TenneSEIA

TenneSEIA (Tennessee Solar Energy Industries Association) is the state affiliate for the national Solar Energy Industries Association, and represents the interest of the solar energy industry in Tennessee. The mission of TenneSEIA is to make solar energy a mainstream energy source and realize the full potential of the solar industry in Tennessee. The Association was officially kicked off at an event in Nashville on September 15th, 2010 and voted in it’s first Board of Directors on November 15th, 2010. It achieved the legal status of a 501C(6) business association on December 3rd, 2010.  Tennessee is well positioned to emerge as the national leader in the new energy economy, with the solar industry supply chain leading the way. Some exciting facts about the solar industry in Tennessee.  In 2018 a recent report by the Tennessee Advanced Energy Council stated that Tennesse’s advanced energy sector contributed 39.7 billion to state GDP and employs 358,360 Tennesseans.

Our  Mission

  'Our mission is to make solar energy a  mainstream energy source and realize the full potential of the Solar Industry in the state of Tennessee.' - TenneSEIA Executive Committee     & Board Members.

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Certification of a profession refers to a generally voluntary process in which the certifying organization formally grants recognition to those who meet certain predetermined standards or qualifications. It usually includes an examination of some kind to assess the candidates’ qualifications. Certification offers the public a high degree of protection because practitioners have to meet standards or qualifications and pass an exam, and they do so voluntarily. Developing a certification is a complex and time-consuming process and requires a strong administrative organization in order to maintain its quality.

UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS

Tennessee is becoming a leader in clean energy development which has created jobs, reduced costs, and protected the welfare of Tennessee’s citizens and the environment. To fully benefit from the potential economic opportunities, the State of Tennessee must increase its promotion of energy conservation, energy efficiency and renewable energy development as a mechanism for meeting current and future energy demand while minimizing high-risk energy resources such as coal and nuclear and maximizing the economic benefits.

POLICY STATEMENT

As an industry association that represents the entire solar value chain here in Tennessee, it is important to our members that TenneSEIA actively engage the policy development process. We actively pursue the creation of policies that provide for an environment that is conducive to private sector growth and job creation. Through our initiatives and policy work our main focus is to increase end-user demand and expand Tennessee’s solar manufacturing base. Through public-private partnerships, TenneSEIA is committed to making solar energy a mainstream energy source in the state of Tennessee. Our focus is to communicate the economic benefits of our industry and help decision makers realize the potential for industry growth.