DW26: Charging Ahead
Early Bird tickets on sale now! Get a lower rate before December 31
Hotel room block already half sold out!
This year’s annual DW business conference will feature thought-provoking, motivational speakers and dedicated attendees focusing on energy security, prosperity, American jobs and domestic manufacturing, integrating with microgrids and storage, and how DW can play a growing role in utilities’ innovative efforts for resilience and widespread electrification.
DW26 will be held Mon-Weds February 23-25, 2026, again at the enjoyable Residence Inn Capital View hotel in Arlington, VA. DWEA’s Lobby Day teams will join forces with veteran industry advocates to “hike the Hill” that Weds promoting the full potential for American on-site power. For a steeply discounted hotel reservation, $169/night room rate. Almost 50% of the rooms have been snatched up, the rest will sell out quickly!
Session topics will include:
- Keynote Address
- DWEA Leadership Panel: State of the Industry
- Innovations in DW: Business Models, Technologies, Key Players
- Transformation into New Opportunities for DW
- Upcoming DW-to-Everything Projects: Scaling up with Microgrids & Hybrid Systems
- Introducing New Partners & Members: Lightning Round
- Utility Opportunities to Leverage DW for Resilience
- Charging Ahead: DWEA Federal Policy Agenda
- Updated Tax Provisions in OBBB: New Guidance on FEOC, Safe Harbor
- Case Studies of Distributed Wind Projects
- Expanding DW Markets
- REpowering Schools DW Student Project Intros
DWEA’s Annual Conference is the one time each year the distributed wind business sector is showcased to industry game-changers, influential policymakers, and clean energy visionaries. Join decision-makers shaping our energy while connecting with critical supply chain stakeholders and networking with national and international experts at the forefront of America’s on-site energy boom. with to speak, learn, and network. Presentations from DW25 can be viewed here.
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AgWind Advances
✅ Two new in-depth distributed wind case studies are published!
- Blom Hogs Wind Turbine, Pipestone, MN, Eocycle S-16
(summarized below) - Erickson Farms Wind Turbine, Funk, NE, Bergey Excel 15
See the other 30+ published case studies here
✅ Opt in to AgWind outreach: We encourage landowners to enter their site info for screening & engagement here
✅ Additional Resources:
- AgWind Tool – request login from: help@agwindenergy.org
- AgWind User Guide | Free Site Evaluation form
- Webinar Recordings:Access AgWind Assistance
- USDA State Energy Coordinators
- USDA REAP Program Information (closed during federal shutdown)
Join DWEA’s AgWind Team for our Monthly Open Office hours available from 11-Noon Pacific / 2-3 pm ET on the 3rd Friday of every month. Register for Nov/Dec here!
New AgWind Case Study: Blom Hogs Farm
The latest AgWind case study showcases how a Minnesota hog producer leveraged distributed wind to cut energy costs and strengthen farm resilience.
Installed in 2024, Blom Hogs’ 25 kW Eocycle S-16 turbine has delivered strong performance in its first year— producing 77.8 MWh with 99% availability and offsetting more than half the farm’s electricity use. Thanks to USDA REAP and federal ITC incentives, the project is on track for a seven-year payback and over $10,000 in annual energy savings.
This two-page case study dives into the farm’s cost breakdown, financial performance, and lessons learned— illustrating how policy support and reliable technology make distributed wind a smart investment for agriculture today.
Members, please submit more photos and other info for additional case studies through this form or to dwea@agwindenergy.org
State-Level DW Funding Opportunities
DWEA has compiled this list of state programs with potential funding for distributed wind and hybrid projects.
New York
- NYSERDA – Agriculture Energy Assistance
- NYSERDA – Becoming a FlexTech Consultant
Massachusetts
Minnesota
California
- CPUC – Self-Generation Incentive program (ends December 31, 2025)
- CEC – Distributed Resources for Innovative Vehicle Energization Strategies
- CEC – Coordinated Holistic Orchestration of Inverter-based Resources
USDA
Member News
DWEA Welcomes HSI Solar to Corporate 1 “Champion” Membership!
DWEA welcomes our newest member HSI Solar based in Indianapolis, Indiana. HSI Solar is a full-service onsite renewable energy developer with expertise in system design, project financing, incentives, construction, and operations.
With extensive experience across municipal, commercial, industrial, and agricultural industries, HSI Solar delivers renewable energy solutions that empower customers to unlock financial potential through state and federal incentives, energy savings, and efficiency improvements. HSI Solar’s mission is to inspire renewable energy adoption by creating solutions that generate exceptional financial value while advancing sustainability goals.
HSI is currently developing a 1 MW wind turbine project in Andrews, Indiana, and has other potential wind + solar projects pending.
Farewell to Pecos Wind Power
Farewell to Pecos Wind PowerPecos Wind Power, a Massachusetts-based distributed wind company, has recently closed down operations after years of innovative work advancing small-scale wind technology for rural and agricultural communities. Known for developing the PW85 turbine, Pecos Wind Power championed designs that enabled cost-effective, high-capacity wind energy even in areas with lower wind speeds, helping broaden market opportunities across the United States.
DWEA Members are encouraged to submit news about new products, services, and projects, including photos, to the DWEA newsletter editor at dweacomm@gmail.com
The deadline for our next Bimonthly Bulletin for January 2026 is Dec. 15, 2025.
To add employees or colleagues to DWEA’s distribution list, subscribe them here
DW in the News
DW Events Calendar
DWEA Member Meetings:
- Nov 12 & Dec 10: DW Case Studies Calls
- Nov 19: Executive Committee Meetings
- Mid-Nov: DW26 hotel reservations due before block sells out!
- Dec 2: Permitting and Zoning Work Group
- Dec 9: Midsize Committee Meeting
- Dec 12: State Workgroups Check-in
- 3rd Thurs Each Month: Service Providers and Federal Policy Updates Zooms
- Dec 31: Early Bird registration for DW26 ends
- Feb 23-25, 2026: DW26 Conference & Lobby Day, Arlington, VA. Buy your Early Bird Tickets and reserve your hotel room TODAY, the $169/night rate is already half sold out!
For Zoom links, calendar items, and to sign up for DWEA member work groups, contact heather@distributedwind.org