05/22/2024

2024 Midwest Solar Expo - May 20 - 22, 2024

The program was held at the DES Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.

The Midwest Solar Expo, held from May 20 to 22, 2024, brought together manufacturers, distributors, developers, policymakers, and other solar industry leaders to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. Powering Chicago was proud to be a host sponsor for the event to promote the safety standards and best practices adhered to by our qualified electrical contractors in the renewable energy field.

The Midwest Solar Expo is the premier conference in the region focusing on solar and clean energy business and is designed to bolster the thriving clean energy market in the Midwest. This annual gathering attracts over 700 attendees and features more than 80 speakers, bringing together a diverse group of industry leaders from various sectors to promote the expansion of solar and clean energy in the Midwest and beyond.

Conference highlights included:

• Networking with Industry Leaders
• In-Depth Market Insights
• Training Workshops
• New Products
• B2B Meetings

We thank all those who attended!

Pictured above is Elbert Walters, III, Executive Director of Powering Chicago, moderating the panel discussion. 

Pictured above is Gene Kent, Director of IBEW-NECA Technical Institute, presenting the value of successful DOL-registered apprenticeships. 

Pictured above is the Powering Chicago exhibit booth.

Pictured above is Garret Nilson, Deputy Director of SETO for the US Department of Energy, delivering a keynote.