AWEA - American Wind Energy Association

WINDPOWER has a number of networking events that provide a great way to spend quality time with staff, colleagues, and industry peers.  Additional details on these events will be posted to the Special Events section of the website.

WINDPOWER 2012 Golf Open (Saturday, June 2)

Produced in partnership with Suzlon Wind Energy Corporation, the annual WINDPOWER 2012 Golf Open benefits the Wind Energy Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to raising public awareness of wind as a clean, domestic energy source through communication, research, and education.  The WINDPOWER 2012 Golf Open is also a wonderful opportunity to mix business with pleasure and network with fellow WINDPOWER participants.  Stay tuned for more information to be posted soon!

Industry Essentials (Sunday, June 3, 1:00 - 4:00 pm)

Industry Essentials can be added to any registration for $150 - $250 (depending on membership status and registration date).  New this year, Exhibitor Booth Personnel Passes receive 1 free Industry Essentials program for FREE!

New for this year, the Industry Essentials programs offer focused learning opportunities prior to the regular three-day WINDPOWER Conference educational sessions.  Each Industry Essentials program has an online and onsite component so attendees can get a well-rounded and timely education and networking opportunity.  Click here for more information on the 6 critical subjects covered in the Industry Essentials program.

Opening Reception (Sunday, June 3, 4:00 - 7:00 pm)

One (1) ticket is included in the Main Conference and Booth Personnel Passes, other tickets can be purchased a la carte through the registration system for $99 a person.

This year, to enable earlier contact between attendees and exhibitors, the WINDPOWER Opening Reception will take place in the convention center, among the exhibition booths.  Get a jump start on the show by taking advantage of this dedicated time to interact with hundreds of exhibitors, learn about their products and services, re-connect with existing colleagues and network with new contacts. 

Exhibit Hall Happy Hour (Monday, June 4, 4:30 - 6:00 pm)

After a busy day of conference sessions, networking, and visiting hundreds of exhibit booths, enjoy a beverage during the Exhibit Hall Happy Hour.  Use this informal networking opportunity to plan out your evening's activities.

Extended Hours for Exhibitor Booth Receptions (Monday, June 4, 6:00 - 8:00 pm)

New for this year, exhibitors will have the option of hosting receptions in their booths following the traditional closing time of the exhibit hall on Monday until 8:00 pm.  This extended time allows attendees to network with specific exhibitors in a more relaxed atmosphere, without the hustle and bustle of an open exhibit hall.  More information will be posted closer to the conference.

WINDPOWER After Hours (Monday, June 4, 6:00 pm)

Join us for this brand new networking event following the close of the first official conference day!  Get to know downtown Atlanta by visiting more than a dozen local venues where you can enjoy discounted food and beverages, listen to some great local musicians, all while catching up with your colleagues or forming relationships with new clients or partners.  WINDPOWER After Hours is included in all attendees and exhibitors registration passes.  More information will be posted closer to the conference.

Poster Presentations & Reception (Tuesday, June 5, 4:30 - 6:00 pm)

Don't miss an opportunity to interact with industry experts and discuss their research studies, problem-solving efforts, and innovative programs, all featured during the poster presentations.  This year the poster presentations will be part of the exhibition area and have been expanded to provide even more value to all participants.  Visit the posters throughout WINDPOWER and drop into the popular Poster Reception to meet the poster authors directly.

AWEA Conference Dinner (Tuesday, June 5, 6:30 pm)

Individual open-seating tickets are available for $150 each, or a reserved corporate table (10 tickets) can be purchased for $1,995 through registration.

This exclusive dining and networking event has an exciting new home this year - at the fascinating Georgia Aquarium!  Join us at the world's largest aquarium featuring more animals than any other in more than ten million gallons of water.  Participants who purchase a Conference Dinner ticket will enjoy private access to the many exhibits during the networking reception, followed by dinner in the Oceans Ballroom with two aquatic observation windows featuring beluga whales.  This fabulous venue only accentuates the excellent networking opportunities.  This event is typically SOLD OUT prior to the conference so don't miss out, purchase your tickets early!