RE+ is right around the corner, here’s some stuff to look out for
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RE+ is right around the corner, here’s some stuff to look out for

RE+, the largest clean energy event in North America, takes over the Anaheim Convention Center next week, September 9-12, 2024. This year’s RE+ 24 is set to be larger and more comprehensive than ever before, taking over the entire Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) & Campus, including the ACC North Hall, ACC Arena, Hilton Anaheim, Anaheim Marriott, Marriott Outdoor Pavilion, Sheraton, and Grand Plaza.

I’ll be heading out to California to spend a few days scoping out the newest and shiniest offerings of the renewable energy industry while chatting with the people on the cutting edge of America’s clean tech transition. You can expect to find some of my musings and discoveries in live daily blogs here on Renewable Energy World.

RE+ should attract upwards of 40,000 attendees and thousands of exhibitors. Needless to say, there’s a lot going on. No preview of the event could possibly be all-encompassing, but here are some of the things I’ll be keeping an eye on in Anaheim. If you’ve got something cool to add to this list, shoot me an e-mail and I’ll tack it on!

Monday, September 9

Courtesy: Anaheim Transportation Network / REC Solar
  • The Anaheim Transportation Network and REC Solar invite attendees to check out “The Charge,” the region’s first solar-powered EV charging hub. This facility will provide charging for ATN’s fleet of 80 battery electric buses. One-hour exclusive tours will take you behind-the-scenes and provide access to ATN leadership. 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Anaheim Marriott
  • The Enphase Training Van is returning to RE+. It is a fully-functioning and US-made Enphase Energy System, allowing visitors to interact with the latest IQ8 Microinverter and IQ Battery 5P, IQ EV Charger, and IQ8 Commercial Microinverter.
  • Schneider Electric is making two announcements this week. One is a turnkey charging solution for the growing EV market that offers durability, fast setup, and integrated support for commercial EV charging. The other is being billed as “new details” around the availability of its Schneider Home solution.
  • The American Solar Grazing Association is debuting a new documentary film, “Green Energy, Greener Pastures: The Powerful Story of Solar Grazing in America.” The documentary premier will be held at 5:00 pm in the Anaheim Marriott Orange County Ballroom 2. There will be a second viewing Tuesday at 1:00 pm at the Installations and Operations Theater.
  • RE+ is throwing a “Cheers to 20 Years” Anniversary Party at the House of Blues, featuring musical acts Smash Mouth and Ashley Cooke. This is expected to sell out, so if you want to sing “All Star” with renewable energy colleagues, you should plunk down the $160 ASAP. 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, House of Blues

