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We are the Chesapeake Solar and Storage Association (CHESSA). We have been representing solar and battery storage companies in the MD, DC, and VA area since 1984. Official regional trade association/affiliate of SEIA (@solarindustry.bsky.social)
🎉 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗔 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆!

To learn more about the work Stonebrook Power is doing, be sure to check them out! We're excited to have them as part of our growing network of clean energy leaders across the region. Welcome aboard!

#WelcomeToCHESSA
September 22, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Our members are building the Mid-Atlantic's clean energy future, and we're committed to connecting them to the industry's biggest conversations.

That's why CHESSA is partnering with #REPlus26 in Las Vegas, November 16–19. #Solar #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy
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September 21, 2026 at 1:06 PM
We loved having our Brighter Minds Scholarship winners join us at the Energize Summit! Huge thanks to RCM&D for sponsoring these incredible students. Congrats again to this year's winners!

#BrighterMinds #CHESSA
September 18, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Still riding the energy from the CHESSA Energize Summit and thank you to everyone who joined us in Charlottesville.

If those two days left you wanting more, we're headed to Richmond next. Proud to co-host the Virginia Clean Energy Summit, Oct 7–8.

Registration closes Sept 27: buff.ly/MojIAnZ
September 18, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Member Spotlight: Our member Altus Power is developing a 4MW solar project on Bent Mountain, Roanoke Co., VA. This is the county's first utility-scale solar site. Online by hopefully Dec. 2027.

Via Floyd Times: buff.ly/y6W66CN
Bent Mountain solar project targets 2027 launch
Virginia has more than 140 utility-scale solar facilities, including 18 built last year, though only a handful of them are in the western third of the state. Nearby counties yet to see a…
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September 17, 2026 at 6:48 PM
🎉 What a summit! CHESSA Energize Summit 2026 has wrapped, and it was incredible. More highlights coming soon!

📅 Save the Date: CHESSA Energize Summit 2027 in Alexandria, VA, September 8-9, 2027.

See you there! #CHESSA #CleanEnergy
September 17, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🌅 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗔 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁!

We're kicking things off with a fantastic panel featuring Dave Rardin, Leah Meredith, Angela Navarro, Mitch Burton, and David Beugelmans. Excited for another day of great insights and conversations with our energy community!

#CES2026
September 16, 2026 at 2:51 PM
🏆 Celebrating Leadership in Clean Energy! Each year at the CHESSA Energize Summit, we honor individuals whose leadership has strengthened the solar and storage industry across our region.

Congratulations to all six honorees!

#CHESSAEnergizeSummit2026 #CleanEnergy
September 14, 2026 at 6:48 PM
🌟 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀!
A big thank you to SolarGaines, a Kilowatt Level Sponsor of the CHESSA Energize Summit. Their partnership is vital in making this premier Mid-Atlantic clean energy conference possible.

👏 Join us in recognizing their leadership and come join us tomorrow!
September 14, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🌞 Member Spotlight: Hexagon Energy is bringing clean energy & land stewardship together with the Blunts Bridge Solar project in Hanover County. This project is helping a 150-yr family farm stay in the family while powering up to 600 homes.

Congrats, team!

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Small-scale solar farm in Hanover gives new life to Harris family land — Hexagon Energy
A solar project in Hanover County’s Beaverdam District is giving one family a way to preserve their farmland and bring a new lease on life to its legacy.
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September 13, 2026 at 1:06 PM
So proud to see CHESSA member @standardsolar.bsky.social celebrating a huge milestone with this ribbon cutting. A new 48.4 MW community solar portfolio bringing clean energy to communities across New Mexico.

Congrats to the whole team and their partners! ☀️

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Pluma Construction, ForeFront Power And Standard Solar Mark Major Milestone For New Mexico Community Solar At Pino Ribbon Cutting – Standard Solar
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September 12, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🔌 Day 2 kicks off with "Demand Growth Reality Check: Separating Signal from Speculation"

Moderator Leah Meredith w/ Dave Rardin (@pjminterconnection.bsky.social), David Beugelmans (Gordon Feinblatt) & Angela Navarro (Align Energy Advisors)

Only a few days left to grab your ticket!
September 11, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Our opening keynote just got a LOT more interesting. SunCast Media is recording LIVE at the CHESSA Energize Summit.

