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.

Date & Time:
Thursday, September 10 | 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Location:
Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel - Imagination Room

1551 Thoreau Dr N, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Cost:
$500.00
separate registration required

Please let us know if you intend to participate in the afternoon solar grazing site tour. Transportation to the site tour will be provided.

• Date: September 10th, 2026
• Time: Solar Site Tour: 2:00pm to 4:00pm (not including travel time)
• Solar Grazing Site Tour: Plato Solar located in Elgin, IL

What you’ll learn at the training workshop: 

• Site design considerations for solar sheep
• Benefits of using sheep 
• What a grazed site looks like 
• Sheep safety & well-being  
• How sheep are managed on solar sites 
• Livestock herding and guardian dogs 
• Operational site expectations and strategies
• Principles for enduring farmer partnerships