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July 16, 2010
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25% RES: Senators Unveil Solid Energy Legislation
AWEA expressed support for legislation unveiled this week by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Tim Johnson (D-S.D.) that includes a renewable electricity standard (RES) requiring 25% of the nation’s electricity to be generated from renewable resources by 2025.
The “Securing America’s Future with Energy and Sustainable Technologies Act,” dubbed SAFEST, also would establish an energy efficiency resource standard of 1% per year, a long-term extension of ethanol and biodiesel tax credits, incentives for biofuel infrastructure and deployment, and targets for the availability of advanced vehicle technologies.
“The strength of our nation is tied to the strength of our energy economy,” Klobuchar said. “Not only are we still dependent on foreign oil, other countries are making great strides in developing clean energy technologies. With the ingenuity of American farmers and manufacturers, we have the ability to be the global leader in energy. This bill will provide incentives that can boost our economy and help us secure our energy future.”
The legislation comes as pressure builds for the Senate to act on clean energy legislation before it leaves for August recess.
Johnson added, “This bill will boost the economy by replacing imported oil with homegrown biofuels and renewable energy. Jobs will be created across the entire economy to produce parts and components for wind farms and by manufacturing vehicles that can run on higher blends of renewable fuels. It’s a win for energy security and economic security.”
AWEA, which has urged Congress to pass a strong RES so that the nation can reap the economic benefits of wind energy—benefits that studies have shown include thousands of jobs created—was clear in its support for the bill. “The provisions of this bill are essential to getting America on the road to a clean energy future and to creating American jobs,” AWEA CEO Denise Bode said in a statement. “AWEA supports the proposed legislation, which may be combined with other legislation expected to be introduced by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.
“We applaud Senator Klobuchar for her leadership and diligence in proposing this bill: it would establish a renewable electricity standard (RES) of 25% by 2025 which sends a strong global signal that the U.S. is committed to new domestic manufacturing. The legislation also extends eligibility for the Recovery Act’s 1603 program, which has been very successful.
“As Senator Klobuchar knows, now is the time to act on energy policy. We call on her colleagues in the Senate to seize this moment to set America on the right course toward energy independence, increased national security, reducing carbon, and the creation of thousands of clean energy jobs.”
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Offshore
Reflecting Wind Industry’s Maturation, Offshore Coalition Forms
On Wednesday AWEA announced the formation of the Offshore Wind Development Coalition (OffshoreWindDC), which will focus on advocacy and education efforts to promote offshore wind energy.
The new coalition, which will be based in Washington, D.C., will be headed by Jim Lanard, formerly managing director for Deepwater Wind. “The creation of this coalition demonstrates the growing interest in offshore wind energy in the U.S.,” said AWEA CEO Denise Bode. “Offshore wind provides a great opportunity to increase the use of renewable energy, thanks to the strong and steady winds that blow off our shores and proximity to electricity demand centers, particularly along the Eastern Seaboard. Offshore wind energy is proven in Europe, and will soon be hard at work here in America, powering our economy, protecting our environment, and creating jobs.”
The U.S. has vast offshore wind resources, particularly off the Eastern seaboard and in the Great Lakes. Wind projects offshore the United States totaling more than 5,000 MW have been proposed and are in the planning or development stages in the U.S. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that of the 300,000 MW of wind power that could generate 20% of U.S. electricity by 2030, 50,000 MW would likely be offshore.
The creation of the coalition is a natural outcome of the growth, diversification, and maturation of the wind industry in general, and of the offshore wind industry specifically, AWEA said. OffshoreWindDC will both expand and sharpen the focus of the industry efforts already underway through AWEA. For example, AWEA is currently working to secure long-term tax policy for offshore wind and shorten the permitting timeline for projects. The effort will involve AWEA, offshore wind developers, and other stakeholders in states such as Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Michigan, Illinois and Ohio.
Founding members and contributors to the Offshore Wind Development Coalition, in addition to AWEA, include Apex Wind, Cape Wind, Deepwater Wind, Fishermen’s Energy, NRG Bluewater Wind, OffshoreMW, and Seawind Renewable. “We are delighted to join with AWEA to advocate for policies that will support the development of this well-established technology,” said Lanard. He added, “Our joint efforts will lead to job creation, significant economic development opportunities and environmental and energy security for our country.”
