Other Clean Tech Events


The State of Business in Maine
Sponsored by: the Association for Consulting Expertise (A.C.E.)
Date: January 20, 2012
Time: 7:30-9:30 AM
Location: Portland Country Club, Falmouth
Cost: $22 members, $28 for non-members.  Event includes breakfast and is followed by round-table discussion on Developing Your Niche, hosted by Denise Martin of Good for You coaching.
FMI and to register: www.consultingexpertise.com or call (800) 464-5043 or email programs@consultexperise.com

China Revisited: Economic Overview and Key Trade Resources
Sponsored By: Maine International Trade Center and TD Bank, as part of the Central Maine Program Series.
Date: January 25, 2012
Cost: $35 MITC members, $45 non-members
Location: The Inn at Brunswick Station, 4 Noble Street, Brunswick
FMI and to register, click here.  

Importance of Increasing Interest & Competency in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Education for Maine Students (Part of the Leadership Unplugged Series)
Hosted by: Maine Development Foundation
Date: February 9, 2012
Time: 7:30-9:00 AM
Location: Daggett Lounge, Thorne Hall, Bowdoin College, Brunswick
FMI and to register, click here. Or contact Cheryl Miller at 626-3116 or by email, cmiller@mdf.org 
 
Leading Clean Energy Ventures Certificate Program
Sponsored by The New England Clean Energy Council (NECEC) and Boston University
Date: February 15 - May 16, 2012
The New England Clean Energy Council and Boston University are accepting applications for the Leading Clean Energy Ventures certificate program until January 16th, 2012. 
FMI and to register, click here.
 
The Importance of Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Part of the Leadership Unplugged Series)
Hosted by: Maine Development Foundation
Date: March 14, 2012
Time: 7:30-9:00 AM
Location: Colby College, Waterville
FMI and to register, click here. Or contact Cheryl Miller at 626-3116 or by email, cmiller@mdf.org 
 
Federal Economic Development Forum: Building Tomorrow's Economic Foundation: Innovation l Infrastructure l Investment l International
Hosted by:  International Economic Development Council
Date: March 18-20, 2012
Location: Washington, DC Metro Area
FMI and to register, click here

Cleantech Prototyping Academy

When: February 11, 2012

Where: 337 Summer St, Boston

Cost: $25

BICEP, the Boston Institute for Clean Energy Prototyping, is pleased to announce the first ever Cleantech Prototyping Academy. The Academy presents a unique opportunity for a small group of technologists to explore ways to limit risk and save time and money in the prototyping process, specifically within the context of clean energy startup companies. The Academy is specifically designed for technologists, engineers, and managers who are actively engaged in developing a clean energy product and interested in limiting cost, time, and risk in the prototyping process.  Students and recent graduates of technical degree programs like engineering are especially encouraged to attend. More info


ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit 2012

When: February 27th-29th

Where: Washington, DC

ARPA-E will hold its annual Energy Innovation Summit from February 27 - 29, 2012 at the Gaylord Convention Center just outside Washington, D.C. Bill Gates, founder and chairman of Microsoft; Fred Smith, chairman, president and CEO of FedEx; and Lee Scott, former CEO of Wal-Mart; will join Secretary Chu and Director Majumdar as distinguished keynote speakers.

Cleantech Forum San Francisco 2012

When: March 26th-28th

Where: San Francisco

NECEC Members will receive a discount once registration is open. For more information contact Walter Frick: wfrick@cleanenergycouncil.org. The 2012 Cleantech Forum San Francisco will mark the 10th anniversary of Cleantech Forums, the annual gathering of the global clean technology innovation community. The theme this year is "The Power of Global Partnerships," an exploration of how strategic relationships are playing an ever more important role in the future of clean technology.

American Wind Energy Assn WINDPOWER Conference and Exhibition

When: June 3rd-6th 2012

Where: Atlanta, GA

The American Wind Energy Association's annual WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition is recognized as one of the world's premier wind energy trade shows, bringing together attendees and exhibitors from every aspect of the industry. WINDPOWER combines education, exhibition, and networking creating a perfect venue for business development. Thousands of wind industry professionals, experts, leaders, decision makers, and researchers participate in WINDPOWER each year, making it THE opportunity to meet new client prospects, represent your company, and learn the business of wind. For many companies, the business that happens at WINDPOWER makes or breaks their entire year, so why not get your piece of the business?

GLOBE 2012: 12th Biennial Conference and Trade Fair on Business and the Environment

When: March 14th-16th, 2012

Where: Vancouver, BC

Cost: $995; NECEC Members can contact Walter Frick (wfrick@cleanenergycouncil.org) to receive the Group Rate ($850) and for discounts on exhibiting.

GLOBE 2012 will be the 12th event in one of the world's largest and longest-running series dedicated to the business of the environment. Every two years, the world gathers in Vancouver for three days of thought-leading sessions presented by world-renowned sustainability experts, for the opportunity to see leading-edge environmental innovations, and to participate in unparalleled global networking opportunities.