Solar’s Opportunities and Challenges Today

June 28, 2023

A discussion addressing the future of solar power in the U.S., barriers to advancement and the key economic, policy and regulatory issues. Moderated by David Murray, Director of Solar Policy, American Clean Power Association.

Featuring:
Garrett Nilsen 

Deputy Director,

U.S. Department of Energy

Solar Energy Technologies Office

 Ed Scarborough

VP Network Development,

Distributed Sun
 

Meghan Nutting

EVP of Government and Regulatory Affairs

Sunnova
 

Co-hosted By:

 
 

Explore the event summary two-pager below!

 

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