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Wind Integration
AWEA, Regional Partners Protest PSE Integration Charge Proposal at FERC
Reacting strongly to a proposal it feels is unjust, unreasonable, and even discriminatory, AWEA and two regional partners formally protested utility Puget Sound Energy’s plan to impose a steep cost to integrate wind farms onto the grid.
AWEA submitted its protest in a proceeding at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) initiated by Puget, which has proposed a $2.70 per kW per month wind integration charge—a rate the utility calls “modest”; however, as AWEA pointed out in its filing, that charge is significantly more than the $0.23/kW/month the utility currently charges for transmission service. The charge would be applied to each wind generator’s nameplate capacity, so that if a wind farm’s capacity were 100 MW, the facility would pay over $3.2 million per year.
By Puget’s way of thinking, the charge would cover the cost of backing up wind power facilities with other generators. But AWEA, which filed the protest with the Renewable Northwest Project and the Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies, pointed out that other generators don't pay their integration charges, so it is discriminatory to single out wind and require it to pay costs that other generators don’t. Fossil fuel and nuclear generators also require backup given that they can go offline as well; with many such generators having large capacities, unscheduled events in which they go offline create an entirely different set of challenges for grid operators because huge dips in power output result almost instantaneously.
The utility’s proposed charge “clearly is excessive, insofar as it would collect considerably more than the actual costs Puget incurs in providing regulating capacity, and therefore, is unjust and unreasonable,” the protest states. “In addition, since Puget proposes to make these excessive charges apply only to wind generation, it is also discriminatory and would provide preferential treatment to other resources.”
The protest points out that it is discriminatory to impose the charge without adopting certain reforms to Puget’s operating practices (reforms that the utility is in the process of pursuing) because the perceived integration costs result from those current operating practices being biased toward wind power.
The protest urges FERC to either reject the proposal or order a formal hearing on it. AWEA issued the following statement from Director of Federal Regulatory Affairs Tom Vinson:
“We are asking FERC to overturn a proposal by Puget Sound Energy that would impose unfair and excessive grid integration charges on wind plants while failing to charge competing fossil and nuclear-powered power plants for the far larger integration costs they impose on the power system.
“Wind power works for electric consumers, providing a clean source of energy with which to power homes and businesses, create jobs and strengthen our energy security. Puget Sound Energy is singling out wind energy for this excessive integration charge, while American consumers spend billions of dollars per year to pay for the massive amount of reserve generation that must be available 24/7 to keep the power grid reliable in case a large coal or nuclear plant suddenly experiences an outage. To add insult to injury, wind plants are currently forced to pay for these reserves as well, even though these reserves are only needed for large power plants.
“Moreover, flaws in Puget’s calculations grossly inflate wind integration costs and proposed collection charges. The cost of integrating wind would be greatly reduced if Puget made simple, cost-effective reforms that have been implemented in other regions, such as moving to faster generator dispatch intervals and better coordinating its operations with its neighbors—steps that improve the efficiency of the grid and save consumers money even in the absence of wind energy. AWEA and the wind industry will fight against all attempts by utilities and competing energy suppliers to impose excessive and unfair charges on wind power, and will seek a level playing field for all energy sources, including an abundant, affordable, clean and readily available energy source like wind.”
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Project News
Final Phase of 450-MW Portland General Electric Wind Farm Producing Power
The first turbines assembled in Phase 3 of Portland General Electric Co.’s giant Biglow Canyon Wind Farm have begun generating electricity and supplying power to the Pacific Northwest’s electricity grid, the utility announced.
Twenty-four turbines are currently generating power, with all 76 turbines 2.3-MW turbines in Phase 3 expected to be completed by the end of the third quarter of 2010. The addition of the final phase will bring the total installed capacity of Biglow to 450 MW.
“Bringing the first turbines of the final phase of Biglow Canyon Wind Farm online represents a big step in developing more renewable energy resources for our customers and for the growing wind energy development in the region,” said Jim Piro, PGE president and CEO. “We expect to have the entire 450-MW wind farm online on time and on budget.”
The $1 billion Biglow Canyon Wind Farm is PGE’s first fully owned wind power facility. Located near Wasco in Sherman County, Ore., the facility was developed by Orion Energy LLC, and is being built by PGE, which also operates it. Phase 3 is providing jobs for about 150 employees and contractors during construction.
