[NMSEA-news] NMSEA News, Events & Announcements
News from New Mexico Solar Energy Association
nmsea-news at nmsea.org
Fri Feb 20 13:21:32 MST 2009
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Hi Solar Enthusiasts!*
*Here are the latest events, workshops, and announcements.*
See the NMSEA Event Calendar for a complete list of events:
http://www.nmsea.org/Events/Event_Calendar.php.
If you have questions or comments, please contact us! We value your input!
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*FEBRUARY 24: ALBUQUERQUE CHAPTER MEETING, REI
6:30 PM. REI Recreational Equipment store, I-25 and Montano, 1500
Mercantile NE.
Free and open to the public.*
*Meeting Topic: "Energy management for Homeowners"* by Jeffrey Granger
of Granger Technologies, Inc.
Jeffrey Granger will speak on energy management for the home, energy
audits, and becoming your own energy manager. Jeffrey will present a
brief overview of home construction, energy use, heat loss/gain, and
what homeowners can do to save energy. Jeffrey began conducting
residential energy audits in 1978, and currently trains auditors in
Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and California.
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*FEBRUARY 25: BRAD LANCASTER ON RAINWATER HARVESTING, ABQ
6:30 PM. Albuquerque Academy in the Performing Arts Building
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This lecture is free to the public, but seating is limited so come
early. Not to be missed! An amazing speaker, Brad Lancaster is also the
author of "Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond" Volume 1 and 2.
Brad is entertaining, informative and inspirational.
The lecture will be held in Gardenhire Hall, which is most easily
accessed by entering AA off Wyoming through the Burlison Gate. From
there, turn right and head to the south parking lot. Enter Gardenhire
Hall by going up the steps into Brown Hall (on the left side).
Check out Brad's website for details about his books and philosophy:
http://www.harvestingrainwater.com/
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*FEBRUARY 25: U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL SALON SERIES, ABQ**
*The USGBC NM Chapter is holding a series of programs called "Salons,"
to discuss topics on green building issues, materials and LEED
strategies. Each topic will host an invited "expert." The role of the
expert is to bring technical information to guide the talk and offer
high level content. After a brief presentation, a round table format
(self introduction in a circle, group discussion) will begin.
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*Topic: Green Jobs in New Mexico -- What Can the Future Hold?*
This Salon will Discuss:
* *Definitions of green jobs and how they apply to NM
*What "green jobs" training programs there are in NM
*The statewide Green Jobs Initiative underway
*Comments and notes from the "Good Jobs, Green Jobs"
*Conference in Washington DC Feb 4 -- 7, 2009
*U.S. Green Building Council New Mexico Chapter
*With Hosted Speaker: *
Sandra McCardell, Green Jobs Coordinator for Regional Development
Corporation
*For more information on all the USGBC NM Chapter's Events, visit:
www.usgbcnm.org <http://www.usgbcnm.org>
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FEBRUARY 23 -APRIL 5: "BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE" *
*SUSTAINABLE HOME DESIGN ONLINE COURSE ***
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Building for the Future Online will focus on the principles behind
designing and building residential structures that achieve optimal
year-round comfort, reduce energy consumption, improve indoor air
quality, and limit environmental impact. The emphasis is on integrated
design using a whole-building approach, applying building science and
integrating green design strategies into the built environment. Also
covered will be the synergistic relationship between climate-sensitive
design and natural building materials. The online sessions include more
case studies of successful sustainable homes, the /Building with
Awareness/ DVD, the book /Your Green Home/, industry related hand-outs
and a wealth of internet resource links. Students can also earn college
credit for all online courses through Madison Area Technical College.
*Time Requirements: *You can work on the Building for the Future Online
course at ANYTIME, but you will generally need between 8-15 hrs/week to
complete assignments/quizzes and participate in online discussions. This
is an average/estimate and will vary based on user's computer/internet
connection and previous experience/understanding of the subject matter.
/The Consortium for Education in Renewable Energy Technologies (CERET)
offers certificates in Renewable Energy to provide students with the
theoretical knowledge necessary to begin a career in energy management
and renewable energy technology. Certificates are granted through
Madison Area Technical College (MATC). SEI's online courses qualify for
college credits through MATC and towards a Renewable Energy Certificate.
/*Register online or call:* 970-963-8855 www.solarenergy.org
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FEBRUARY 25-27: PV EXPO 2009, TOKYO, JAPAN*
2nd International Photovoltaic Power Generation Expo, West Halls, Tokyo
Big Sight, Japan.
