SEIA Names Scott Moskowitz Chair And Dr. Ingmar Ritzenhofen Vice Chair, Strengthening Leadership Across Solar And Storage Sectors

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) announced the election of Scott Moskowitz of Qcells as chair of its Board of Directors, along with a group of newly elected board members representing the full scope of the U.S. solar and storage industry. Moskowitz’s election, representing Qcells, a leading solar manufacturer and clean energy solutions provider in the United States underscores SEIA’s commitment to supporting American-made solar and storage as the nation’s leading sources of new power.

He was elected in a special board vote to succeed Darren Van’t Hof, who stepped down as board chair following his appointment as interim president and CEO of SEIA. In addition to Moskowitz’s appointment as chair, Dr. Ingmar Ritzenhofen, chief commercial officer of RWE Clean Energy, a solar and storage project developer, was elected vice chair. Ritzenhofen brings extensive experience in large-scale project development and grid integration, adding valuable expertise to SEIA’s leadership team.

Darren Van’t Hof, SEIA’s interim president and CEO, highlighted the importance of experienced leadership as the solar and storage industry enters a pivotal year of growth and transition in 2026, amid policy uncertainty and evolving regulatory frameworks. He congratulated Moskowitz, Ritzenhofen, and all newly elected and returning board members, emphasizing that their guidance will help ensure solar and storage continue to lead America’s energy future while delivering economic and energy security benefits to communities across the country.

Moskowitz expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as SEIA board chair during a critical period for the industry. He noted that SEIA plays a vital role in advancing durable, bipartisan policies that accelerate clean energy deployment, strengthen U.S. manufacturing, and reduce electricity costs. Moskowitz also highlighted his commitment to collaborating with the board, SEIA staff, and policymakers to achieve these objectives.

In addition to the chair and vice chair elections, SEIA’s board approved three at-large members, a new affiliate representative, and division chairs and vice chairs for the association’s six membership divisions, further strengthening the organization’s leadership and representation across the solar and storage sector.