RE+ 2025, Las Vegas Highlights — What They Mean for Solar Installers in the U.S. & Canada

Introduction

The recently concluded RE+ 2025 in Las Vegas wasn’t just another trade show — it was the biggest clean energy event in North America, bringing together more than 50,000 industry professionals and 1,300+ exhibitors. From groundbreaking technology launches to policy announcements, RE+ has always been the place where the future of solar energy takes shape.

For us at PremiumCAD, attending RE+ was both an inspiring and eye-opening experience. It reinforced how the industry is evolving and gave us valuable insights into what solar installers in the U.S. and Canada need to prioritize in 2025 and beyond.

Top 3 Trends We Observed at RE+

1-The Rise of Battery Storage

Battery storage was everywhere at RE+. BloombergNEF projects that global storage installations will grow 27% annually through 2030. In both the U.S. and Canada, customers are increasingly asking for solar + storage solutions, which means installers need permit designs that account for batteries, backup systems, and grid integration.

2-AI and Automation in Solar Workflows

From sales proposals to monitoring, automation is redefining solar operations. Design automation, AI-based shading analysis, and automated compliance checks are no longer future concepts — they’re here today. For installers, this means projects can be executed faster than ever, provided they have the right partners.

3-Policy and Incentives Driving Growth

In the U.S., the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) continues to provide tax credits and subsidies for residential and commercial solar projects. In Canada, the government’s Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit (CTITC) is expected to unlock billions in renewable projects. Policy is no longer a barrier — it’s an accelerator.

Implications for Installers in the U.S. & Canada

These trends highlight one common challenge: speed and precision. Installers who take weeks to submit permits will lose deals to competitors who can move faster. At PremiumCAD, our commitment is to help installers stay ahead by:

-Designing storage-ready permits.

-Leveraging advanced tools for accuracy.

-Ensuring AHJ compliance across states and provinces.

Our RE+ Experience

Walking through the RE+ expo floor was proof that the industry is scaling at an unprecedented pace. Conversations with top installers confirmed what we’ve been seeing with our clients — outsourcing non-core processes like permit design is no longer optional, it’s a necessity for growth.

Conclusion

The future of solar is being shaped today, and RE+ 2025 gave us a clear roadmap: faster, smarter, and storage-ready solutions will define success. PremiumCAD is excited to help installers in both the U.S. and Canada leverage these trends and turn challenges into opportunities.

Let’s build the future of solar together — one permit at a time.

Contact – pvdesigns@premiumcad.com