Is Midwest Solar Expo the KEY to Unlocking Regional CLEAN ENERGY? | EP289

Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Jake Rozmaryn, the visionary founder of the Midwest Solar Expo, to discuss the game-changing acquisition by Intersolar and what it means for America's heartland energy transition.For over a decade, Jake has been building bridges between coastal clean energy expertise and emerging Midwest markets. What started as a small Minnesota gathering has evolved into a powerhouse regional event that draws nearly 1,000 attendees annually. Now, with Intersolar's global platform behind it, the Midwest Solar Expo is poised to accelerate clean energy adoption across Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Missouri, and beyond.Key Discussion Points:The strategic rationale behind Intersolar's acquisition of the Midwest Solar ExpoHow the event evolved from Minnesota's Twin Cities to Chicago's central locationThe critical role of community solar in Midwest market developmentWhy utility engagement (like ComEd and Exelon's participation) is essential for industry growthThe explosive intersection of AI, data centers, and clean energy demandVirtual power plants and their growing importance in grid modernizationStorage integration as the "peanut butter and jelly" of modern energy solutionsJake shares candid insights about the challenges facing the industry in today's political climate and why bringing the community together for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and unified advocacy has never been more important.Whether you're a solar installer, community solar developer, utility professional, or clean energy investor, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on regional market dynamics and the future of distributed generation in America's heartland.Don't miss the Midwest Solar Expo, June 9-11 in Chicago! Learn more at midwestsolarexpo.comFeatured Speakers Preview: Norm Taff (Generac), Doug Scott (Illinois Commerce Commission), Dean Solon (Create Energy), and executives from Exelon and ComEd.#CleanEnergy #Solar #Storage #MidwestSolar #CommunityEnergyTransition #RenewableEnergyConnect With Jake RozmarynJake RozmarynMidwest Solar ExpoIvTv4oQorpq5qsSOyfYe Support the showConnect with Tim  Clean Power Hour  Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email [email protected] Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email:  [email protected] sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America’s number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems.  Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com