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EBC Wind Energy Committee Meeting
Date: 2/1/2010
Location: Princeton, MA
Source: Environmental Business Council New England, Inc.
Offices of the Princeton Municipal Light Department, 168 Worcester Road.
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
The subject of this meeting is, "Princeton Wind Project Online!" Please see the Environmental Business Council New England, Inc. Web site for more information.
Date: 2/2/2010
Location: Narragansett, RI
Phone: (401) 874-6127
University of Rhode Island Bay Campus, Coastal Institute Building, Hazards Rooms.
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Ocean Special Area Management Plan stakeholder group is a forum that engages key constituencies and the public in the development of the Ocean Special Area Management Plan. During this two-year process, the stakeholder group members will learn about the technological and scientific information being collected to create an Ocean Special Area Management Plan, be able to voice their concerns and issues, and provide thoughtful input on the process and products.
Date: 2/2/2010 to 2/3/2010
Location: Philadelphia, PA
The Offshore Wind Power Forum is specially tailored to address the key issues faced by the North American market in deploying offshore wind farms. The two day conference will bring together the key players in the offshore wind supply chain in order to discuss and debate the optimum and cost efficient routes to deployment.
North America is going from a sophisticated market in onshore wind to a nascent market in offshore wind. This conference will provide the opportunity to learn from the success of European offshore wind farms. The event will feature case studies from developers on how the first offshore wind farms were launched and from manufacturers on how the technology was developed. Find out what challenges were faced along the way and how they were overcome.
Date: 2/3/2010 to 2/4/2010
Location: Austin, TX
Phone: 512-232-1176
Source: The University of Texas at Austin School of Law.
Now in its fifth year, the Institute expands beyond wind energy to include solar and other renewable development. The 2010 program blends law, economics, technology, finance, tax and regulatory policy, and is aimed at industry participants, legal and financial advisors, and key legislative and regulatory policymakers and staff.
Date: 2/3/2010 to 2/5/2010
Location: Washington, DC
Phone: 713-343-1879
Washington Convention Center.
The Business Conference will provide a platform for over 250 industry-leading speakers to share their knowledge and insights with attendees. The Business Conference will consist of several parallel tracks, held over three days, on each of the key technologies (wind, solar, hydro, ocean, geothermal, and biomass/ biofuels/ waste energy), plus cross-cutting sessions on markets, finance and policy. Discussions of clean technologies will incorporate presentations on hydrogen, fuel cells, batteries and other energy storage technologies, transmission, smart grid distributed generation, energy efficiency, green buildings, and other topics related to renewable energy.
Western Wind and Solar Integration Study Webinar Series
Date: 2/4/2010
Location: CO
1:00 p.m. PST/2:00 p.m. MST
The Western Interstate Energy Board presents a series of high-level briefings on the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study for state and provincial regulatory commissions, energy agencies, policy makers, utility staff and executives, and other interested parties. The briefings will focus on key findings and policy implications on the integration of high levels of variable generation in the Western Interconnection.
The Western Wind and Solar Integration Study (WWSIS) examines the operational impacts of high wind and solar energy penetrations in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council, with a focus on the WestConnect group of transmission providers. The Western Wind and Solar Integration Study uses a combination of grid simulation tools and data analysis techniques to explore key questions about high-penetration impacts of wind and solar on the grid. Please see the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study Web site for more information.
Four Webinars will be held every other week in February and March. The Webinars will have presentations on different aspects of the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study and include time for questions and discussion. The briefings will be delivered by National Renewable Energy Laboratory staff with input from key subcontractors (GE and 3TIER).
This February 4th Webinar will focus on the overview of the study.
- Goals
- Political, environmental, and other issues
- Assumptions and data inputs (solar, wind, load) and validation
- Scenarios — resource characteristics, siting, transmission buildouts
- Additional deep dives into specific topics
- Description of types of analysis
Webcast and Phone Information
Connect on the web at Genesys.com. Look to the right for the Genesys login and click on the tab "Participant." A screen will appear and ask for the meeting number — our meeting number is 1500493.
Phone to conference call at: Phone number: (866) 779-0775, Meeting Number: *1500493*
Be sure to enter the * star key before and after the Meeting Number.
The other Webinars in the series are on these dates.
Date: 2/5/2010
Location: West Yarmouth, MA
Phone: 508-457-0495 ext. 110
Cape & Islands Association of REALTORS Conference Center, 22 Mid-Tech
Drive
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Multiple Cape and Island communities are considering municipal-sponsored community wind projects. This workshop will explore the range of objectives which typically motivate community wind projects. The discussion will focus on identifying ownership and financing options which best reflect a community's preferences and risk tolerance. The first session will summarize the ownership and financing structures used to date to illustrate the funding options currently available for community wind projects. The speakers also will outline the Federal and state incentive programs available for such projects. In the second session, the speakers will lead a more in-depth case study discussion regarding how a community approaches and decides on the ownership and financing structures for a community-based wind project. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.
