Energize Summit
For over 15 years, the CHESSA Energize Summit (formerly Solar Focus) has been the premier gathering for solar and storage professionals in the Chesapeake Bay region. Hosted by CHESSA, this annual conference brings together industry experts, government officials, and thought leaders to discuss key trends, policy developments, and the future of clean energy.
The CHESSA Energize Summit provides a platform for in-depth discussions on the evolving solar and storage landscape, offering insights into market growth, technology advancements, and regulatory updates. The event fosters collaboration between businesses, policymakers, and advocates, helping to shape the future of solar and energy storage in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
Whether you are an industry veteran or new to the field, the CHESSA Energize Summit is an opportunity to stay informed, connect with key stakeholders, and engage with the region’s clean energy community.
Registration and Ticket information
Your full conference registration includes access to all conference sessions, one lunch, one breakfast, coffee breaks, a welcome reception, and a networking happy hour.
| Category | Pre-Conference Session only | Pre-Conf & Conference Ticket | Early Bird (March 10–May 15) | Standard | Rush (Sep 1-15 ) |
| CHESSA Member | $150 | $610 (Early Bird), $690 (Standard), $870 (Rush) | $510 | $590 | $670 |
| Non-Member | $175 | $775 (Early Bird), $875 (Standard), $1050 (Rush) | $650 | $750 | $850 |
| Non-Profit/ Govt. /Junior-Track | $150 | $475 | $375 | $375 | $375 |
| Member Single-Day Pass | — | — | — | $345 | — |
| Non-Member Single-Day Pass | — | — | — | $400 | — |
Single-day passes include meals and activities on the selected day.
Scholarship Opportunities
CHESSA is committed to making the CHESSA Energize Summit accessible to students, early-career professionals, and industry members facing financial hardship.
Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, these opportunities are available:
Brighter Minds Scholarship– Sponsored by RCM&D and open to undergraduate and graduate students interested in clean energy. Applications will open by the end of March for 2026.
Land Acknowledgment
CHESSA acknowledges that the land on which we gather for the CHESSA Energize Summit 2026 is part of the traditional territory of Indigenous peoples who have stewarded this region for generations.
We honor their enduring connection to the land, and we invite attendees to learn more at native-land.ca.