Devices, materials, evaluation, testing, manufacturing, cells/modules,
systems integration
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*For more info, see: www.pvexpo.jp/en/con/ *
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FEBRUARY 26: IREC TELEPHONE SEMINAR -- RECESSION & THE SOLAR MARKET*
This seminar is presented by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council
with funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Solar America
Initiative.2pm EDT (noon MDT).
During this 1 hour and 15 minute conference call, Mark Crowdis and
Travis Bradford will explore the future of solar markets during the
current economic downturn. These industry experts will offer insight
into the effect of the credit crunch on financing opportunities for
renewables, outline the status of federal tax credits, and highlight the
role of federal and state governments in keeping the renewable sector
afloat.
Please join us for this timely and informative discussion. Several days
before the seminar you will receive dial in instructions and the
presentation file to follow during the seminar.
There is no cost to participate in the seminar. Register at
http://recession.eventbrite.com/
(You will receive dial in instructions and the presentation file to
follow during the seminar.)
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*FEBRUARY 27: ALBQUERQUE GREEN DRINKS
**O'NIELL'S PUB* Party/Banquet Room, 4310 Central Ave SE @ Washington in East Nob Hill, Albuquerque
5:30-7:30pm
This year we will have fewer, but more organized events. The causal atmosphere of Green Drinks for networking and mingling will still remain, but each (free)
event will feature a theme, a presenter and/or a sponsor.
The Emerging Green Builders are hosting the night with a theme on green collar jobs, environmental justice and the green economy in New Mexico.
Experts working on these issues will be in attendance with information on policy updates, ways for you to get involved and more!
Thanks to EGB's sponsor for the evening, Daylighting Solutions!
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*FEBRUARY 28, MARCH 1: CONSERVATION & XERISCAPE EXPO, ABQ*
Lujan Bldg, Expo-NM (State Fair Grounds)
The entire event and classes on water conservation and xeriscape are
free and open to the public. Over 7000 attendees expected, over 250
exhibit spaces and seminars all day both days. NMSEA will have a table
there.
* We need volunteers for set up all day, Friday Feb 27! *
The event is indoors, although there may be some displays in the patio
area (weather permitting). If you can help any time, call the office or
reply to mailto:dleeclean at yahoo.com.
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*MARCH 7-8: GENERATION 2000 ECO FIESTA, EL PASO*
Generation 2000 is a two day event that encourages children and parents
to work together in over 100 specialty events, booths, games and
interactive displays that are aimed at entertaining and educating
children of all ages.
As in the past, Generation 2000 will still have Mini Golf, Giant
Bubbles, Science Area, Clowns, Mural Painting, Giant Sand Tables,
Beading Area, and more fun stuff for the whole family. Pazos will also
be on hand with several interactive games and rides such as the Rock
Wall Climb, Belly Bouncers, Jump House, and lots more.
*Location:* El Paso Convention Center
*Admission:* Adults $6, Children $4 (Ticket prices are subject to change)
*Phone:* 915.880.5777
*For further information, visit: **http://www.generation2000.net/main.html *
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*MARCH 10-12: RENEWABLE ENERGY CONFERENCE & EXPO, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA*
North American World Conference and Expo, Rio All-Suite Hotel and
Casino, Las Vegas, NV.
Organized by Pennwell and Renewable Energy World, this event connects
5,000 renewable energy power professionals with 300 exhibitors for three
days of networking, new business negotiation and the exchange of
important ideas and information impacting the renewable energy industry
today.
The Geothermal Energy Association has put together panels for the
geothermal conference and will also have a booth on the Expo floor.
*For more information including links to register as an attendee or
exhibitors, please visit http://rewna09.events.pennnet.com/fl//index.cfm
<http://rewna09.events.pennnet.com/fl/index.cfm>*
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*MARCH 12: SUSTAINABLE LAS VEGAS MEETING
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The next meeting of Sustainable Las Vegas Lee Einer will give a talk
entitled "Welcoming water back to your land."
*As usual, we will meet at Digital Arts Photography Studio at 428-A
Grand Avenue, (second floor).*
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*MARCH 25-27: SOLAR FINANCE & INVESTMENT SUMMIT, SAN DIEGO*
This Summit focuses on solar power company financing. It brings together
solar companies, venture capitalists, private equity, investment
bankers, lenders and other financial players to explore the
opportunities for solar companies to fund their growth, research and
development, and construction of projects. It will explore such
developments as going public and mergers and acquisitions.