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Project News
Construction Underway at 250-MW Colorado Project from BP
BP Wind Energy is starting construction on the Cedar Creek 2 wind farm, a 251-MW project in Weld County Colo.
BP said it is starting work on the construction phase that precedes the arrival of the turbine equipment—i.e.,road building and other site preparation activities. The project will include 63 GE 1.6-MW turbines and 60 of Nordex’s 2.5-MW turbines. Cedar Creek 2, which is located east of the existing 300.5-MW Cedar Creek 1 facility, is expected to go online in the first half of 2011.
“Today marks another significant investment commitment by BP Wind Energy as we continue to build out our wind portfolio across this nation,” said John Graham, president of BP Wind Energy. “The Cedar Creek 2 wind farm will create new jobs in construction, deliver an additional revenue stream to rural communities without impacting traditional ranching practices, and provide clean, affordable power to over 75,000 residents of Colorado.”
Blattner Energy has received the construction contract for the project, which will employ some 250 workers during peak construction. Power from the Cedar Creek 2 wind farm has been sold under a long-term power purchase agreement to Public Service Company of Colorado (PSCo), an Xcel Energy company.
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Project News
Ground Broken on First Wind Project on Oahu
Appropriately employing a native island twist in the groundbreaking ceremony, First Wind celebrated the start of construction of its 30-MW Kahuku Wind facility in Oahu, Hawaii.
The modest-sized island project is notable in that it will be the first utility-scale wind farm on the island and one of the largest in Hawaii, which historically has had to rely heavily on high-emissions, oil-fired generation but has recently strengthened its commitment to tapping the state’s clean-energy resources. The facility will have the capacity to generate enough renewable energy to power up to 7,700 Oahu homes each year, according to First Wind.
Hawaii Governor Linda Lingle (R) led the celebration, joining First Wind officials, community leaders, and others in a traditional groundbreaking ceremony using Hawaiian digging sticks called o’o.
“The Kahuku Wind project brings Hawaii another step closer to reducing our state’s dependence on imported foreign oil and increasing our energy security,” said Lingle. “These wind turbines will provide another source of clean energy for Oahu’s power grid, further building on the progress Hawaii has made in becoming a world leader in clean energy.”
Construction of the Kahuku Wind project, which was spurred along by an expected $117 million loan guarantee from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), will create immediate economic benefits for Oahu, including up to 200 construction jobs. The loan guarantee is expected to close soon, First Wind said.
Once completed, the project will support the ambitious Hawaiian Clean Energy Initiative, which aims to have 70% of the state’s energy for electricity and ground transportation come from clean energy by 2030.
“The start of construction of Kahuku Wind is a major milestone for First Wind, and this significant renewable energy project would not have been possible without the hard work and support from the DOE, the governor, state and local leaders, and members of the community, many of which I’m pleased could join us at today’s groundbreaking ceremony,” said Paul Gaynor, CEO of First Wind.
Gaynor underscored the vital role of the loan guarantee program, which he said “enabled us to secure the necessary financing to build this innovative wind energy project.” That program is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, also known as the federal economic stimulus package. AWEA has urged that the program be extended in order to help the industry move forward despite the present difficult economic and financing climate.
Located west of Kahuku town in the hills near Charlie Road, the Kahuku Wind project will consist of twelve 2.5-MW Clipper Liberty wind turbines, which are manufactured in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Kahuku Wind will also include a battery energy storage system in conjunction with the facility, adding an innovative twist to a project that will integrate onto a grid possessing attributes unique to islands. The battery storage system was developed by Xtreme Power, Inc., and will be the largest of its kind in Hawaii.
In early May, the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission approved a 20-year power purchase agreement between Kahuku Wind Power and Hawaiian Electric Co. for the utility to purchase renewable energy from the project, providing the utility with a hedge against fluctuating oil prices.
The Kahuku Wind project has the capacity to help reduce oil consumption by about 139,500 barrels a year and to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 96 million pounds per year, according to statistics from the Energy Information Administration of the Department of Energy.