Nico Johnson hosting, mystery guest TBA. You do not want to be the one who missed this. 🎙️👀 Grab your tickets: chessa.org/ces/
September 11, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Less than a week to go! Panel Spotlight: "Showing the Love: Virginia is for Clean Energy" is diving into VA's landmark 2026 clean energy legislation & more.

Featuring Caitlin Vincent (@solarindustry.bsky.social ), Del. Katrina Callsen, Carrie Hearne (CEUR), Francesca Callicotte (TerraForm Power).
September 10, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Three unions, one agreement.

@ibewinternational.bsky.social + @weareliuna.bsky.social + IUOE for solar in MD, VA + DC.

Meet the team at our Summit then full session Nov 5, 1pm ET.

Presented by @poweryourcommunity.bsky.social .

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September 10, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🔦 Breakout Spotlight: A Glimpse at DC's Multi-Customer Microgrid Future

How a first-of-its-kind DC pilot could reshape distribution grid governance. With Ted Trabue, Alex Fisher, Allison Archambault @earthspark.bsky.social & Chris Sewell @uprisesolar.bsky.social.

Tickets: buff.ly/sAys6Bp
September 9, 2026 at 6:48 PM
🌟 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁

We’re proud to recognize Virginia Energy as a Megawatt Level Sponsor of CHESSA Energize Summit, taking place next week on September 15-16 in Charlottesville, VA!

Only a few days left to secure your tickets: buff.ly/sAys6Bp

#Thankyou
September 9, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🎉 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 🎉

CHESSA is thrilled to welcome our newest member: Cloudbreak Energy! ⚡

We can't wait to see the impact you'll make in our community. Here's to new connections, fresh ideas, and great things ahead.

Drop a 👋 in the comments to say welcome!

#WelcomeNewMember #CHESSA
September 8, 2026 at 6:48 PM
🌟 𝗔𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿, 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹! 🌟

CleanCapital returns as a sponsor this year as the co-host of our Solar Stars Reception at the CHESSA Energize Summit. It means a lot to have their continued support behind one of the most anticipated nights of CES.
September 8, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Play 18 for a good cause!
Join CHESSA member New Energy Equity and the Lift As We Climb Foundation for their 5th annual golf tournament, Sept 29 at Renditions Golf Course (Davidsonville, MD), benefiting Let's Share The Sun Foundation.
Foursomes still open
Register: buff.ly/1Dv8bIA
September 7, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🌞 Member Spotlight: Congrats to CHESSA member ECA Power on bringing their 4.115 MW community solar project in Frankford, DE online. Their 6th in the state! ⚡

More:https://buff.ly/85pFUke

#CommunitySolar #CHESSA
#communitysolar #delawaresolar #cleanenergydelaware #communitysolar | ECA Power
ECA Power's community solar project in Frankford, Delaware is now online. At 4.115 MW, the project is ECA's sixth completed community solar project in the state. ⚡ Reaching commercial operation…
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September 5, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🌟 MEET OUR NEWEST RECEPTION CO-HOST 🌟

Say hello to RECmint! We're so excited to welcome them as a co-host of our Solar Stars Reception at the CHESSA Energize Summit.

Thank you, RECmint, for jumping in and helping make this evening even better and we can't wait to celebrate with you. ✨
September 4, 2026 at 1:06 PM
CLOSING OUT DAY 1

Solar & Storage as an Affordability Tool

This session breaks down why solar & storage are part of the affordability solution and gives you the language to carry that story into your community, regulatory spaces, and policy conversations.

Don't miss the perfect way to end Day 1
September 3, 2026 at 6:48 PM
🌟 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀!

A big thank you to ConnectDER, a Kilowatt Level Sponsor of the CHESSA Energize Summit. Their partnership is vital in making this premier DMV clean energy conference possible. 👏 Join us in recognizing their leadership and come join us this month in Charlottesville!
September 3, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🌟 Congrats to CHESSA member Reactivate as the @obamafoundation.bsky.social is now an anchor subscriber for their Chicagoland community solar projects, bringing real savings to local households.

Story via @canarymedia.com: buff.ly/52LJcsH

#CleanEnergy #CommunitySolar #CHESSA
Can the Obama Presidential Center help Chicago embrace community…
As an anchor tenant for several off-site arrays in development, the center will help spur investment and educate residents on the benefits of shared solar.
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September 2, 2026 at 6:48 PM