Wind Energy Matchmaking Forum
Date: 2/5/2010
Location: Waltham, MA
Source: Environmental Business Council New England, Inc.
DoubleTree Hotel, 550 Winter Street.
7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Wind Energy Matchmaking Forum will provide an opportunity for all companies involved in wind energy to learn about each others' projects, equipment, and services and to facilitate collaboration. Learn first-hand about the services or equipment provided from various businesses involved in wind energy in New England. This will be especially useful for companies interested in getting their team together and procuring certain equipment or services for future private and government wind projects. Please see the Environmental Business Council New England, Inc. Web site for more information.
Date: 2/7/2010 to 2/9/2010
Location: Kennewick, WA
Three Rivers Convention Center.
The Harvesting Clean Energy Conference is the Northwest's premiere gathering for agriculture and energy interests working to advance new opportunities for rural economic development through clean energy production. Drawing on top-notch speakers, sessions will focus on the practical steps to successful project development, from economic and feasibility assessments, to accessing technical support, and securing financing amidst tough finance markets.
The conference is designed for
- Farmers, ranchers, and other rural land owners
- Food processors
- Agricultural organizations
- Public and private utilities
- Rural economic development leaders
- Local, state, federal, and tribal officials
- Clean energy firms, consultants, and supporters
- The next generation of rural workers and leaders
Western Wind and Solar Integration Study Final Stakeholder Meeting
Date: 2/9/2010
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Phone: (303) 384-6930
8:30 - 5:00 MST
Agenda (PDF 107 KB) Download Adobe Reader.
Presentations will focus on key findings and on new work that was performed since the last stakeholder meeting in the summer.
The meeting will be held at the Hotel Albuquerque, 800 Rio Grande Blvd, NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico. To make reservations, please call the hotel directly at 505-843-6300 or 1-800-237-2133 And ask for the "National Renewable Energy Laboratory" group rate of $137. This rate is available until January 18.
Please RSVP to Kelly Wang by Feb 3 if you will be attending this meeting.
Web Conferencing
Call 1-800-619-8495 and give the passcode: NREL
Using Internet Explorer or Safari, you can see the Web conference at:
https://www.mymeetings.com/nc/join.php?i=PW1805100&p=NREL&t=c
If you do not have fast Internet access, you can download the presentations ahead of time.
More information about the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study.
Date: 2/10/2010
Location: Cranston, RI
Phone: 800-875-5029
The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources and the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project are sponsoring the workshop. Classroom teachers and students (3-12) have a unique opportunity to learn energy in a fun and exciting way! NEED is the nation's leading provider of energy education programs and materials to schools. All NEED learning activities are correlated to Rhode Island science objectives and many others. The program will make teaching energy exciting and fun as you return to your classroom. It is recommended that teachers bring groups of 4 - 6 students to participate in this energizing workshop!
Date: 2/10/2010 to 2/11/2010
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Phone: 865-218-4600, ext. 6141
Source: Utility Wind Integration Group (UWIG).
Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town.
This workshop is intended for utility and wind industry personnel associated with producing and using wind plant output forecasts for power system operation.
Date: 2/10/2010 to 2/12/2010
Location: San Diego, CA
Rancho Bernardo Inn.
Panels will discuss the cutting edge developments in the wind power finance and investment markets, as well as the various challenges and prospects for 2010 and beyond.
This year's event will also feature the pre-Summit workshop, Structuring Your Wind Project Financing. This technical workshop is designed to provide you with the best and latest insights into wind power assets valuation, identifying potential hurdles to the deal, and structuring the deal and financing to complete the transaction.
Wind Turbine Syndrome: Myths and Facts Webinar
Date: 2/11/2010
Location: CO
11:00 a.m. EST
Please join us for a discussion of the myths and facts behind wind turbine syndrome and how scientific research is used to both support and deny the claims made.
Topics
- The science of sound;
- Overview of wind turbine syndrome;
- Published research on sound impacts and how it is used to both support and deny claims of wind turbine syndrome;
- How the "nocebo" effect plays a role (A nocebo response occurs when the suggestion of a negative effect of an action leads to an actual negative outcome)
Who should attend?