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Small Wind
Turbine Maker Southwest Windpower Buys Deerpath Energy
Apparently seeing a new market to tap after previously working with the company, small-wind turbine producer Southwest Windpower (“SWWP”) has acquired Deerpath Energy Inc., a venture capital-backed business that performs site analyses and deploys small wind turbines in multi-unit installations and in commercial settings.
The two companies already have a well-established relationship. Deerpath Energy oversaw the development and installation of two key multi-unit parking lot installations at a Sam’s Club location in Palmdale, Calif., and a Walmart store in Worcester, Mass. Since 2007, SWWP and Deerpath have been strategic partners in the development of in-depth modeling and economic software to determine optimal site selection for SWWP’s 2.4-kW Skystream 3.7 wind systems. In addition to continuing in that role, Deerpath Energy will provide a direct pipeline to new customers and sales models for distributed energy installation.
“The commercial distributed wind market represents a huge new opportunity for Southwest’s products and services,” said Kellogg Warner, Deerpath founder and CEO. “Deerpath’s market knowledge coupled with Southwest’s industry leading technologies creates a powerful combination.”
The acquisition will also strengthen Southwest Windpower’s plans to expand into holistic energy monitoring and reporting systems, with more focus on the commercial and utility markets, Southwest said. “Deerpath’s core competency lies in the micro-siting of small wind systems, which represents a unique, high value expertise as distributed applications grow beyond the residential home market,” stated Dixon Thayer, SWWP’s CEO. “We are excited to have such a talented group join Southwest Windpower to aggressively pursue new opportunities and markets in the small wind industry.” Currently located in Massachusetts, Deerpath Energy will continue to have its office on the East Coast and will immediately begin working closely with SWWP’s Flagstaff-based team on new projects and strategies.
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Offshore
Maine, Nova Scotia Join Forces on Offshore Energy
Adding another chunk of news to a busy week for offshore wind power, Maine Governor John Baldacci (D) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Nova Scotia Premier Darrell Dexter calling for the state and Canadian province to share information and explore opportunities in the area of offshore renewable energy.
The initiative, which will have a focus on offshore wind power and ocean tidal energy, seeks to bring together energy academics, researchers, policy makers and private sector developers from the two jurisdictions.
“Maine is forging a path toward clean, renewable, home-grown energy development which will keep hard-earned dollars here at home and provide good paying jobs, all while preserving our valuable natural resources,” said Baldacci. “Premier Dexter shares my commitment to work regionally to address these critical issues and I’m pleased that we are forging this partnership to explore the opportunities before us.”
The MOU was signed by the two leaders during the 34th Conference of the New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers held in Lenox, Mass.
In a statement from CEO Denise Bode, AWEA expressed support for the initiative as one that can advance offshore wind power development. “AWEA is pleased to see the MOU between Maine and Nova Scotia that is focused on offshore renewable energy collaboration through research and data sharing,” said Bode. “This type of partnership will help the North American offshore wind energy industry reach its potential, and realize its many environmental, economic and job creation benefits.”
Among objectives spelled out in the MOU, next year Maine and Nova Scotia will host a Tidal Energy Symposium in Nova Scotia in conjunction with the 35th Conference of the New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers.
“Nova Scotia has always enjoyed a strong economic, social and cultural partnership with Maine, and this MOU is another example of how our governments will work to grow the economy, create jobs and protect the environment,” said Dexter.
The news came the same week AWEA and a group of companies announced a coalition to focus on advocacy and education efforts to promote offshore wind energy (see story in this issue).
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Community Wind
Minnesota Community Wind Project Closes on Financing
Minnesota community wind developer Project Resources Corp. (PRC) has closed construction financing with Union Bank, N.A., for the 25.3-MW Ridgewind project in Woodstock, Minn.
PRC, which developed the project, will also manage it through construction. Union Bank arranged and underwrote a $51 million construction financing, which will be repaid by a sale-leaseback with an affiliate of Union Bank soon after commercial operations begins. The project is expected to utilize a U.S. Treasury cash grant under the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act.
“Both Union Bank and our customer Xcel Energy have been very supportive of locally developed renewable projects, and we look forward to delivering a top-notch community wind project that they will both be proud of,” said Paul White, PRC president.
