Future Events

4th European Solar Thermal Energy Conference (estec 2009) to take place on 25 and 26 May 2009 in Munich, Germany

Hosted by ESTIF, the European Solar Thermal Industry Federation, in co-operation with the Bundesverband Solarwirtschaft and with Intersolar 2009, the 4th European Solar Thermal Energy Conference will be held on 25 and 26 May 2009 in Munich, Germany.

Throughout the last years, the biennial estec conference has developed into the most important platform on the solar thermal energy market, promising a record attendance also for the coming year.

What: estec2009 informs a sector in transition. The conference provides the latest information on markets and trends, technology and policies in the field of hot water preparation, space heating and solar assisted cooling.

When: 25-26 May 2009 - just before Intersolar

Where: Hotel “Bayerischer Hof”, Munich, Germany

Who should attend:

• Managers, marketing and sales persons of solar thermal companies and suppliers

• Executives of national and regional energy ministries and energy agencies

• Energy market experts from private and public financing

• Marketing managers of energy utilities and energy contractors

• Technical researchers from universities and research institutes

• Market researchers

More than 600 experts will participate in estec2009 to discuss the latest trends in the industry, technological developments as well as policies promoting solar thermal energy usage. The comprehensive programme of the estec2009 conference thus aims to provide updates on policies promoting the use of solar thermal energy and to answer challenging questions such as:

• How do the renewable obligations change the market?

• Which financing options are available for the growth of small and medium-sized manufacturers?

• Where does the solar cooling stand today, and

• Who can participate in this growing market?

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Intersolar 2009 will be held at the New Trade Fair Centre in Munich, Germany from May 27-29, 2009.

Intersolar is the world´s largest solar technology trade fair and the annual meeting place for everyone in the international solar Industry. Intersolar focuses on the Photovoltaic, Solar Thermal and Solar Architecture branches. In June 2008, at its new location in Munich, more than 1,050 exhibitors presented their products and services across 76,000 m² of exhibitor floor space – an increase of more than 120% from 2007. Intersolar 2008 featured just under 52,000 visitors from 140 countries, making it the most international Intersolar yet.

The amount of exhibition space booked for 2009 has surpassed that booked in 2008.

Intersolar, the world’s largest solar technology trade show, doesn’t open its doors until May 27. But the show is already breaking the records set by Intersolar 2008. In 2008, exhibitors occupied a total of 76,000 sqm of exhibition space in seven halls. The fact that this total has already been surpassed in December 2008 gives the organizers good reason to believe that Intersolar 2009 will be a success. Indeed, the exhibition space planned for 2009 amounts to as much as 100,000 sqm in nine halls.

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Folsom, Calif., — In order to stay one step ahead of an expected boom in large-scale solar power projects over the next five to ten years, the California Independent System Operator Corporation (California ISO) is holding a Solar Symposium to bring solar companies and forecasters together with ISO market and operations experts. It’s a way to ensure solar technologies are on equal footing with other renewable resources already participating in the ISO’s wholesale electricity markets.

The ISO launched its Participating Intermittent Resource Program (PIRP) designed to foster renewable resource development in 2002. That early effort, aimed at wind energy, set up forecasting tools and adjusted market rules to accommodate wind power’s fluctuations in output as a result of changing wind speeds. Solar power can also benefit from accurate and timely high-tech forecasting and communication tools as well as industry collaboration.

Meeting Details		Web Conference Information
Thursday, January 29, 2009		https://www.webmeeting.att.com
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (PST)		Meeting Number: 5114682337
Location		Teleconference Information
California ISO Offices,		Call-in Number: (800) 230-1059
101 Blue Ravine Road, Folsom, CA 95630		International: (612) 288-0340
		Pass code: Not required

Additional information can be found at California ISO.

The California ISO is a not-for-profit public benefit corporation charged with managing the flow of electricity along California’s open-market wholesale power grid. The mission of the California ISO is to safeguard the reliable delivery of electricity, and ensure equal access to 25,000 circuit miles of “electron highway.” As the impartial operator of the wholesale power grid in the state, the California ISO conducts a small portion of the bulk power markets. These markets are used to allocate space on the transmission lines, maintain operating reserves and match supply with demand in real time.

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World Future Energy Summit 2009

Abu Dhabi, 19-21 January 2009

THE CONFERENCE

Join the leaders, be part of the solution - reserve your place now

Top government officials, heads of global organisations, leading environmentalists and the largest international investors are meeting once again at the World Future Energy Summit, 19-21 January 2009, Abu Dhabi to discuss, debate and plan the world’s future energy.The Summit is the platform for policy decision making, investment and high-level business deals. This is your opportunity to attend and become a part of an evolving industry with unlimited opportunity.

