Thank you to everyone who visited our booth and took the time to connect with our team! It was a pleasure discussing the challenges you’re facing in solar and energy storage project procurement and performance and sharing how STS’ expert solutions can help navigate these complexities. We look forward to continuing these conversations and supporting your projects going forward.

🔎 Key Takeaways from the Trade Show
📉 US manufacturing remains in limbo – Many PV manufacturers have paused their U.S. cell and module factory plans, awaiting clearer regulatory signals. However, they are prepared to ramp up production as early as 2025 if given the green light.

👔 Shifting labor dynamics – While skilled white-collar PV professionals are becoming more available in the U.S. (likely due to government layoffs), the shortage of blue-collar solar labor remains an issue.

📊 Demand for high-quality market intelligence is rising – Developers, EPCs, IPPs, and lenders are navigating an increasingly volatile industry landscape. Access to real-time, actionable data, presented in an accessible way, is more crucial than ever for decision-making.

⚡ Energy storage expansion accelerates – The industry’s focus on co-located solar + storage projects is stronger than ever, driven by IRA incentives and grid reliability concerns. But supply chain risks and evolving safety standards remain top of mind.

🔄 Supply chain diversification and transparency are key themes – The need for greater traceability and risk mitigation in PV module and BESS procurement continues to be a dominant conversation, reinforcing the importance of independent QA/QC and supply chain audits.

The discussions at ISNA 2025 made one thing clear: The industry is at a pivotal moment. As regulatory clarity, workforce challenges, and supply chain risks evolve, we remain committed to safeguarding the buyers’ investments in solar and energy storage with our technical and advisory solutions.