Why Illinois is a Solar Market to Watch with Lewis Butler, Nelnet Renewable Energy | EP188

The solar industry is constantly evolving. With new technologies, regulations, and business models emerging every year, it can be challenging for solar companies to keep up. That's where joining your state's solar energy association can make all the difference. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague talks with Lewis Butler, head of sales and business development at Nelnet Renewable Energy and board member of the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA). He discusses his journey in the industry, including how he first got involved with ISEA.

Want to learn more about working in the Illinois solar market or joining the Illinois Solar Energy Association? Book a meeting with Tim here. Tim Montague has been designing, developing, and installing C&I and community solar projects in Illinois since 2016. He can help your company find the resources, installers, policy experts, and service providers you need to be successful in Illinois.

Lewis highlights the relationships, network, visibility, policy advocacy, and knowledge sharing that ISEA facilitates for its members. For solar companies operating in Illinois, Lewis points to a bevy of benefits of ISEA membership including:

• Access to a network of industry professionals and experts who can provide advice, support, and connections. 
• Having a voice and input into policy and legislation that impacts the solar industry in Illinois.
• Events and networking opportunities to build relationships with other solar companies and professionals in person.
• Getting listed in the ISEA member directory which helps companies be visible and found by others in the industry. 
• Staying up to date on the evolving solar policy landscape in Illinois which is not static. ISEA helps members navigate changes.
• Learning about new technologies and industry trends from other experienced members.

To learn more about ISEA and working in Illinois, reach out to Tim [email tim at cleanpowerhour.com] or book a meeting at https://calendly.com/tim-montague/isea-membership-discussion. 

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