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Why Solar and Storage?
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The Solar and Storage Industries Institute (SI2), is accelerating the transition to carbon-free electricity through clean energy research and analysis. The institute aims to use policy research, public education initiatives, and direct outreach to policymakers to explain the benefits of clean energy and develop pathways to widespread solar and storage use.
SI2 is the charitable and education arm of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and is a 501(c)3 nonprofit.
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Solar and Storage Industries Institute Announces the National Solar Essay Contest for High School Students
September 13, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LAS VEGAS, NV — Today, the Solar and Storage Industries Institute (SI2) announced the launch of a national solar-focused essay contest for high school students in the 9th through 12th grades. As the U.S.
Solar and Storage Industries Institute Announces Launch of Center for Model Policy Development
September 12, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LAS VEGAS, NV — Today, the Solar and Storage Industries Institute (SI2) announced the creation of the Center for Model Policy Development – a new initiative to develop decarbonization policies – and unveiled its
Solar and Storage Industries Institute Announces Selection by DOE for Pioneering Flexible Interconnection Project
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the Solar and Storage Industries Institute (SI2) announced that the U. S. Department of Energy (DOE) selected its technical assistance project on better understanding interconnection alternatives for funding. This groundbreaking project, which is part of the
Be a Champion for the
Solar and Storage Industry
Shine Bright:
Solar essay Contest for High School Students
The Solar and Storage Industries Institute (SI2) is launching a national essay contest for high school students in 9th through 12th grade to inspire the next generation of solar leaders to lend their voice to the future of renewable energy.
The objective of the contest is to raise awareness about the benefits of solar energy, encourage students to consider careers in clean energy, and build support for solar energy and storage among legislators.