Wind Powering America: Wind Events http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/calendar.asp Lists upcoming wind power-related events. en-us julie.jones@nrel.gov (Julie Jones) http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/images/wpa_logo_sm.jpg Wind Powering America: Wind Events http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/calendar.asp Distributed Wind Energy Workshophttp://energy.appstate.edu/workshops/287http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3836Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 6/8/2013]]>Location: Boone, NC]]>Distributed wind energy workshop participants will learn about selecting a site for a distributed wind project, case studies of successful projects, opportunities in the region for distributed wind, technical aspects of the technology, and a guide to choosing a turbine. Attendees will visit a 100-kW Northwind 100 turbine on the Appalachian State University campus. Cost is $200. All attendees will receive a certificate of completion.

]]>10th Annual EnergyOcean International Conference and Exhibitionhttp://www.energyocean.com/http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3773Fri, 4 Jan 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 6/10/2013 to 6/12/2013]]>Location: Providence/Warwick, RI]]>Hundreds of industry stakeholders representing every aspect of the offshore renewable energy industry will unite for EnergyOcean International's technical program which offers the latest in offshore ocean energy technological advances, updates on what is happening in the industry, along with regulatory issues and policy.

]]>AWEA Small and Community WINDPOWER Conference and Exhibitionhttp://www.smallandcommunitywindexpo.org/http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3708Fri, 7 Dec 2012 00:00:00 MSTDate: 6/11/2013 to 6/12/2013]]>Location: Rochester, NY]]>The American Wind Energy Association and the Distributed Wind Energy Association are partnering again for the 2013 Small & Community WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition. This collaboration has brought new elements to this event to make it even more relevant to distributed wind professionals from those focusing on 1-kW to mid-sized to utility scale turbines. Plus, an enhanced focus on fostering relationships with dealers, installers and distributers. There is something for everyone involved in distributed wind industry and those that are just beginning to learn about wind with consumer-focused sessions in the exhibit hall.

The primary goal of the Small & Community WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition is to unite wind industry leaders with economic development groups, municipalities and consumers eager to play a bigger role in the use and expansion of distributed and community wind. Not to mention training about common industry barriers. Learn the latest on national renewable energy legislation, technology costs, zoning requirements, utility interconnection, tax revenues, and investment opportunities from small and community wind industry experts.

]]>APPA National Conferencehttp://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3682http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3682Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 6/14/2013 to 6/19/2013]]>Location: Nashville, TN]]>The APPA National Conference helps utility leaders and policymakers connect with industry leaders, partners and peers while learning about the complex issues facing public power utilities.

The 2013 Public Power Wind Award recipient will be recognized.

]]>Small Wind Conferencehttp://www.smallwindconference.com/http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3820Fri, 8 Mar 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 6/18/2013 to 6/19/2013]]>Location: Stevens Point, WI]]>Join manufacturers, installers, distributors, site assessors, policy-makers, advocates, educators, and other wind energy professionals to learn about news in the industry, share experiences, and visit the exhibit hall.

]]>MREA Energy Fairhttps://www.midwestrenew.org/energyfairhttp://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3859Thu, 2 May 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 6/21/2013 to 6/23/2013]]>Location: Custer, WI]]>The Energy Fair brings over 20,000 people rural central Wisconsin and features:

  • Over 275 exhibitors - featuring sustainable living and clean energy products
  • Over 200 workshops - including introductory level to advanced hands-on education: solar, wind, green building, local sustainable food, and more
  • Alternative Transportation Show - featuring demonstration vehicles and exhibitors
  • Green Home Pavilion - emphasizing building and remodeling in a sustainable way
  • Green Building Demos - displaying sustainable building techniques in action
  • Sustainable Tables - including workshops, chef demos, and a farmers' market to bring sustainability to your dinner table
]]>Southern California WindSenators Traininghttp://learn.kidwind.org/workshops_events/windsenators/2013/regionalhttp://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3845Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 6/25/2013 to 6/28/2013]]>Location: Palm Desert, CA]]>Learn about wind energy from the experts and share this knowledge with teachers and students in your state or region. This training is a unique opportunity which combines improving your knowledge about wind energy science and teaching about wind in K-12 classrooms using a wide array of curricula and educational materials.

There are over 91 WindSenators in 26 states. These highly qualified and dedicated educators (k thru college) have impacted thousands of teachers and hundreds of thousands of students in the last four years through teacher workshops, KidWind Challenges, and a variety of engaging regional events.

