RE+ Midwest is the premier forum for professionals dedicated to the integration of solar, storage, and additional renewable energy assets like wind energy and electric vehicle infrastructure in the region.

This year’s education programming has expanded to include in-depth sessions surrounding siting, land use, and community energy in addition to state energy briefings and panels discussing relevant market trends in the region.

SEIA Events at RE+ Midwest

The Solar Energy Industries Association® (SEIA) is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy. SEIA works with its 1,200 member companies and other strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power. SEIA co-hosts RE+ Events across the world, striving to keep the industry moving forward by offering cutting-edge events centered around the trends, technology, and research that power the industry.

RSVP Only SEIA Meetings & Events

These exclusive SEIA Meetings and Events require registration. Join us for the opportunity learn about the newest standards of operation and connect with other SEIA members. 

Wednesday, September 9, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:30 PMEnergized by SEIA Member Networking Reception

Get ENERGIZED and join SEIA for our member networking reception in the Winter Garden located inside the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel. Connect with colleagues, partners, and industry peers in a relaxed, informal setting near downtown Chicago.

SEIA Member - $0
Non-Member - $20

Door prizes are available - 1st place, $100 Visa Gift Card, 2nd place, $50 Visa Gift Card. Attendees must be registered to win, and must collect their "ENERGIZED" ribbons from the SEIA booth during Expo Hall hours on September 9, 2026.

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Partner Events

Thursday, September 10, 2026
8:00 AM - 12:30 PMAgrivoltaics Certification Training for Solar Developers and Operators: Chicago RE+ Midwest (Additional Ticket Required)

Join the American Solar Grazing Association (ASGA) for a dynamic, one-day agrivoltaics training designed specifically for solar developers, asset managers, and operations teams. The workshop provides a clear, practical overview of how to effectively integrate sheep grazing into solar site management, grounded in real-world experience and industry best practices.

The training will include a morning session at RE+ Midwest in Schaumburg, IL, followed by an optional on-site tour of a nearby solar grazed site. Participants will gain a firsthand look at how grazing works in practice and leave with actionable insights to support successful implementation. Upon completion, participants will receive a certification from ASGA.

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1:00 PM - 5:00 PMTigercomm Workshop for Renewable Energy Project Permitting & Community Engagement (Additional Ticket Required)

Clean energy projects do not win permits on facts alone. They win when developers understand local concerns, build trusted relationships and give supporters a reason to show up.

In this 4-hour training, Tigercomm will show you how to apply proven political campaign strategies to renewable energy permitting and community engagement. You’ll learn how to identify local risks earlier, reach the people who influence permitting officials and build the kind of community support that helps projects move forward.
 

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Interested in Sponsoring?

Contact us today at sponsorship@seia.org. We are happy to explore what works best for you and your business.

RE+ Events is the global event and association management organization specializing in the clean energy industry. Our flagship event, RE+, is the largest renewable energy event in North America. The RE+ Events portfolio also includes events within the U.S. focusing on trends and policies in specific states/regions, events specific to technology sectors within the industry, and international events that bring together clean energy leaders to meet energy demand in markets across the world. Purchase your ticket, here.