Frequently Asked Questions

RE+ is the evolution of SPI, ESI, and Smart Energy Week. Originally developed by the nation’s leading solar energy organizations to engage the business community, the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA), and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), RE+ reflects an ongoing entrepreneurial approach to renew best practices across the clean energy landscape as the marketplace evolves. 

RE+ 24 takes place September 9-12, 2024, at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. Registration to RE+ gives you access to multiple days packed with networking events, education sessions, and our biggest-ever expo hall! https://www.re-plus.com 

Over time, the renewable industry has evolved—battery costs have dropped, transportation and electrification has changed, and state-level mandates and policies are building towards a carbon neutral future. SPI stayed ahead of this collective shift and has diversified over the years to accommodate emerging trends and complimentary technologies, solidifying its place as the harbinger of the greater renewable energy market. The name change reflects a commitment to providing industry-wide networking, education, and exhibition opportunities that drive a renewable energy future.

Our flagship event, Solar Power International, generates success for energy professionals and the global solar industry. SPI sets the standard for solar events as the fastest growing and largest energy event in North America as recognized by Trade Show Executive and Trade Show News Network. SPI has also been among the Gold 100 for over ten years running and has previously been named “Best Use of Technology” and the “Stickiest Show Floor” by Trade Show Executive for the innovative ways in which attendees stay engaged.

With costs continuing to decline, energy storage deployment is rapidly expanding and Energy Storage International (ESI) paves the way for greater integration between the energy storage, solar, and distributed energy markets. As the largest energy storage event in North America, ESI features 250 exhibitors and over 12,500 attendees drawn to energy storage technology and applications each year.

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RE+ Events restricts exhibitors from hosting or participating in competing or conflicting events or activities that occur during official show hours. Exhibitors violating this policy will be subject to cancellation of their booth without refund and may not be invited to participate in future RE+ Events exhibitions. Booth Personnel are not permitted to promote the exhibiting company outside the contracted exhibit space. All marketing must remain within the contracted exhibit space. Marketing materials may not be placed on conference tables or other areas that are not within the boundaries of the booth, both inside and outside of the exhibit hall. Show management reserves the right to remove individuals or discard display materials that do not comply with these guidelines. RE+ has a zero-tolerance policy regarding suitcasing. Please note that while all meeting attendees are invited to the exhibit floor, any attendee who is observed to be soliciting business in the aisles or other public spaces, or in another company's booth, will be asked to leave immediately.

What is suitcasing? Suitcasing is a business practice in which unethical companies will gain access to an event by obtaining some type of event credential (attendee badge, expo-only badge, etc.) and then solicit business in the aisles or other public spaces used for the conference. This practice skirts the support of the organizer and the industry.

What can you do? Please report any violations you observe to the exhibits manager, other event staff, or conference security. The exhibits manager will investigate all complaints of suitcasing. RE+ Events recognizes that suitcasing may also take the form of commercial activity conducted from a hotel guest room or hospitality suite, a restaurant, or any other public place in proximity to our event. For the purposes of this policy, suitcasing violations may occur at venues other than the exhibition floor and at other events. It is for this reason RE+ Events staff must be informed of any hospitality suites, and expressed consent must be given prior to the event.

Attendees at RE+ Events are expected to make every effort to maintain CDC-recommended hygiene procedures, including, regularly hand washing, when not available use hand sanitizer, avoiding touching eyes, nose, and mouth in public places, covering coughs or sneezes with a tissue or the inside of the elbow, avoid touching including handshakes and hugs, etc. Learn more about our Safely Connecting Initiative here: https://www.re-plus.com/safely-connecting-initiative/

The success of RE+ Events is heavily driven by the two non-profit membership organizations behind it. The partnership between SEPA and SEIA, through their joint ownership of RE+ Events, has resulted in the creation of a robust suite of business and education opportunities for the solar industry. RE+ Events organizers and speakers will strive to create a welcoming, collaborative environment for all attendees and stakeholders. At times, contentious issues are discussed at RE+ Events. These debates make the industry stronger and facilitate the healthy exchange of ideas in a collegial setting. All RE+ Events speakers will strive to present balanced perspectives on all issues in a professional, constructive manner.

The team at RE+ strives to create an experience that embraces, recognizes, and celebrates the value of diversity and inclusion in all areas of the energy industry. Our programming showcases thought-leading content related to renewable energy, and we also strive to represent and highlight all parts of the industry in regard to race, ethnicity, gender, and age. Our goal is to ensure that, holistically, RE+ Events are sustainable, diverse, and forward-looking events for the industry. Read more about RE+ Events, SEIA, and SEPA’s initiatives here: https://www.re-plus.com/diversity-inclusion/

Developed by the nation’s leading solar energy organizations, the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), RE+ Events reflect an ongoing entrepreneurial approach to renewing best practices across the clean energy landscape as the marketplace evolves. Unlike other industry events, all proceeds from RE+ events support the expansion of the energy industry through SEIA and SEPA’s year-round research and education activities, and extensive advocacy and advisory efforts. Our primary mission is to deliver on the missions of both SEIA and SEPA in a way that strengthens the industry domestically and globally, through networking and education, and by creating an energetic and engaging marketplace to connect buyers and suppliers.