Putting Wind to Work in a Changing Climate

7th Annual Land-based Wind Workshop
Event Date(s): 4/17/2009 - Friday - 8:00 AM
Duration: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (including optional sessions)
Location: Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS Conference Center 22 Mid-Tech Drive, W. Yarmouth
Description: In this period of changing economic and environmental conditions, greater attention is being placed on the role renewable energy technologies can play in tackling climate change and contributing to sustainable economic growth. Investments in wind power stand to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, dependence on fossil fuels and energy costs, as well as create more jobs in the green industry. This workshop will deliver information on new developments at the federal, state, regional and local levels related to wind power use. High interest topics such as permitting, financing, accessing grant resources, net metering regulations, and the Green Communities Act will be addressed, among others. Case studies of successful community land-based wind projects will highlight lessons learned, financing options used, and how potential barriers were overcome. This workshop will be relevant to all communities exploring wind power.
Cost: No charge
Audience: Municipal officials, conservation commissioners, DPW representatives, federal and state agency staff, energy committee members, town planners, engineers, consultants, farmers/cranberry growers.
CoSponsors: Waquoit Bay Research Reserve, Cape & Islands Self Reliance Corp., Cape and Islands Renewable Energy Collaborative, MA Dept. of Conservation and Recreation, Citizens for the Protection of Waquoit Bay
Contact Info: Tonna-Marie Rogers, 508-457-0495 x 110 or Megan Amsler, 508-563-6633
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