Schain Banks partners James R. Griffin and Nicholas D. Standiford spoke at the 2026 Illinois Renewable Energy Conference, held October 19–20 in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. Hosted by the Illinois Solar Energy & Storage Association, the conference brought together industry professionals, policymakers, and other stakeholders to discuss renewable energy development in Illinois. illinoisrenewableenergyconference.org
Jim participated in “The Future of Utility-Scale Development,” a panel examining the policy, permitting, and siting challenges shaping renewable energy development across the state.
Nick participated in “The Future of Utility-Scale Storage in Illinois,” a panel exploring the growing role of battery energy storage systems in supporting grid reliability, meeting rising electricity demand, and advancing Illinois’ clean energy goals.
Their participation reflects Schain Banks’ extensive experience guiding energy developers through project permitting, land use and zoning approvals, real estate transactions, and litigation throughout Illinois and the Midwest.