by DWEA Site Admin | Feb 24, 2014 | News
Women of Wind Energy (WoWE) is accepting applications for fellowships to women college students, recent graduates, or women changing careers into the wind energy field to attend the annual American Wind Energy Association WINDPOWER conference where there will be tens of thousands of wind energy professionals in attendance. The fellowship honors wind industry pioneer Rudd Mayer.
The Rudd Mayer Memorial Fellowships support women to participate in WINDPOWER, attending seminars on current wind energy issues, viewing state-of-the-art technology, meeting women and men in the renewable energy field, and connecting with employers about potential internships or permanent positions.
WINDPOWER 2014 will be held from May 5-8 in Las Vegas, NV. The Fellowship covers the cost of travel to and from the WINDPOWER conference site, conference registration (and included meals), and lodging. Fellows will be announced on stage at the 10th annual WoWE luncheon.
The Fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis. Rudd Mayer Fellows are selected by the WoWE Board of Directors, based on:
- a demonstrated interest in renewable energy
- academic achievement
- work and volunteer experience
- potential for future contributions to the U.S. renewable energy community
- and financial need.
Click here to begin the 2014 Rudd Mayer Memorial Fellowship Application.
2014 applications are due by Friday FEBRUARY 28, 2014.
Materials must be submitted through the online application form above by 5PM EASTERN.
by DWEA Site Admin | Feb 5, 2014 | News, Resources
ACORE also released its Southeastern Region portion of Renewable Energy in the 50 States this week. Lesley Hunter, ACORE’s Research and Program Manager and lead author of the report notes “the Southeastern states have often been reluctant to create market signals attractive to renewable energy developers and investors –including appropriate incentives and government initiatives.” Yet, the report shows the region has tremendous potential. Click here to read more.
by DWEA Site Admin | Feb 5, 2014 | News
The Agricultural Act of 2014 is Rare Bipartisan Jobs Bill, Reforms Programs, Reduces Deficit by $23 Billion
Washington, DC – The U.S. Senate cleared a procedural hurdle today and voted to proceed to consideration of the 2014 Farm Bill, paving the way for a final vote on the measure tomorrow. Cloture was invoked with strong bipartisan support of 72-22. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, and Senator Thad Cochran (R-MS), the Committee’s Ranking Member, co-authored the bipartisan reform bill that ends direct payment subsidies, saves taxpayers $23 billion, and helps America’s agriculture economy continue to grow. The bill significantly increases support for fruits and vegetables and local food systems. It also protects critical food assistance for children, seniors and families while achieving savings in the program solely by addressing misuse. It is also the country’s largest investment in land and water conservation in years.
The Farm Bill is supported by hundreds of farm, healthy food, conservation and other organizations. Click here to see the list of supporters.
“This is not your father’s Farm Bill,” Stabenow said. “Tomorrow, the Senate can enact major reforms to farm programs, end outdated and unnecessary subsidies, and support the transition the American people are already making to a healthier food system. Congress has passed few major deficit reduction bills or major bipartisan jobs bills in recent years. Tomorrow, the Senate can reduce the deficit and help farmers, ranchers and business owners create jobs by passing the 2014 Farm Bill.”
“The Senate has an opportunity to end the uncertainty that has dogged farmers and consumers for years,” Cochran said. “I am grateful that the 2014 farm bill, with its many reforms and deficit reduction measures, is receiving bipartisan support from all regions of the country. This legislation was purposely written to ensure that agriculture policies work to strengthen the diversity of the American agriculture sector, to foster conservation and combat nutrition program abuses.”
For more information, and a summary of the Agricultural Act of 2014, please visit the Senate Agriculture Committee’s website at http://www.ag.senate.gov/issues/farm-bill.
by DWEA Site Admin | Jul 8, 2013 | News
Flagstaff, Ariz., July 8, 2013 – The Distributed Wind Energy Association (DWEA) today announced that it has entered into a formal partnership with the Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) that will enable the organizations to strengthen their representation of the small wind energy industry in Canada. The two associations will collaborate on building the small wind market nationally, identifying and targeting Canadian provinces in which to pursue supportive policy initiatives and managing a Canadian small wind caucus, among other activities.
Small or on-site wind is the use of typically smaller wind turbines at homes, farms, businesses, and public facilities to off-set all or a portion of on-site energy consumption.
“We are pleased to partner with CanWEA to ensure Canada fully realizes its abundant small wind energy potential and to build a collaborative foundation that will enable a cleaner, stronger energy future for both countries,” said DWEA Executive Director Jennifer Jenkins. “We look forward to interacting with many CanWEA members at CanWEA’s Annual Conference and Exhibition being held October 7-10, 2013, in Toronto where we will have a pavilion showcasing the small wind industry.”
By joining forces, CanWEA and DWEA will be able to more effectively secure and allocate resources to support the growing distributed wind energy market in Canada. As members of both DWEA and CanWEA, small wind companies will have even greater opportunity to take advantage of targeted publications, reports, policy initiatives and networking opportunities offered by both organizations.
“Canada is rapidly falling behind other countries in deploying small wind energy systems that can provide clean and renewable electricity for homeowners, businesses and remote communities,” said Robert Hornung, CanWEA President. “This CanWEA / DWEA partnership will bring a strong and united voice to advocacy efforts to create a stable and sustainable policy framework that can facilitate the rapid deployment of small wind energy systems in Canada.”
Support for the partnership came from small wind advocates such as Canadian-based Endurance Wind Power, a long-time and active member of DWEA.
“This is a momentous time for small wind in Canada. Endurance is pleased to be part of this new partnership extending DWEA’s reach in North America,” said Glenn Johnson, CEO of Endurance Windpower. “Expanding to serve the active Canadian wind market is the right step forward as we approach the next phase of industry growth and expansion.”
About the Distributed Wind Energy Association
The Distributed Wind Energy Association is a collaborative group comprised of manufacturers, distributors, project developers, dealers, installers, and advocates, whose primary mission is to promote and foster all aspects of the American distributed wind energy industry. Distributed wind, commonly referred to as small and community wind, is the use of typically smaller wind turbines at homes, farms, businesses, and public facilities to off-set all or a portion of on-site energy consumption. DWEA seeks to attract members and associates from all sectors with relevant interests pertaining to the distributed wind industry. For more information on DWEA, please go to www.distributedwind.org. Follow us on Twitter @DWEA, find us, like us and connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn by searching Distributed Wind Energy Association.
About the Canadian Wind Energy Association
CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy on behalf of its members. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its social, economic and environmental benefits. For more information on grassroots and community support for wind energy, visit www.friendsofwind.ca. To get the facts on wind energy and to join the conversation, visit www.windfacts.ca.
For information, please contact:
Lauren Glickman
Communications Manager
Distributed Wind Energy Association
504-258-7955
lglickman@distributedwind.org
Ulrike Kucera
Media Relations Officer
Canadian Wind Energy Association
Office: 613-234-8716 ext. 228
Mobile: 613-867-4433
ulrikekucera@canwea.ca