The five-day training program will provide hands-on instruction about wind energy science and technology using a variety of subjects (physics, technology, biology, earth and environmental science) and includes in-depth training on WindWise and KidWind materials and curricula. There will also be a number of guest speakers from the wind industry, and tours of local wind facilities. Existing WindSenators will be instructors and available to talk about how they have implemented training programs in their states.

]]>Wind Site Assessor Traininghttps://www.midwestrenew.org/civicrm/event/info?id=479&reset=1http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3739Fri, 7 Dec 2012 00:00:00 MSTDate: 7/1/2013 to 8/4/2013]]>Location: Custer, WI]]>The course will work online July 1-28, 2013, and then face-to-face on August 3-4. Participants in this online/hands-on hybrid course will learn how to perform a site assessment for a small wind system. The course will cover how to evaluate a site's wind energy potential, determine wind speeds at proposed heights, make a load profile for a client's energy needs, determine appropriate tower heights, and estimate kWh output for a system based upon wind resources.

]]>NARUC Summer Committee Meetingshttp://www.naruc.org/News/default.cfm?e=allhttp://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3632Fri, 3 Aug 2012 00:00:00 MSTPlease see the Web site for more information.APPA Webinar: Strategic Planning for Utility Boards and City Councilshttp://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3738http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3738Fri, 7 Dec 2012 00:00:00 MSTDate: 7/16/2013]]>2:00-3:30 EDT
Once legal and fiduciary duties are met, among the most important aspects of utility governance are establishing the mission/vision for the organization and setting the utility's direction, usually through the strategic planning process. This webinar will examine one of several approaches to utility strategic planning and explain the board and/or council's roles in that process.

]]>Introduction to Wind Systemshttp://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3742http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3742Fri, 7 Dec 2012 00:00:00 MSTDate: 7/18/2013]]>Location: Custer, WI]]>9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
This one-day course uses a combination of lecture and classroom activities to teach the basics of wind electric systems. Participants will learn how to define wind energy and how residential wind energy systems work. This course will provide a basis for making informed decisions about the design, sizing, and siting of wind energy systems.]]>NACo's 78th Annual Conference and Expositionhttp://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3863http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3863Fri, 3 May 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 7/19/2013]]>Location: Fort Worth, TX]]>The Annual Conference provides county officials with the opportunity to vote on the National Association of Counties' (NACo's) policies related to federal legislation and regulation; elect officers; network with colleagues; learn about innovative county programs; find out about issues impacting counties across the country; and view products and services from participating companies and exhibitors.

]]>NARUC Summer Committee Meetingshttp://summer.narucmeetings.org/http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3841Mon, 8 Apr 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 7/21/2013 to 7/24/2013]]>Location: Denver, CO]]>Source: National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners

]]>With Congress considering legislation that will alter the regulatory landscape, utility issues are dominating the national stage. From climate change to critical infrastructure concerns, state regulators will play a significant role in shaping these debates.

]]>Oregon WindSenators Traininghttp://learn.kidwind.org/workshops_events/windsenators/2013http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3844Mon, 8 Apr 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 8/5/2013 to 8/9/2013]]>Location: Portland, OR]]>Learn about wind energy from the experts and share this knowledge with teachers and students in your state or region. This training is a unique opportunity which combines improving your knowledge about wind energy science and teaching about wind in K-12 classrooms using a wide array of curricula and educational materials.

There are over 91 WindSenators in 26 states. These highly qualified and dedicated educators (k thru college) have impacted thousands of teachers and hundreds of thousands of students in the last four years through teacher workshops, KidWind Challenges, and a variety of engaging regional events.

The five-day training program will provide hands-on instruction about wind energy science and technology using a variety of subjects (physics, technology, biology, earth and environmental science) and includes in-depth training on WindWise and KidWind materials and curricula. There will also be a number of guest speakers from the wind industry, and tours of local wind facilities. Existing WindSenators will be instructors and available to talk about how they have implemented training programs in their states.

]]>North American Wind Energy Academy 2013 Symposiumhttp://www.nawea.org/http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/filter_detail.asp?itemid=3862Thu, 2 May 2013 00:00:00 MSTDate: 8/6/2013 to 8/8/2013]]>Location: Boulder, CO]]>The North American Wind Energy Academy (NAWEA) is composed of universities, research laboratories, and industry participants dedicated to coordinating wind energy research and education activities in order to advance the state of wind energy technology and to develop the next generation of wind energy engineers, researchers, scientists, and innovators.

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