Solar POWER-GEN Conference & Exhibition provides a dynamic platform for information exchange, networking and new business development, all set in one of North America’s most progressive large-scale solar energy markets – California.  Featuring a multi-track conference program and concurrent exhibition, Solar POWER-GEN brings together the industry’s most forward-thinking professionals to discuss, plan and engage in the future of solar power.

Join more than 550 attendees from 22 countries and see how three days can make a difference in your approach to the challenges associated with the advancement of large-scale solar energy.  With opportunities to learn from leading industry specialists, plus manufacturers and suppliers on the forefront of the ever-changing market, you'll walk away with the ideas, insights and solutions to enhance how you do your job.

WHO ATTENDS SOLAR POWER-GEN?

• Power Generating Utilities, Independent Power Producers, Municipal Utilities and
  Cooperatives

• Manufacturers and Suppliers

• Local, State and Federal Government Representatives & Policymakers

• Investors and Financiers

• Engineering Firms

• Energy Advisory and Planning Agencies

• Installers and Integrators

• Large Energy Users

• Manufacturers of Renewable Energy Systems

• Consultants in Renewable Energy

• Architects and Construction Representatives

 
Plan to join us February 13-15 in San Diego for an event not to missed!

CALL FOR PAPERS

Abstract submittal deadline:  June 22, 2012

Submit your ideas here

Solar POWER-GEN Conference and Exhibition provides a dynamic and engaging forum dedicated to large-scale solar power.  Focused on advancing the future of the solar power market, Solar POWER-GEN delves into the specifics of developing, supporting, and growing large-scale solar power in America.

Learn more about solar policy, markets, finance & technology while sharing your insights into the expanding role of solar power across North America.  Abstracts are now being submitted for the 2013 conference program.

WHY BECOME A SOLAR POWER-GEN SPEAKER?

• Widespread recognition from industry peers
• Opportunities to share your knowledge and ideas
• Valuable new information and solutions from other presenters
• Profitable networking opportunities with top industry professionals to grow your
  business or enhance your profession

Topics of interest to the Solar POWER-GEN conference audience include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Market trends and barriers
• Project development and financing
• Solar Technologies
• Renewable portfolio standards
• Green power programs
• Green power marketing
• Renewable financing
• Federal, state and local incentive programs
• Renewable energy credits and certificates
• Interconnection and integration issues
• Permitting opportunities and challenges
• National security implications
• International opportunities and challenges
• End-use applications
  • Utility
  • Commercial and industrial
  • Residential
  • Distributed generation

Become a Solar POWER-GEN exhibitor today and display your products and services to hundreds of decision makers with the power to purchase.  Held alongside a comprehensive, multi-track conference program led by industry specialists from around the country, Solar POWER-GEN brings together the industry’s leading decision makers for face-to-face networking with manufacturers, suppliers and service providers.

WHO SHOULD EXHIBIT:

• PV Cells and Module Manufacturers

• Concentrating Solar Power (CSP), Photovoltaics (PV) and Concentrating PV (CPV)
  Developers

• Balance of Systems (BOS) Equipment Suppliers and Consultants

• Finance Providers & Investment Institutions

• EPC Contractors

• Distributors/Integrators/Installers of Solar Power Equipment

• Interconnection Companies

• Component Suppliers

• Project Developers & Operators

• Law Firms

• Operations, Maintenance & Repair Companies

• Construction & Rigging Companies

• Renewable Energy-related Associations

• Insurance Companies

• Consulting Companies

• Others Interested in Large-scale Solar Power

To book exhibit space, contact:

Tracy Thompson
Western US & Canada
P: 918.832.9390
F: 918.831.9875
tthompson@pennwell.com

Dick Rauner
Central & Eastern US
P: 918.832.9249
F: 918. 831.9875
dickr@pennwell.com

Linda Fransson
International
P: +46 (0) 317.999.023
lindaf@pennwell.com

Solar POWER-GEN's conference program enables you to see solar power in action, focusing on how local government and utilities can embrace solar energy and how technology improvements can ease the transition. Host to Solar POWER-GEN in 2013, the state of California provides an ideal backdrop to discuss how to increase solar power installed capacity and how to move it further into the mainstream of the energy mix.

General topics to be discussed at Solar POWER-GEN include:

• Market trends and barriers
• Project development and financing
• Solar Technologies
• Renewable portfolio standards
• Green power programs
• Green power marketing
• Renewable financing
• Federal, state and local incentive programs
• Renewable energy credits and certificates
• Interconnection and integration issues
• Permitting opportunities and challenges
• National security implications
• International opportunities and challenges
• End-use applications
  • Utility
  • Commercial and industrial
  • Residential
  • Distributed generation
  
  
  

To contribute to the 2013 Solar POWER-GEN Conference program, submit your ideas and insights by June 22, 2012 for consideration.  Guidelines and submission information can be found here.

Download the 2012 Post Show Report

Attendee Statistics

• Over 550 attendees from 22 countries
• 90% of attendees stated they intend to do business with multiple exhibitors
• 88% of attendees stated the quality of exhibitors met or exceeded their expectations
• 88% of attendees arranged to do business on the exhibit floor
• 70% of attendees make or recommend the final decision on purchasing

 Exhibitor Statistics

• 100% of exhibitors stated they generated or expect to generate sales leads as a result of exhibiting
• 67% of exhibitors plan to participate in next year’s Solar POWER-GEN
• 67% of exhibitors stated that the overall success and satisfaction of the event met or exceeded their expectations
• 67% of exhibitors stated that their primary reason for exhibiting at Solar POWER-GEN is to establish new business contacts