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Supply Chain
Supply Chain Connections
Samsung Heavy Industries chooses GL Garrad Hassan’s SCADA solution
Samsung Heavy Industries implemented GL Garrad Hassan’s GH SCADA system for its new 2.5-MW wind turbines for projects in the U.S. and Korea. GL Garrad Hassan has developed an interface between the GH SCADA solution and the Samsung Heavy Industries turbine. Currently Samsung is using the system to monitor and control the turbines; the system is undergoing long-term testing at two wind farm sites in Lubbock, Texas and Yeoungheung in Korea.
DNV obtains accreditation for turbine noise testing
DNV’s Seattle, Wash., office has received accreditation from the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) for acoustic noise emissions testing on wind turbines. A2LA granted accreditation in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025:2005 for acoustic noise measurements as per IEC 61400-11 acoustic noise testing standard for wind turbines. (ISO/IEC 17025:2005 is the International Standard for “General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.” IEC 61400-11 is the "International Technical Standard for acoustic noise testing of wind turbines.”)
According to DNV, it is the only private company in the U.S. to have successfully completed the evaluation process, and now is one of only a handful of organizations worldwide to have achieved the accreditation in this area. The newly accredited service supplements the accredited wind turbine power performance and mechanical loads testing already being conducted by DNV.
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AWEA News
Speakers Wanted: Submit an Abstract for AWEA’s Small and Community Wind Conference & Exhibition
December 7 - 9, 2010 > Portland, OR
Introduce your expertise to the growing small and community wind industries, and share your knowledge by submitting an abstract to become an official conference speaker. AWEA is accepting abstracts until Friday, July 30, 2010.
Possible topic areas include:
- Policy & Incentives
- Finance & Ownership Structures
- Public Acceptance
- Turbine Technology, Construction & Operations
- Development Process
- Roles of Cooperatives & Utilities
- Other
Submit your abstract now! Or visit the event website for more information.
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AWEA News
SHOP THE NEW AWEA STORE!
Shop the NEW AWEA Store online! The AWEA Store is the official store of the wind industry. AWEA business members always get 10% off the list price, and only the AWEA Store supports and promotes the wind energy industry with the sales of its merchandise. Shop www.AWEAstore.com today!
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AWEA News
Careers in Wind - Special Summer Offer
Dive into our Summer Solstice Special! Receive 3 posting credits (each good for one 30-day job posting) and unlimited FREE resume views/contacts, through the end of the summer, for only $600 (non-AWEA members: $800). That’s a savings of 20% off the regular package price! This offer is only valid through August 31, 2010, so don’t delay! Log onto www.CareersInWind.com and post your jobs today!
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AWEA News
Save the Date! AWEA Fall Workshop Line-Up - Exhibition and Sponsorship Opportunities Available
AWEA Wind Resource & Project Energy Assessment Workshop
September 14 - 15 > Oklahoma City, OK
Dive into technical aspects, challenges, opportunities, and best practices of accurately measuring and assessing wind speeds in the U.S. by attending this unique event. All sessions and discussion are kept at the technical level so attendees working in this sector are able to walk away with tools they can readily apply on the job.
The complete program agenda is now available online!
This event also offers limited exhibit and sponsorship opportunities.
North American Offshore Wind Conference & Exhibition
October 5 - 7 > Atlantic City, NJ
Network with exhibitors and attendees from all over world! Become a player in the new and burgeoning U.S. offshore wind market during this unique event hosted by the American Wind Energy Association in collaboration with the Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA). Learn the latest on North American permitting, installation vessels, wildlife monitoring, and project development in our multiple tracks, poster presentations, and enjoy a mobile session to tour the 7.5-megawatt (MW) Jersey-Atlantic Wind Farm.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to get your company’s name in front of the right audience by exhibiting or sponsoring this event. With 38 exhibitors in 2009 and over 70 exhibitors already signed up for 2010, this is an exhibition opportunity not to be missed!
AWEA U.S. Wind Energy Investment Workshop
October 19 - 20 > London, UK
Network with leading wind power financial experts, investors, lenders, and project developers and discuss the opportunities, risks, rewards, and realities of U.S. wind energy investment. Click here to see the program agenda.
Sponsorship opportunities are available.
AWEA Wind Power Health & Safety Workshop Agenda Now Available!
