Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Texas Reveals Keynote Speakers and Conference Program for 2025 Regional Event

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PORTLAND, Maine & GRAPEVINE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 3, 2025--

Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA), the premier U.S. tradeshow and conference series for solar, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and manufacturing, today published the keynote speakers and conference sessions for IESNA Texas, its regional event to be held November 18-19, 2025 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, TX.

“This year’s IESNA Texas conference delivers a timely and highly relevant program for anyone navigating today’s ever-changing energy landscape,” said Eugene Hunt, Conference Chair. “We've curated a solid lineup of speakers who will provide state-specific policy insights, useful financing strategies, and state-of-the-industry technology sessions to generate engaging discussions and give attendees actionable takeaways.”

Developed by an experienced committee and Texas association partners, the day-and-a-half educational program will feature one keynote presentation, 11 conference sessions, and two informative networking meals.

Program Highlights

• Keynote: Power, Policy, and the Path Forward: Texas Energy Legislation in a National Context: Senator José Menéndez (Texas Senate), Pat Wood (Hunt Energy Network), Doug Lewin (Texas Energy and Power Newsletter), Hala Ballouz (Electric Power Engineers, LLC), and Lynnae Willette (EDF power solutions) will examine new legislation, including how it is connected to national energy policy and federal funding.
• Texas Clean Energy Manufacturing: Incentives, Infrastructure, and Impact: Kristina Moore (Womble Bond Dickinson) will discuss the realities of setting up clean energy production in the state, from navigating site selection and permitting to localizing supply chains and more.
• Storage Safety in Texas: Mitigating Risk as Deployment Grows: Ryan Franks (TWAICE) will share how advanced safety technologies, AI tools, and evolving standards can help detect and prevent incidents.
• Solar + Storage + Generator: What Texas’s New Backup Power Mandate Means for You: Alison Silverstein (Alison Silverstein Consulting) will deliver an early look at how the Backup Power Package Program could reshape onsite energy in Texas.
• Financing the Future: Unlocking Capital for Texas Clean Energy: A panel featuring Philippe Hartley (CleanFi.com), Pooja Shah (DNV), and Alex Shoer (GridVest) will explore how investors, developers, and lenders are adapting to changing economics, from financing small-to-mid-size commercial projects to navigating tighter credit markets, post-IRA incentives, and more.

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About Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA)

Intersolar & Energy Storage North America is the premier U.S. tradeshow and conference series for solar, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and manufacturing. IESNA events provide targeted education, strategic networking, and a dynamic exhibit hall to connect clean energy professionals and advance industry growth.

IESNA’s Flagship event, next held February 18-20, 2026 in San Diego, CA, convenes professionals across the US and beyond, showcasing innovation and examining policy, technology, and market developments. IESNA’s regional events are tailored to key markets and include IESNA Texas (November 18-19, 2025 in Grapevine, TX) and IESNA Midwest (June 15-17, 2026 in Rosemont, IL).

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