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Renewable Energy 101

Pre-Conference Workshop: Renewable Energy 101

Are you new to the renewable energy industry, or do you have new employees that would benefit from our Renewable Energy 101 Session? Get a valuable baseline education from renewable energy experts before launching into the conference.

This pre-conference workshop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Center for Resource Solutions, is designed to provide background and information resources essential for maximizing attendees' experience of the conference. Expert speakers will provide a general overview of green power and a brief history on the development of a market for clean, renewable energy. Attendees will receive a detailed introduction to the key industry issues, players and products that affect the progress of green power, as well as insight on past, present and future market indicators.

101 Topics include:

• Important Renewable Energy Definitions and the Basics of the Electric Grid
• Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) 101: Tracking, Regulation, Resources
• Green Market Trends: RECs, Competitive Electricity, and Utility Green Pricing Programs
• State of the Renewable Energy Marketplace: Politics, Players, Policies and Progress
• Purchasers and Claims

Utility representatives, renewable energy providers, environmental advocates, and businesses interested in green power should attend to gain information to prepare them on a range of important topics. This workshop is perfect for newcomers to the industry that want to learn more about renewable energy markets.

The 101 workshop will precede the opening plenary session of the Renewable Energy Markets 2011, and the registration fee is $50. If you are interested in attending this workshop, be sure to reserve your place by registering.

Space is limited, so please register early!