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Conference season is back, and if you are heading to Intersolar and Energy Storage North America 2026, this episode is your unfair advantage.
Nico Johnson sits down with the people who know the show better than anyone. Event Director Beckie Kier, Solar Games mastermind Shannon Twombly, and Conference Chair Gene Hunt. Together, they break down how to get the most value from your time in San Diego, whether this is your first Intersolar or your tenth.
This is more than a show preview, it’s a snapshot of where the clean energy industry stands right now. From the rapid rise of energy storage and domestic manufacturing to the growing importance of grid flexibility, DERs, and ultra long duration batteries, Intersolar 2026 reflects an industry that is evolving fast and learning in real time.
You will also hear how the show floor itself reflects the strategy. Solar Games installer competitions, virtual reality activations, mini golf networking, and the always buzzing Hub Stage are all designed to spark real conversations, not just badge scans.
Expect to learn:
🔹 How the Intersolar audience is shifting toward integrated solar and storage solutions
🔹 Why energy storage has moved from side topic to center stage
🔹 What Solar Games reveals about installer quality, safety, and best practices
🔹 How state leadership, supply chains, and long duration storage shape the 2026 outlook
👉 Listen or watch now to walk into Intersolar prepared, focused, and ready to make the connections that matter.
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In my 20 year career, I've worked with dozens of entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and professionals in transition to clarify their mission, set or stretch their goals, and work through the barriers to their growth.
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