- Landowners
- Local and state government officials
- Wind developers
- Renewable energy advocates
Speakers
- W. David Colby, M.D.: Chatham-Kent Medical Officer of Health (Acting); Associate Professor, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario
- Geoff Leventhall, Ph.D.: Consultant in Noise Vibration and Acoustics, UK
Connection Instructions
You will need an Internet connection and a phone line to participate in this Webinar. You do not need to pre-register. In order to hear the audio, you will need to call into one of the phone numbers below.
Audio and Web Access
Toll Free: 877-951-7311
Toll: 203-607-0666
Participant Passcode: 9348502
Web Access or https://www.mymeetings.com/nc/join/
Conference number: PW1627857
Audience passcode: 9348502
Date: 2/11/2010 to 2/15/2010
Location: Atlanta, GA
TechAdvantage is the premier event for electric cooperative engineering, operations, information technology, purchasing and supply management professionals. It offers leading edge strategies to reduce costs, enhance reliability and increase service quality through a variety of general sessions and learning labs; a hands-on, "kick the tires" expo; and peer discussion forums.
Economic Development Case Studies Webinar
Date: 2/17/2010
Location: CO
Phone: (303) 425-6800 ext. 469
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (MT)
This Webinar will explore how communities and utilities benefit from the development
of wind projects. In addition to lease payments to landowners and increased tax
revenues to local governments and school districts, wind power projects create jobs,
helping to stem the decline in population/customer base in many rural areas,
increase demand for local services and supplies, and diversify utility resource
portfolios, reducing risk and price volatility. Presenters will address these benefits
through case studies as well as present models that can be used to estimate local
economic benefits. The Webinar is free, but space is limited at some events, so reserve your place early. To participate in this Webinar, please use the link below, click on the REGISTER tab at the top and choose the Economic Development Case Studies box. You will receive an email with the Webinar login details. Register for this Webinar.
Farm Energy Workshop
Date: 2/17/2010
Location: Brandon, SD
Phone: (605) 996-1031
108 Heritage Road, Sioux Valley Energy Conference Room.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Agenda (PDF 67 KB) Download Adobe Reader.
The goal of this workshop is to provide area farm businesses with information on the opportunities and challenges associated with managing energy costs related to improved efficiency and renewable energy systems.
Workshop topics include farm-scale wind turbines, geothermal systems, infrared thermograph and energy audits to identify energy uses and losses, leasing your land to wind developers, and grants and incentives available for projects. The workshop will close with a panel of the workshop speakers available for farmers to ask their questions.
Date: 2/17/2010 to 2/18/2010
Location: Denver, CO
Phone: (202) 383-2512
Westin Tabor Center.
This workshop's program will address how wind project siting and elements of the human and natural environment interconnect — including aesthetics, stakeholder dynamics and wildlife interactions.
Western Wind and Solar Integration Study Webinar Series
Date: 2/18/2010
Location: CO
1:00 p.m. PST/2:00 p.m. MST
The Western Interstate Energy Board presents a series of high-level briefings on the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study for state and provincial regulatory commissions, energy agencies, policy makers, utility staff and executives, and other interested parties. The briefings will focus on key findings and policy implications on the integration of high levels of variable generation in the Western Interconnection.
The Western Wind and Solar Integration Study (WWSIS) examines the operational impacts of high wind and solar energy penetrations in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council, with a focus on the WestConnect group of transmission providers. The Western Wind and Solar Integration Study uses a combination of grid simulation tools and data analysis techniques to explore key questions about high-penetration impacts of wind and solar on the grid. Please see the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study Web site for more information.
Four Webinars will be held every other week in February and March. The Webinars will have presentations on different aspects of the Western Wind and Solar Integration Study and include time for questions and discussion. The briefings will be delivered by National Renewable Energy Laboratory staff with input from key subcontractors (GE and 3TIER).
This February 18th Webinar will focus on statistical analysis.
- Geographic diversity
- Extreme events, how often extreme events occur, when do they occur
- Sometimes variability helps you and sometimes it hurts you
- A scenario with 35% renewable energy penetration can have instantaneous penetration that is much higher
Webcast and Phone Information
Connect on the web at Genesys.com. Look to the right for the Genesys login and click on the tab "Participant." A screen will appear and ask for the meeting number — our meeting number is 1500493.
Phone to conference call at: Phone number: (866) 779-0775, Meeting Number: *1500493*
Be sure to enter the * star key before and after the Meeting Number.
The other Webinars in the series are on these dates.
American Public Power Association Legislative Rally
Date: 2/22/2010 to 2/25/2010
Location: Washington, DC
The Mayflower Hotel.
See the American Public Power Association Web site for more information.
Date: 2/23/2010 to 2/25/2010
Location: Austin, TX
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