• Posted: July 10, 2025
• Midwest Solar Expo Chicago sponsorship, Renewable Energy Expo Chicago, Solar Industry Networking Event in the Midwest, Union Presence at Midwest Solar Expo

 

Powering Chicago was proud to return to the Midwest Solar Expo this year as the Host Sponsor. The Expo was held June 9–11 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. As one of the Midwest’s leading clean energy events, the Expo brought together developers, contractors, utilities, policymakers, and business leaders for three days of insight, connection, and collaboration around solar and storage solutions.

The Midwest Solar Expo marked a new chapter under the guidance of Intersolar and Energy Storage North America, offering a refreshed format and more expansive programming for attendees from across the region. From panel discussions and product showcases to hands-on training sessions, the event highlighted innovations in solar energy, grid resilience, and electrification.

As the Host sponsor, Powering Chicago helped welcome attendees to the expo and underscored the importance of a highly trained workforce in advancing clean energy goals. Our sponsorship ensured that union-trained electricians and signatory contractors were part of the conversation, demonstrating what it takes to install commercial solar safely, reliably, and at scale.

Visitors saw firsthand how labor-management partnerships like Powering Chicago are helping build the Midwest’s renewable energy future by investing in careers, craftsmanship, and community. It’s this combination of experience and forward-looking commitment that sets our contractors and electricians apart in a growing and competitive industry.

The Midwest Solar Expo continues to grow in influence each year, and 2025 was no exception. As interest in solar and storage accelerates across Illinois and beyond, Powering Chicago was proud to stand alongside leaders driving that momentum. Our involvement helped raise awareness of the standards, training, and partnerships that underpin truly sustainable infrastructure.

Powering Chicago’s presence at the Midwest Solar Expo reflects our ongoing investment in better construction, better careers, and better communities. To learn more about how our member contractors and IBEW Local 134 electricians support renewable energy across the region, visit poweringchicago.com.