Join SEIA at our first LGBTQ+ reception at Solar Power International (SPI) and North American Smart Energy Week! This reception is an opportunity for attendees, community members and allies to celebrate diversity and make professional connections. All are welcome at this event.

We are collaborating with the Utah LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce, and we invite both SPI attendees and local community members who are interested in professional opportunities in clean energy to attend this event.

We are also proud to announce that Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski is planning to attend this event!

Agenda

5:00 – 5:15 - Networking

5:15 - 5:25 - Hear from these distinguished speakers:

• Jackie Biskupski, Salt Lake City Mayor

• Abigail Ross Hopper, President & CEO, SEIA

• Tracey Dean, Chairwoman, Utah LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce

5:25 – 6:30 - Networking

About SEIA

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the driving force behind solar energy and is building a  strong solar industry to power America through advocacy and education. As the national trade association for the U.S. solar energy industry, we represent all organizations that promote, manufacture, install and support the development of solar energy. SEIA works with its 1,000 member companies to build jobs and diversity, champion the use of cost-competitive solar in America, remove market barriers and educate the public on the benefits of solar energy.

About Solar Power International and North America Smart Energy Week

North America Smart Energy Week is the largest gathering of solar, smart energy, and energy storage professionals in North America. Anchored by the flagship event, Solar Power International, North America Smart Energy Week brings together an extensive alliance of nearly 20,000 renewable energy leaders for four days of networking, education, and innovation that moves the industry forward.

SEIA Values Diversity, Inclusion and Equity

SEIA values diversity, inclusion and equity within our organization and the promotion of these values across the solar industry. At SEIA, we believe that a diverse workforce creates a more resilient organization - one that supports a strong, equitable solar industry. SEIA envisions an industry that is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity at all levels. We aim to achieve this by encouraging openness and transparency about diversity issues and progress. We are developing strategies, programs, and tools that seek to equalize opportunities within SEIA and allow for discussing and sharing best practices within the solar industry as a whole.