The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is a non-profit trade association in the United States that represents the solar energy industry. SEIA’s mission is to promote the use of solar energy in the country and advocate for policies that advance solar technology and businesses. They aim to make solar energy a mainstream and competitive source of electricity for all Americans. SEIA was founded in 1974 and has since then become the leading national trade association for the solar industry. The organization boasts a diverse membership base, including more than 1,000 companies ranging from manufacturers, project developers, installers, and component suppliers. They also have members who specialize in finance, engineering, and legal services. SEIA has been instrumental in shaping solar energy policy in the United States. They lobby for pro-solar policies at the federal, state, and local levels of government, as well as educate lawmakers about the benefits of solar energy. The organization also promotes research and development of solar technologies, provides information about solar energy to the general public, and organizes industry events that bring together solar professionals. With its headquarters in Washington D.C., SEIA stands as the national voice of the solar industry and continues to work towards a brighter, more sustainable future that is powered by solar energy.