Name
Plenary: Funding the Next Chapter of American Energy
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Location Name
La Villita Ballroom A - Plaza San Antonio
Description
The clean energy transition continues to scale in a post-OBBA world. The shifting policy environment has created new capital challenges as the industry looks to finance growth to meet soaring demand. Technology and deal structure innovation, supply chain and manufacturing hurdles, and countless other complexities make for a dynamic and evolving financing landscape. This panel will provide unique perspectives and on the ground experience in today’s solar and storage market.
Speakers
Colin Silver Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Darren Van't Hof Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Ted Michaels AJW Inc.
Jonathan Powers CleanCapital
Kristina Costa University of Chicago Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth
Chris Diaz Seminole Financial Services
Eric Barr U.S. Bank
Darren Van't Hof Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Ted Michaels AJW Inc.
Jonathan Powers CleanCapital
Kristina Costa University of Chicago Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth
Chris Diaz Seminole Financial Services
Eric Barr U.S. Bank