By Steven Ùgalde
Membership and Marketing Outreach Coordinator
As the Texas distributed solar industry continues to expand, TXSES is thrilled to witness proactive initiatives by providers like Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative. This past weekend, they hosted the Bluebonnet Energy Expo, and TXSES was prominently present. Executive Director Pete Parsons and I had the opportunity to educate visitors about solar energy and offer recommendations for reliable installers.
This event served as a valuable networking opportunity, allowing us and installers to converge and share industry insights. TXSES business members, including Platinum Members Freedom Solar, Lighthouse Solar, Sunrun, Texas Solar Guys and Texas Solar Outfitters; Silver Business Members ADT Solar, Hoss Solar, Longhorn Solar and Texas Solar Power Company, had the chance to promote their services to an inquisitive audience.
Our team addressed queries about the Texas distributed solar industry and shed light on TXSES’s mission. Engaging with the public, conveying our purpose, and discussing the transformative impact of their contributions was an immensely rewarding experience. Interacting with like-minded individuals who share our passion for solar energy heightened the expo’s significance.
We took this opportunity to inform attendees that supporting TXSES leads to meaningful change in three key ways:
- Building Resilient Communities: TXSES collaborates with local chapters to establish sustainable and inclusive clean energy hubs.
- Fostering Diverse Clean Energy Talent: We champion job placement programs, partnering with organizations such as @greencareersdal, to create a diverse workforce in the clean energy sector.
- Promoting Energy Independence: Through education, outreach, and engagement, we lay the groundwork for a solar-powered Texas. Additionally, we engage in policy advocacy to educate legislators and combat anti-solar policies.
Meeting former TXSES Chairman Micah Jasuta and listening to his presentation was an absolute honor. Witnessing people’s enthusiasm for the possibilities offered by solar energy and their commitment to taking the first step toward cleaner energy was inspiring.
We enjoyed reconnecting with our existing business members and making new acquaintances, including potential members interested in joining our cause. We eagerly anticipate participating in this event again next year. Together, we can drive positive change and advance the adoption of distributed solar energy in Texas.
Interested in becoming our newest TXSES business member? Call 512.264.4372 or click sugalde@txses.org