RE+ Southeast is the largest forum for professionals dedicated to the integration of solar, energy storage, and additional renewable energy assets like wind energy and electric vehicle infrastructure in the northeastern United States.  

This event provides the tools, experience, and expertise to enhance innovation, policy, regulation, and business opportunities in the region.

Unlike other industry events, all proceeds from RE+ Southeast support the expansion of the clean energy industry through SEIA and SEPA’s year-round research and education activities, and SEIA’s extensive advocacy efforts.

SEIA Events at RE+ Southeast

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. 

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
11:30 AM - 2:30 PMSolar & Storage Energy Affordability: A Research-Driven Roundtable

Invite only 

As energy prices rise, affordability has become a critical issue for elected officials, regulators, and state agencies, prompting investigations into cost-alleviating solutions. With solar and storage emerging as one of the central solutions to unlocking the energy affordability challenge, it is important that decision-makers and advocates understand the available research and project economics and can communicate the benefits of these resources effectively. 

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Solar and Storage Industries Institute (SI2) are co-hosting this invite-only roundtable at RE+ Southeast. During this roundtable discussion, join state and local government officials and their staff, consumer advocates, ratepayer advocates, and the industry as they discuss affordability challenges in the energy landscape and the relevant research important to these conversations. This intimate roundtable is closed door, so that all participants can ask and answer tough questions. Participants will leave with a greater understanding of load growth projections, available generation, and the relevant research to drive understanding and decision making around affordability challenges.

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PMEnergized by SEIA Member Networking Reception

Join SEIA for a member networking reception at Park Bar Atlanta. Connect with colleagues, partners, and industry peers in a relaxed, informal setting in the heart of downtown Atlanta.

Member - $0
Non-Member - $20

Door prizes are available. Attendees must be registered to win, and must collect their "ENERGIZED" ribbons from the SEIA booth during Expo Hall hours on March 31, 2026

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
1:00 PM - 5:00 PMNavigating Siting and Permitting Challenges in the Southeast

Siting and permitting are important early steps in the utility-scale solar and storage development process. With different localities in various stages with their own rules and regulations, this initial phase significantly impacts project progress and can vary dramatically location to location. Recent federal actions have introduced additional hurdles for projects, further complicating the already complex permitting landscape. As a result, it is more important than ever that industry continues to address state and local siting issues including land conservation, wildlife and ecosystem impacts, political opposition, and rural community sentiments around renewable energy.

During this four-hour hands-on workshop, attendees will learn about the ever-changing siting and permitting landscape in the Southeast region. Presenters will explore new research related to rural viewpoints on utility-scale renewable energy projects. Panelists will discuss how developers balance climate, conservation, and community when making siting decisions and how innovative state and local policy can drive better outcomes for projects and communities. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the evolving challenges of siting utility-scale solar and storage in the Southeast and actionable strategies for success. Anyone whose work intersects with clean energy development will benefit from this workshop as they will better understand how their work can be impacted by siting, permitting, and conservation challenges and opportunities in the Southeast.

Cost: $250 member / $335 non-member

*Please note that this workshop requires an additional ticket which can be purchased separately or added on to your existing RE+ registration.

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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.