The Illinois solar market has exploded in recent years thanks to favorable state policies, turning the state into a national leader in renewable energy. Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague talks with Brian Haug, President of Continental Energy Solutions. Brian is a past President of the board of ISEA, the Illinois Solar Energy Association, and an early adopter of solar in Illinois since 2008. We discuss the growth he has witnessed in Illinois Solar and why it is crucial for industry players to engage with the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA). We discuss how policies like the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) and the Climate and Equitable Jobs ACT (CEJA) have spurred solar development and made Illinois a top ten DG market. Brian explains why it's important for companies in the Illinois solar industry to get involved with ISEA. The organization has been instrumental in crafting solar-friendly policies in the state. Membership provides great networking opportunities and a way to stay on top of changes in the market and policies that affect the industry. Tim Montague encourages both existing and prospective members to reach out to him directly to learn more and get more involved. This insightful discussion sheds light on how vital it is for solar companies to engage with organizations like ISEA advancing the industry's interests. As Illinois' solar success story continues to unfold, there will certainly be challenges ahead that will require a unified voice. Key Takeaways Why is it important for solar companies to engage with state industry organizations like the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA)?How can existing ISEA members get more involved with the organization?What collaborations are ISEA engaged in to advance solar—at the state policy level and beyond?How might solar policies in Illinois influence other Midwest states' renewable energy trajectories?What networking, advocacy, and educational benefits does ISEA membership provide?Brian Haug ISEA Continental Energy Solutions Please take our listener survey. Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTube Tim on Twitter Tim on LinkedIn Email [email protected] Review Clean Power Hour on Apple Podcasts The Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: [email protected] Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/ The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America’s number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com