October 26 - 27 > Austin, TX
Deepen your understanding of the challenges facing occupational health and safety professionals in the wind industry. Customize your learning experience with concurrent tracks featuring sessions on construction, electrical, manufacturing, operations and maintenance, risk management, and other safety topics featuring the latest updates on standard practices that directly impact the safety of your wind project.
The complete program agenda including session descriptions and speakers is now available on the event website – start planning your workshop experience now!
This event also offers limited exhibit opportunities - including an outdoor exhibit area - where companies can display and demonstrate their wares and services. Limited sponsorship opportunities are also available.
AWEA Wind Energy Fall Symposium
November 17 - 19 > Phoenix, AZ
Network with hundreds of wind energy professionals, acquire the most current information in wind, make quality contacts, speak one-on-one with prospective customers and current partners, and enjoy the unique educational program at this dynamic event. This year’s program is designed to be interactive and will engage leaders from all facets of the industry.
This year's event boasts an impressive line-up of speakers including General Colin Powell, former U.S. Secretary of State. Come and network with members of AWEA's Board and Leadership Council!
Sponsor this unique event and get your company name in front of elite wind energy industry decision-makers.
Small & Community Wind Conference & Exhibition
December 7-9 > Portland, OR
Join industry leaders, new entrants, project developers, economic development groups, municipalities, land owners and others to formulate and enact growth strategies for small and mid-sized wind applications. This event focuses on issues such as national renewable energy legislation, technology costs, zoning requirements, utility interconnection, tax revenues and investment opportunities. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to father valuable information on how best to capitalize on wind technology. Click here to see a list of last year's 2,100 attendees.
The call for abstracts is now open! Introduce your expertise to the growing small and community wind industries, and share your knowledge by submitting an abstract to become an official conference speaker. Click here to submit an abstract or for more information.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to show off your services and product to this special target audience! Both exhibit and sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.
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AWEA News
Order Your WINDPOWER 2010 Recorded Conference Materials DVD
Remember all those WINDPOWER sessions you wanted to attend but couldn’t be in six places at once? Buy the WINDPOWER 2010 Recorded Conference Materials and get them all! The DVD contains the session presentations synched with the voices of the speakers. The Full Conference and four individual Pre-Conference Materials are now ON SALE in the AWEA Store (and AWEA Business Members get 10% off the sale price!). Order now and receive a link to the materials via email, followed by a DVD via mail in the coming weeks.
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AWEA News
AWEA Outreach: The Weeks Ahead
AWEA staff members participate in high-level industry events to ensure that the newest and most accurate information about the wind energy industry gains maximum visibility. In the next two weeks, AWEA will have a presence at the following events:
- Event: WIndiana 2010
- Details: July 21-22, 2010; Indianapolis, IN
- AWEA Participation: Jeff Anthony, Director of Business Development, will participate as a panelist on the Wind Power Supply Chain Overview session. AWEA is sponsoring the event and will have an exhibit booth at the conference.
- Event: The Right Place Wind Energy Supply Chain Summit
- Details: July 28, 2010; Grand Rapids, MI
- AWEA Participation: , Elizabeth Salerno, Director, Industry Data & Analysis, will speak on the wind market and Michigan's manufacturing base. Jeff Anthony, Director of Business Development, will provide a national perspective on the emerging manufacturing opportunities in the wind energy industry. AWEA is sponsoring the event.
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Volume 28, Issue 1394
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AWEA Wind Resource & Project Energy Assessment Workshop
Oklahoma City, OK
September 14 - 15, 2010
AWEA North American Offshore Wind Conference & Exhibition
Atlantic City, NJ
October 5 - 7, 2010
AWEA Wind Power Health & Safety Workshop
Austin, TX
October 26 - 27, 2010
AWEA Wind Energy Fall Symposium
Phoenix, AZ
November 17 - 19, 2010
AWEA Small and Community Wind Conference & Exhibition
Portland, OR
December 7 - 9, 2010
www.awea.org/events
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Chief Executive Officer
Britt Theismann
Chief Operating Officer
Pam Poisson
Chief Financial Officer
Rob Gramlich
Sr. Vice President for Public Policy
Stephen Miner
Sr. Vice President for Conference, Membership & Business Development
Chris Chwastyk
Vice President for Federal Legislative Affairs
Sarah Howell
Vice President for Public Affairs
Lisa Wagner
Vice President of Finance
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