The portion of the Summit brings together leading utility scale and
commercial/industrial/government project developers, investors, lenders,
solar technology companies and other key industry players to share their
perspectives on the latest innovations and developments in the solar
power project finance and investment market and discuss what it takes to
profit from the increasing flow of solar project deals. These market
players will provide the latest intelligence on the current market
environment for putting together solar power project deals and discuss
what they are looking for when they get involved in deals, what future
opportunities exist for partners and investors and how to successfully
get deals done in 2009 and beyond.
*See
http://www.infocastinc.com/index.php/conference/solar09/registration for
details.*
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*VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO SUPPORT NMSEA!!!
*Are you looking to get involved and spread the word about
sustainability, solar and renewable energies?
Do you want to bake cookies in the sun and share the magic of a solar
fountain?
We could use your help!
If you would like to volunteer with NMSEA and help spread the word about
sustainability and renewable energy we are happy to have you. This is
the time of year when events start to line up and we are looking for
folks across the state.
Earth Day is right around the corner and springtime is our busiest
season. With chapters and events all around the state we need you!
Technical or in depth knowledge is not necessary. Enthusiasm and a
willingness to talk with the public is all that's needed. We are also
looking for a small group of people to be on an events committee to help
evaluate invitations, keep track of accepted offers and volunteers, and
monitor equipment and demos for different events.
Please contact Deena Klein at dleeclean at yahoo.com
<mailto:dleeclean at yahoo.com> for more information, and type "VOLUNTEER
FOR NMSEA" in the subject line.
Tell Deena what part of the state you live, and she will get you hooked
up with the right people!
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*THE THIRSTY EAR FESTIVAL **HAS MOVED TO A NEW DATE - JUNE 12-14! *
After 9 years of Labor Day weekend festivities just south of Santa Fe,
we're moving the date to mid-June for much milder weather.
This makes Thirsty Ear the FIRST major festival of the summer season
rather than the last.
Folk music, blues, Cajun, zydeco, roots rock, bluegrass & alt-country
artists on multiple stages. Camping, kids' activities, arts & crafts,
educational demonstrations, zydeco & Cajun dance lessons. Solar &
sustainable energy exhibits. Local food, microbrews & wine.
Lineup, tickets and schedule will be announced in coming weeks. See you
in June!
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*NEW MEXICO** LEGISLATIVE SESSION*
If you can attend sessions of the New Mexico Legislature now in session,
please report to the NMSEA office with any news and alerts that affect
solar and renewable energy. Sessions are held at the New Mexico State
Capitol (the Roundhouse), which is located at the corner of Old Santa Fe
Trail and Paseo de Peralta in Santa Fe.
*Some Key Dates:*
*February 19 *- Deadline for introduction of legislation
*March 21* - Session ends (noon)
*April 10* - Legislation not acted upon by governor is pocket vetoed
*June 19 *- Effective date of legislation not carrying an emergency
clause or other specified date
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NM WIRED GREEN TECHNOLOGY JOB FAIR- RESERVE A BOOTH!
"Workforce of the Future" will feature industries targeted by the NM
WIRED Project, including advanced manufacturing, aviation, green
building construction, microelectronics, optics, and renewable energy.
Reserve your booth now for the April 16 fair, 3:00 -- 6:00 PM at the UNM
Continuing Ed Center, 1634 University NE.
*Booths are free, but space is limited, so please contact Ingrid Baker
at ingrid.e.baker at LMCO.com <mailto:ingrid.e.baker at LMCO.com>
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NATIONAL CALL TO ACTION!
In a letter to the American Institute of Architects recently, Santa Fe
architect Ed Mazria issued a personal plea for phone calls, FAXs,
letters, and personal visits to our representatives in Washington, DC,
for a "Two-Year, Nine-Million-Jobs Investment Plan" for the building
sector. Many architects are attending the Grassroots Leadership and
Legislative Conference in DC to hand-deliver this plan, which requests
funding from the left-over TARP money.
*Download the plan at
http://www.architecture2030.org/downloads/2030stimulusplan.pdf.*
...and SEIA:
The Solar Energy Industries Association is also asking support for
legislation that would allow cash refunds in lieu of tax credits when
owners have no tax liability. There is also action underway to grant tax
credits to American manufacturers of renewable energy systems.
*See www.seia.org for more news and action alerts.*
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*NEW MEXICO SOLAR ENERGY ASSOCIATION*
1009 Bradbury Dr. SE, # 35, Albuquerque, NM 87106
505-246-0400, 888-886-6765, Fax: 505-246-2251
*info at nmsea.org <mailto:info at nmsea.org> www.nmsea.org
<http://www.nmsea.org/>*
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