TXSES’ “Pete” Parsons Awarded ASES 2026 Leadership Award
We are proud to announce that TXSES Executive Director Patrice “Pete” Parsons has been awarded the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) 2026 Leadership in Solar Policy and Market Transformation Award. The award recognizes extraordinary leadership and innovation in solar policy and market transformation that helps accelerate the widespread adoption of solar and other renewable energy […]
TXSES Heads Into 90th Legislature with a Focus on DERs and Solar Access
by Patrice “Pete” Parsons, TXSES Executive Director Electricity demand is surging, and Texans are increasingly turning to solar and batteries to generate and manage their own power. The upcoming Texas Legislative Session, convening on January 12th, will give lawmakers an opportunity to shape how these distributed energy resources (DERs) become part of Texas’ rapidly evolving […]
Industry Spotlight: Atmos Financial
In each edition of The Solar Report, we spotlight one of our valued Platinum Business Members through an exclusive interview. In this issue, TXSES Communications Director Tamara Kowalski connected with new Platinum members Atmos Financial and co-founder and CEO Ravi Mikkelsen, to explore the company’s mission, goals, and the impact of its work on solar customers. Company & Mission What is […]
TXSES & ASES Partner for Solar 2026 in Austin
55th Annual ASES National Solar Conference October 19-21, 2026 | Austin, TX | Palmer Events Center (In person only) Informative Keynotes & Sessions, CEUs & Tours! Registration Now Open! TXSES Members Get 25% off Registration! (use code TXSES) Read the latest press release See Schedule At a Glance & Register Below! 👇 TXSES is proud […]
TXSES Charts a Bold Course for the Future
by Patrice “Pete” Parsons, TXSES Executive Director Texas is experiencing unprecedented energy load growth, increasing grid instability, rising energy costs, and more frequent extreme weather events—trends that are expected to continue for years to come. Distributed solar and storage are no longer optional technologies; they are essential tools for resilience, affordability, and grid reliability. As […]
Industry Spotlight: TransUnion
In each edition of The Solar Report, we spotlight one of our valued Platinum Business Members through an exclusive interview. In this issue, TXSES Communications Director Tamara Kowalski connected with new Platinum members TransUnion and Solar Industry Account Manager Silvia Flowers, to explore the company’s mission, goals, and the impact of its work on solar customers. Company & Mission […]
The Power of the People: Individual Influence in the Texas Legislature
During the 89th Texas Legislative session last spring, rural landowners traveled to the Capitol from all over the state to emphasize the importance of renewable energy in rural communities. The bill responsible for mobilizing these individuals, if passed, would have imposed stringent siting restrictions on wind and solar projects, even on private land. Landowners’ testimonies […]
Industry Spotlight: Texas Power Inspections
In every edition of The Solar Report, we spotlight one of our valued Platinum Business Members through an exclusive interview. This issue, TXSES Communications Director Tamara Kowalski connects with new Platinum member Texas Power Inspections and its COO & Co-Founder, Nick Kapalla, to explore the company’s origins, mission, key achievements, and the impact of its […]
New Solar Sales Rules Proposed by TDLR–Comments Now Closed
TXSES has been working with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) on new rules to protect solar consumers by requiring licensing of solar retailers and salespeople. The rules were open for public comment until April 12th. Senate Bill (SB) 1036, the Residential Solar Retailer Regulatory Act, passed during the last regular session in […]
TXSES 2026 Priorities: Advocacy, Education, and Impact
by Patrice “Pete” Parsons, TXSES Executive Director Every morning, the solution rises over Texas. Yet too many Texans, especially low- and moderate-income (LMI) families, cannot access the cost savings, resilience, and economic opportunity that solar energy provides. At the same time, communities across our state are facing increasing grid instability, severe weather disruptions, and rising […]