Courses & Events

SOLAR 2026 is excited to offer continuing education units (CEUs) for over 12 workshops, oral presentations, interactive poster displays, and plenary sessions. GreenHome Institute, ASES’s educational partner, will be offering certificates that may be accepted by a variety of national organizations or by your state-based organization under self-reporting or self-directed education. The following organizations have approved continuing education:

1. AIA: 6.75 hrs/day of HSW credits (13.5 hrs total)
2. USGBC LEED: 7  hrs/day of GBCI credits (14 hrs total)
3. BPI: 7  hrs/day, (14 hrs total)
4. SARA: 7  hrs/day, (14 hrs total)
5. CGHP: 7 hrs/day of Energy & Place Pillar (14 hrs total)

* AIA (American Institute of Architects), HSW (health, safety, welfare), USGBC (United States Green Building Council), LEED Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), GBCI (Green Business Certification Inc.), BPI (Building Performance Institute), SARA (Society of American Registered Architects), CGHP (Certified Green Home Professional – by GreenHome Institute)

Participants will be responsible for signing in to each session on-site to qualify for obtaining the CEU’s.

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Attend NABCEP Workshops at SOLAR 2026

Sign up for our three specialized workshops and courses from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners® (NABCEP). These sessions are designed to help you meet your continuing education and certification prerequisites. We are excited to feature expert instructor Sean White for these courses.

Attend the SOLAR 2026 Career & Networking Fair

Take the next step in your renewable energy career at the SOLAR 2026 pm Career Fair on Tuesday, October 20 from 3-5pm! This in-person event will take place at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, TX, offering you the chance to network with industry professionals, learn about job openings, and kickstart your career.

Join our Annual Climate Ride

On foot or by pedal, we will enjoy scenic trails and explore the natural beauty surrounding Austin. Sign up for free to join us on a 3-mile walk or

10-mile bike ride on October 18 at 5:30 pm MT.

Conference Schedule

For all the conference program details.

Attendee, speaker, and sponsor networking is available for all attendees during the entire conference on the online conference platform!