BUILDING EDUCATION SERIES 2026: The Future of Solar

In this session, we will explore the future of the solar industry and examine the positive impact that renewable energy and lower emissions have on the environment.
Topics of Discussion:

• How state and federal policies can either hinder or enhance the growth of the renewable solar energy market
• New technologies in solar panel manufacturing and battery storage
• How high energy sectors can leverage solar energy to their benefit
• Case studies of two municipalities engaged in solar initiatives:
  • Dayton: A 49 megawatt project spanning 250 acres, capable of meeting the energy needs of over 14,000 homes
  • Euclid: A rooftop solar array on City Hall installed several years ago, with insights into their future plans and the performance of the array over time

We will leave ample time for Q&A and open discussion.

Speakers:

Justin Sucato, CEO, YellowLite

Roger Sikes, Policy & Advocacy Campaigner, Solar United Neighbors

Christine McIntosh, Planning Manager, City of Euclid

Matthew Worsham, Special Projects Administrator, City of Dayton

2 continuing education credits for: BOMA, AEE, ASHRAE, AIA HSW, certificate of attendance available for self reporting for Professional Engineers, LEED and others.

$15 for members of AIA, ASHRAE, 2030 Districts, Cleveland State University, Greater Cleveland Partnership, USGBC, City of Cleveland

$20 for non-members

Students attend for free

This event is in person but also offered on Zoom.

Zoom link will be sent once registration is completed.

Thanks to our presenting sponsor NOPEC. A Cleveland 2030 District partner.

Thanks to our event sponsor Dumpsters.com. A Cleveland 2030 District partner.