEP board-certified training session will outline proper battery selection and sizing for off-grid & grid-connected systems using traditional deep cycle lead-acid and LiFePO4 lithium battery options.Programming of charging setpoints for systems using flooded and maintenance-free AGM & GEL models will be covered, including […]
Inspecting PV | HALF-DAY WORKSHOP
Additional registration required ($) for workshops held on Tuesday January 16th. This NABCEP registered training session reviews solar photovoltaic (PV) system requirements and changes in the National Electrical Code, from 2017 through 2023 and focusing on Articles 690 and 705. Participants will learn installation best practices and common code violations to avoid in PV system […]
Safety Issues Related to Solar PV & Storage Systems, Plus the Role of the Sustainable Energy Action Committee (SEAC)
Codes and standards are a critical element in our national transition to a clean energy economy. Codes—such as the International Building Code, the International Fire Code, International Residential Code, and the National Electric Code—provide clarity on how clean energy systems like solar PV and battery storage must be installed to ensure safety. Please join us […]
Launching Clean Tech Innovation in San Diego and Beyond
Learn about the proven steps that helped Cleantech San Diego launch $9 Billion in economic activity, provide 40,000 jobs, and propel 100+ startups, with nearly 500 patents, and $500 million in follow-up funding – and how they’re still going strong after 16 years of exciting, successful work! In this session, you’ll hear from Cleantech San […]