If you’re a solar contractor in the southeastern U.S., you won’t want to miss May’s RE+ Southeast Conference. This major networking event will take place May 16th-18th, giving pros a chance to grow regional business opportunities while learning about important developments affecting the market. Below, we highlight some of the key workshops and presentations on the agenda.
What’s On the Schedule?
The entire schedule for RE+ Southeast can be found here. A variety of workshops, presentations, panel discussions, and networking sessions are planned. Here are the most noteworthy of each day.
May 16th
Solar 101 Workshop
One day prior to the official conference kickoff, SEIA will be hosting a workshop that provides a complete overview of the region’s solar landscape, arming you with the information you need to make the most of everything covered at RE+S.
May 17th
IRA – The Renewable Energy and Economic Development Boom: Forecasts and Predictions
A discussion of the beneficial impacts anticipated from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), spanning from clean energy deployment, manufacturing developments, and electrification. Experts assess how states are responding, and how IRA funding can be used.
State Briefings
A number of briefings will be held, dedicated to several states in the region: Arkansas, the Carolinas, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennesse, Virginia, and the Gulf states (Alabama, Louisiana & Mississippi). These briefings will review the current market conditions for each state and evaluate the issues they’re faced with.
Adapting to Climate Change: Strengthening the Southeast through Resilience
Strengthening the Southeast’s power grid is discussed in the context of the region’s severe weather events. Policy and technical solutions are discussed, including wider market reform and mass deployment of renewable energy infrastructure.
Quick Talk: New Approaches for Clean Energy Workforce Development
Reviewing the need for collaboration between government entities and contractors in growing the clean energy workforce. Training, certification, and incentive programs are highlighted, as well as strategies for sourcing IRA funding. Experts analyze how these efforts actually reduce costs for solar contractors.
May 18th
Carbon Reduction in the Carolinas
Panelists outline how the industry can meet the goals set by House Bill 951, which requires reducing carbon emissions levels by 70% (from 2005 levels) by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Also discussed are Duke Energy’s newly proposed programs working toward 100% clean energy.
Third-Party Ownership – Does it Make Sense in the Southeast?
Industry leaders share their thoughts on the viability of solar lease or power purchase agreements (TPO) as an alternative to traditional solar financing. Pros and cons, regulations, and opportunities are all covered topics.
The Evolving Rooftop Solar Landscape
Net metering developments in Georgia, North Carolina, and Arkansas are reviewed, as well as the wider debate on customer compensation for solar generation. Issues are considered in the context of both power grid demands and state net-zero goals.
How to Attend RE+ Southeast
If you wish to attend RE+, submit your registration here. Early bird registration and exhibitor signup has closed, but standard admission is open until May 15th.
Will RE+ Southeast Help Me Find More Solar Appointments?
Much of the information offered at RE+ will be useful in understanding regional customer demands and challenges. With the insights gleaned at the conference, you’ll also be able to effectively leverage resources that can potentially drive up your total sales numbers.
All leads are screened and signed up for exclusive solar appointments, meaning that you are the only contractor who they’ll be put in touch with. This reduces threat of competition and allows you to make a deal without putting undue pressure on the homeowner. Enjoy higher closing rates and see your lead generation budget achieve excellent ROI. Signup is free, and no extra fees or contracts are required.
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