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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Tuesday, February 9, 2010;
11:00 am ET |
Contact:
Christine Real de Azua, (202) 510-0122
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MEDIA ADVISORY
2010 OUTLOOK FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY
RENEWABLE ENERGY INDUSTRY LEADERS CALL FOR IMMEDIATE PASSAGE OF KEY POLICIES TO CREATE JOBS AND MAINTAIN AMERICAN COMPETITIVENESS
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Join renewable energy industry association leaders at this press teleconference focusing on the 2010 outlook for the U.S. renewable energy sector. 2009 saw strong growth, but key legislation must be passed in 2010 in order to add renewable energy jobs, boost economic growth, and ensure American energy security now.
The conference will cover:
- How renewable energy fared in 2009
- Outlook for 2010
- Key legislation and policy issues
- Q&A to follow
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| WHO: |
Top renewable energy executives including:
- Denise Bode, CEO, American Wind Energy Association
- Linda Church Ciocci, Executive Director, National Hydropower Association
- Robert Cleaves, President and CEO, Biomass Power Association
- Karl Gawell, Executive Director, Geothermal Energy Association
- Rhone Resch, President and CEO, Solar Energy Industries Association
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| WHEN: |
Tuesday, February 9; 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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American Wind Energy Association
1501 M Street, NW; Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20005
Call-in Number: (866) 952-1907 or (785) 424-1826
Conference ID: 7ENERGY
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For more information, please contact Christine Real de Azua, (202) 510-0122.
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About AWEA
AWEA is the national trade association of America’s wind industry, with more than 2,500 member companies, including global leaders in wind power and energy development, wind turbine manufacturing, component and service suppliers, and the world’s largest wind power trade show. AWEA is the voice of wind energy in the U.S., promoting renewable energy to power a cleaner, stronger America. Look up information on wind energy at the AWEA Web site. Find insight on industry issues at AWEA’s blog Into the Wind. Join AWEA on Facebook. Follow AWEA on Twitter.
About BPA
The Biomass Power Association is the nation’s leading organization working to increase the use of clean, renewable biomass power and create new jobs and opportunities in the biomass industry. BPA represents over 100 biomass power facilities in 20 different states. As policymakers at every level explore ways to lower greenhouse gases and reduce America’s dependence on foreign oil, BPA is the leading advocate at the state and federal level for a strong commitment to clean, renewable biomass energy. Members include local owners and operators of existing biomass facilities, suppliers, plant developers and others all across the U.S. For more information please visit www.BiomassPowerAssociation.com.
About GEA
The Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) is a trade association composed of U.S. companies who support the expanded use of geothermal energy and are developing geothermal Resources worldwide for electrical power generation and direct-heat uses. GEA advocates for public policies that will promote the development and utilization of geothermal Resources, provides a forum for the industry to discuss issues and problems, encourages research and development to improve geothermal technologies, presents industry views to governmental organizations, provides assistance for the export of geothermal goods and services, compiles statistical data about the geothermal industry, and conducts education and outreach projects. For more information, please visit http://www.geo-energy.org/. Check out GEA’s YouTube Channel. Follow GEA on Twitter. Become a fan on Facebook.
About NHA
The National Hydropower Association (NHA) is a nonprofit national association dedicated exclusively to advancing the interests of the hydropower industry, including new waterpower technologies – conduit power, and ocean, tidal and instream hydrokinetics. It seeks to secure hydropower's place as a climate-friendly, renewable and reliable energy source that serves national environmental and energy policy objectives. Learn more at www.hydro.org.
About SEIA
Established in 1974, the Solar Energy Industries Association is the national trade association of the U.S. solar energy industry. As the voice of the industry, SEIA works with its 1,000 member companies to make solar a mainstream and significant energy source by expanding markets, removing market barriers, strengthening the industry and educating the public on the benefits of solar energy.
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