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Conference passes are available for just $1,000 per person. Full conference passes include a ticket to the inaugural Zayed Future Energy Prize ceremony and gala dinner.
REGISTER NOW FOR WFES 2009

7 REASONS TO ATTEND:

• Over $15bn is being invested in renewables in Abu Dhabi alone
• This is your chance to network with the leaders in the alternative energy industry
• Learn about latest innovations from over 200 exhibitors including 12 international pavilions
• Find new investment opportunities and ways to do business
• Source solutions you didn’t know existed
• Listen to over 100 experts from around the world
• Attend the inaugural Zayed Future Energy Prize Ceremony (included in your delegate place)

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS CONFIRMED SO FAR INCLUDE:

• His Royal Highness Prince Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, Prince of Orange
• H.E. Abdulrahman Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Secretary-General, GCC
• Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, *
• Ana Aguirre Zurutuza, *
• Dan Arvizu, *
• Tony Blair, *
• Jean-Louis Borloo, *
• Preston Chiaro, *
• Vivienne Cox, *
• Henry Derwent, *
• Ditlev Engel, *
• Prof. Herbert Girardet, *
• H.E. Connie Hedegaard, *
• Dr. Susan Hockfield, *
• Jean-Paul Jeanrenaud, *
• Vinod Khosla, *
• Pascal Husting, *
• H.E. Moritz Leuenberger, *
• Dr. Frank Mastiaux, *
• Esteban Morrás, *
• Dr. Rajendra Pachauri, *
• Andris Piebalgs, *
• Kevin Parker, *
• Prof. Hermann Requardt, *
• Dr. Hermann Scheer, *
• Professor Lord Stern, *

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL WFES 2009 PROGRAMME ONLINE

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FULL WFES 2009 CONFERENCE BROCHURE NOW

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20th Anniversary GLOBALCON

Energy, Power & Facility Management Strategies & Technologies

April 1-2, 2009
Atlantic City Convention Center
Atlantic City, NJ

Decision makers from business, industry and government must now seek integrated energy solutions - solutions which assure both a secure and affordable power supply, and effective management of both energy and overall operational costs. Globalcon 2009 — presented by the Association of Energy Engineers and now celebrating its 20th anniversary as a major energy industry event — is designed specifically to facilitate those who need to get up to speed on the latest developments in the energy field, explore promising new technologies, compare energy supply options, and learn about innovative and cost-conscious project implementation strategies.

The multi-track conference covers a variety of topics, and gives you the opportunity to hear first-hand from some of the major players in the energy field. The Globalcon Expo will emphasize four critical areas of leading edge technology and related services:

• HVAC and Smart Building Systems
• Renewable & Alternative Energy / Onsite Generation
• Lighting Efficiency
• Plant and Facilities Management

The 2009 agenda includes:

• The cutting-edge Globalcon conference, featuring presentations by leading industry experts
• A line-up of AEE-sponsored pre-conference seminars
• The extensive Globalcon expo, where you can explore the latest technologies and services the energy marketplace has to offer. Free technology and applications workshops will also be presented in the 2008 exhibit hall.

Globalcon’s Northeast Green showcase, co-presented by the U.S. EPA’s ENERGY STAR®, will also be a prominent part of the event for 2009. Here you can examine firsthand the latest green / sustainable / environmentally friendly energy technologies now available for both new design and retrofit projects. Conference presentations will facilitate your understanding of these technologies, covering such topics as green building design and retrofit; LEED certification and building commissioning; high performance facilities; the latest developments in renewable energy; reducing carbon emissions; transportation solutions for the future; and green/sustainable project success stories. If you are interested in exhibiting in the Northeast Green showcase area of Globalcon 2009, Click Here.

Sponsorship by AEE assures a quality program…

Globalcon 2009 is presented by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) The Association’s more than 9,000 members include energy engineering and management professionals from throughout the U.S., as well as over 70 nations abroad. AEE is dedicated to providing industry information, conference and seminar programs, reference books, marketplace surveys, and professional certifications including Certified Energy Manager, Certified Building Commissioning Professional, Certified Energy Procurement Professional, Certified Sustainable Development Professional, Certified Carbon Reduction Manager, Certified Measurement & Verification Professional, and others.

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