RE+ Midwest

RE+ Midwest

Renaissance Schaumburg
Schaumburg, IL
Sep 9 - Sep 10, 2026

Business Labs

RE+ Midwest Business Labs are included with all registration types, however, space is limited.

Overcoming Grid Edge Capacity Challenges: The Critical Role of Microgrids in Electrification and AI-Driven Demand

Thursday, September 10 | 8:00 am – 9:00 am | RE+ Midwest Expo Hall

Join us in a provocative group discussion on how microgrids are transforming the business and technology landscape to meet the rapidly expanding challenge of surging loads from AI data centers, EV charging, heat pumps, HVAC systems, and broader electrification markets with resilient, localized capacity additions at the grid edge. Learn from peers in this interactive forum about real-world strategies companies are deploying in the microgrid space to address these critical capacity constraints. Industry visionary Brian Patterson, chairperson of the EMerge Alliance, will lead this timely interactive education and networking session.

Speaker:
Brian Patterson, Chairman EMerge Alliance

Building Leadership Skills for Lasting Success in the Renewable Industry

Thursday, December 4th | 8:00 am – 9:00 am | RE+ Midwest Expo Hall

Discussion Leader:
Will Betances, Founder, Energize Us Edu Inc.

Focused on essential leadership skills, this session equips attendees to build accountability, motivate teams, and foster a safety-first culture. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to lead with impact, keep quality high, and develop committed, safety-minded teams.

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