IESNA Midwest Conference Highlights Grid Transformation and AI Demand in Solar Storage Sector
Event summary
- Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA) Midwest conference concluded on June 20, 2026, in Rosemont, IL, with over 700 attendees.
- Four keynote sessions and thirteen conference sessions addressed grid transformation, AI-driven demand, clean energy finance, and policy shifts.
- 45 companies showcased solar modules, inverters, energy storage systems, and software platforms across the exhibit floor.
- IESNA Midwest will return June 14-16, 2027, with registration open for IESNA Texas (September 1-2, 2026) and IESNA Flagship (February 9-11, 2027).
The big picture
The IESNA Midwest conference underscored the critical role of solar and storage in grid transformation, with a focus on AI-driven demand and evolving policy landscapes. The event highlighted the industry's preparedness to tackle supply chain challenges and project finance complexities, reflecting broader trends in clean energy deployment across key U.S. markets.
What we're watching
- Grid Transformation
- How the shifting federal policy and grid planning will impact solar and storage deployment in MISO and PJM markets.
- AI Demand
- Whether AI-driven demand forecasting will accelerate project execution and supply chain strategy.
- Clean Energy Finance
- The pace at which clean energy finance structures adapt to post-OBBBA market conditions and FEOC compliance requirements.
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