Tuesday, September 10

  • The most ambitious among us will be lacing up for some exercise on Tuesday morning in the “Run with the Sun 5k.” Thankfully, this event is sold out so nobody can force you to do it at this point- but if you want to have a coffee with me and watch some of the action, the starting line is at the Grand Plaza. 5:30 am – 7:00 am, ACC, Grand Plaza
Courtesy: LG
  • LG Electronics USA will showcase its advanced solutions for residential and commercial electrification through its mobile showroom for a third year. LG will present its Home 8 ESS and newly launched Home 5 ESS alongside a range of compatible HVAC products for commercial and home electrification. LG Electronics’ mobile showroom has been touring the country for the past eight years – I wonder how many empty Diet Mountain Dew bottles are inside? The mobile showroom will be located in the Arena Plaza, Space SV3, directly outside the North Entrance to Main Registration at the Anaheim Convention Center. 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday, Arena Plaza
  • Some heavy hitters in the vehicle-to-everything (V2X) space are coming together on a panel, including American Honda Motor Company, General Motors, and The Mobility House. They’ll delve into advancements and challenges in scaling and optimizing V2X tech. 11:00 am, 212AB Level 2 Anaheim Convention Center
  • Bila Solar is announcing the launch of a new solar panel with an output of 520 watts that claims to be nearly half the weight of an average solar panel (24 pounds compared to a typical 40-50 lbs). They’re probably not going to let me lift one, but maybe! Booth E10002, Tuesday-Thursday
  • From Tuesday through Thursday, the American Solar Grazing Association has a LIVE OUTDOOR SHEEP DISPLAY outside the Arena at RE+. Will they let us pet them? Feed them? Give them names?
  • Want to listen to me and TigerComm president Mike Casey talk about stuff? I’ll be co-hosting a half-hour This Week in Cleantech program at noon Tuesday and Wednesday. Drop by and say hi! Noon, Power Up Podcast booth in Hall of Lobby E
  • A clean energy shark tank? This is such a cool idea. Speakers from CleanCapital, Generate Capital, and more will tap into the core of equity investment decisions and lead a discussion centered on strategies, risk assessments, and market trends impacting clean energy development. 2:00 pm, 213CD Level 2 Anaheim Convention Center
  • Some heavy hitters in clean energy are putting on an apprenticeship and workforce power hour to facilitate connections. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), and Apprenticeships in Clean Energy (ACE) Network invite all to attend- it’s free! 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm, Hilton Anaheim, Huntington ABC Room (4th Floor)
  • EVLO is displaying EVLOFLEX, a utility-scale energy storage battery featuring advanced fire safety and designed to optimize power systems for various applications. President Sonia St-Arnaud and VP of sales and business development will also introduce EVO SYNERGY, their next generation of 5 MWh BESS. 4:00 pm, Booth #N89019
  • Back for another year, the “Celebrating Women in Renewable Energy Reception” returns to RE+ to put focus on women and allies supporting the clean energy industry. RE+ would like to note that it uses an inclusive definition of “women”, and welcomes transwomen, genderqueer women, non-binary people, and any other individuals who identify as female. This event is now sold out. 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm, Sheraton Lawn
  • Sam Altman-backed Exowatt will unveil its newest modular energy solution designed to meet the growing power demands of data centers and energy-intensive industries. 6:00-9:00 pm, Hangar 21 South in Fullerton
  • The ever-popular annual block party is back! For $160 (or as part of the Platinum pass), you can join colleagues for drinks, music, and entertainment at Angel Stadium. Bring your ID, 21+ only.
    7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Angel Stadium
  • Renewable energy developer and solutions provider BayWa r.e. is hosting a scavenger hunt Tuesday and Wednesday, starting at the company’s booth.

Wednesday, September 11

  • Anyone up for diving into the IRA first thing in the morning? The U.S. Department of the Treasury, Qcells, EDP Renewables, and others comprise a panel discussion called IRA+: What’s New in the IRA Era. Expect to learn a thing or two about renewable energy tax credits and how they’re being implemented. 9:30 am, 210CD Level 2 Anaheim Convention Center
  • Solar power optimization company Enteligent will put on a highly-anticipated demonstration of its TLCEV DC-to-DC EV charger at the Microgrid booth on Wednesday. During the demonstration, the company will showcase the 25kW DC-coupled charger connected to a high-voltage DC bus to highlight the charger’s benefits for long dwell-time (more than 6 hours) EV fleet charging. This EV charger is the first to be powered directly by DC-source electricity, eliminating AC-to-DC conversion losses and resulting in up to 20% energy savings compared to traditional AC Level 2 chargers, per Enteligent. This technology was recently selected by a large logistics company to power its newly-electrified delivery fleet. 1:30 p.m. Microgrid booth (#MOP2622), Marriott Outdoor Pavilion
  • If batteries are more your bag, Form Energy, Energy Dome, Hydrostor, and more will be joined by Gabe Murtaugh of the Long Duration Energy Storage Council for a panel discussion on innovations in long duration energy storage. 2:30 pm, 211AB Level 2 Anaheim Convention Center
  • Renewable energy developer and solutions provider BayWa r.e. is putting on a “Strike & Social Party” at Bowlero Anaheim. Unlimited bowling and shoe rentals are included! Probably best to reach out to BayWa before just showing up. 7:00 pm – Midnight, Bowlero Anaheim