Solar Conference and Expo

Attendees can:

· Network with industry leaders and potential partners

· Learn about the various ways that you can “GoSolar”

· Understand how the generous incentives can provide real benefit to your budget

The Solar Expo and Conference will kick off a year-long campaign to help Winnebago County residents, businesses and institutions go solar and save money.

SOLAR CONFERENCE AND EXPO ACTIVITIES

Welcome by Local Leaders

Keynote Address by State of Illinois Officials

Presentations and Roundtables to Cut Through the Clutter

· Financial Incentives for Solar

· Solar Successes in Winnebago County, including testimonials from business, non-profits, and households

Q&A with installers

Breakout Sessions including actual solar customers and solar installers targeted at the different approaches for various segments of the community:

· Homeowners, condo owners, and renters

· Institutions and Governmental Bodies

· Businesses and Industry

· Nonprofits and Churches

· Agriculture

All-Day Expo: Solar installers and displays will be available to attendees throughout the day

Benefits of Going Solar

· Solar is affordable: State and federal financial incentives have made Illinois one of the best places to go solar.

· Solar can save you money: Solar users pay significantly less on their electric bills.

· Solar has community support: The 2021 Rockford GreenTown Conference attracted over 500 people!

· Solar boosts our area’s economy: Solar is creating jobs and saving people money

· Solar is sustainable: Solar reduces production of greenhouse gas, a main driver of climate change.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront, 416 South Main Street, Rockford, United States