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Chesapeake Solar and Storage Association
Chesapeake Solar and Storage Association
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Solar Focus


For over 15 years, Solar Focus has been the premier gathering for solar and storage professionals in the Chesapeake Bay region. Hosted by CHESSA, this annual conference brings together industry experts, government officials, and thought leaders to discuss key trends, policy developments, and the future of clean energy.

Solar Focus provides a platform for in-depth discussions on the evolving solar and storage landscape, offering insights into market growth, technology advancements, and regulatory updates. The event fosters collaboration between businesses, policymakers, and advocates, helping to shape the future of solar and energy storage in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.

Whether you are an industry veteran or new to the field, Solar Focus is an opportunity to stay informed, connect with key stakeholders, and engage with the region’s clean energy community.

Registration and Ticket information

Your registration includes access to all conference sessions, two lunches, one breakfast, coffee breaks, a welcome reception, and a networking happy hour. Early Bird extended to September 8th!

CategoryEarly Bird (June 6–September 8)Standard Rush (Nov 3–17)
CHESSA Member$560 $640$720
Non-Member$700$800$900
Non-Profit / Government / Junior-Level Professional$400$400$400
Member Single-Day Pass—$395—
Non-Member Single-Day Pass—$450—

Single-day passes include meals and activities on the selected day.

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Scholarship Opportunities

CHESSA is committed to making Solar Focus accessible to students, early-career professionals, and industry members facing financial hardship.

Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, these opportunities are available:

Brighter Minds Scholarship– Sponsored by RCM&D and open to students interested in clean energy. Applications have closed for 2025.

Pathways Forward Scholarship– Sponsored by an anonymous donor and open to recently displaced industry professionals within the last 6 months. Applications have closed for 2025.


Land Acknowledgment

CHESSA acknowledges that the land on which we gather for Solar Focus 2025 is part of the traditional territory of Indigenous peoples who have stewarded this region for generations.

We honor their enduring connection to the land, and we invite attendees to learn more at native-land.ca.