
Clean Power 2027
Event Date
May 24–27, 2027
Location
Anaheim, CA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryCLEANPOWER is the clean energy industry's premier annual conference and expo, hosted by the American Clean Power Association (ACP). It brings the full clean energy value chain into one venue for four days of learning, dealmaking, and networking. The event unites policymakers, utilities, developers, corporate buyers, and supply-chain leaders to address the challenges of scaling renewable power across the Western Hemisphere, with programming spanning wind, solar, energy storage, and transmission.
The 2027 edition takes place May 24–27, 2027, at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. Attendees range from C-suite executives and project developers to engineers, financiers, and government regulators. A large share of the audience holds purchasing authority, making the show especially valuable for exhibitors and business-development teams.
Beyond the exhibit hall, CLEANPOWER offers hundreds of expert-led sessions, keynote stages, and structured networking through programs such as EmpowHER, Emerging Leaders, PowerVets, and CLEANPOWER in Color. For anyone working in utility-scale renewables, it is positioned as the one week a year when the industry's key decision-makers gather in one place.
Show Highlights
- Multiple content stages including the NexStage, Charge-Up Stage, Knowledge Is Power Stage, Spark Tank Stage, and Energy Elevation Stage
- Signature networking programs: EmpowHER (women leaders), Emerging Leaders, PowerVets (veterans), CLEANPOWER in Color, and a First-Time Attendees program
- Special events: Opening Reception open to all attendees, a charity Golf Tournament, a Power Up 5K Fun Run & 2.5K Walk, an EmpowHER Luncheon, and an E-Poster Gallery and reception
- Clean Energy 101 primer session on the fundamentals of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage
- ACP Awards recognizing Best Booth winners, the Emerging Leader Award, and the PowerVets Veterans Leadership Award
- 2026 session topics covered the clean power market outlook, data centers and large loads, AI's role in energy deployment, tariff strategy, siting and permitting, transmission, and cybersecurity
Attendance
According to ACP, CLEANPOWER 2026 (held in Houston) drew approximately 8,000 attendees and around 440–500 exhibitors from 600+ organizations. ACP reports that roughly 68–70% of attendees are directly involved in final purchasing decisions at their company, and that attendees represented all 50 U.S. states and 35+ countries. The 2026 program featured about 200 speakers. Exhibitor outcomes cited by ACP include 84% making progress on brand-awareness goals and 81% meeting their goals for connecting with prospective customers.
Booth Pricing
For CLEANPOWER 2027, booth space is priced per square foot on a tiered schedule, with an additional $2 per square foot for premium corner, island, and main-aisle locations. In-line booths include pipe and drape; flooring is mandatory but not included.
- ACP Members: $44/sq ft (by June 4), $46/sq ft (June 5–Sept 1), $48/sq ft (after Sept 1)
- Non-Members: $55/sq ft (by June 4), $57/sq ft (June 5–Sept 1), $59/sq ft (after Sept 1)
Example early-rate (by June 4) member prices: a 10×10 booth is $4,400, a 10×20 is $8,800, and a 10×30 is $13,200. Booths include complimentary registrations based on size (e.g., 4 registrations for 100 sq ft, up to 36 for 4,000+ sq ft). Payment follows a schedule of a 25% non-refundable deposit at signing, 50% by September 1, 2026, and 100% by December 1, 2026.
Registration
Registration for CLEANPOWER 2027 was not yet open at the time of research; ACP offers a "Notify Me" sign-up for when it becomes available. Pricing structure from the 2026 event, which used tiered Early Bird, Advance, and Regular/Onsite rates, provides a guide:
- Full conference (2026 rates): ACP Members from $969 (early bird) up to $1,219 (onsite); Non-Members from $1,289 up to $1,629
- One-Day Conference Pass (Tuesday or Wednesday): $929/day
- Thursday Expo-Only Pass: $250 (exhibit hall access only)
Discounts are offered for government, faculty, full-time students, non-profits, emerging leaders (under 30 and in their first 2–3 years, at $500 member/$600 non-member), and groups of 10+ (20% off). Complimentary press passes are available to those meeting ACP's media accreditation guidelines, and volunteer registrations are available. Register online through ACP's official registration platform once 2027 rates are posted.
History
CLEANPOWER is produced by the American Clean Power Association (ACP), the national trade association for the U.S. clean energy industry. The event has grown into what ACP calls the clean energy industry's premier gathering, convening the wind, solar, storage, and transmission sectors under one roof. Recent editions have rotated among major U.S. cities; the 2026 conference was held in Houston, and the 2027 conference moves to Anaheim, CA. The show has expanded its programming over time to include dedicated networking tracks (EmpowHER, Emerging Leaders, PowerVets, CLEANPOWER in Color), multiple content stages, and an awards program.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is CLEANPOWER 2027 taking place?
CLEANPOWER 2027 will be held May 24–27, 2027, at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California.
Who should attend CLEANPOWER?
The event is designed for professionals across the utility-scale clean energy value chain, including utilities, developers, manufacturers, financiers, policymakers, and supply-chain companies working in wind, solar, energy storage, and transmission. ACP reports that a large majority of attendees are directly involved in final purchasing decisions at their organizations.
How do I register and what does it cost?
Registration opens on ACP's official website, where you can sign up for a notification when 2027 rates go live. At the 2026 event, full-conference passes ranged from about $969 to $1,629 depending on membership and timing, with one-day passes and a $250 Thursday expo-only pass also available, plus discounts for government, students, non-profits, emerging leaders, and groups of 10 or more.
How much does it cost to exhibit at CLEANPOWER 2027?
Booth space is priced per square foot, starting at $44/sq ft for ACP members and $55/sq ft for non-members at the earliest rate, with premium locations costing an extra $2 per square foot. For example, an early-rate 10x10 booth is $4,400 for members, and booths include complimentary registrations based on size.
What makes CLEANPOWER worth attending?
CLEANPOWER is the clean energy industry's premier annual event, drawing roughly 8,000 attendees and hundreds of exhibitors for four days of expert sessions, dealmaking, and networking. It concentrates the wind, solar, storage, and transmission sectors—along with policymakers and Fortune 500 buyers—into one place, offering keynote stages, an exhibit hall, and dedicated networking programs.
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