Join the American Wind Energy Association for refreshments and an open forum discussion on the future of wind energy development in Nebraska August 25 – 27, 2009.

• What opportunities for jobs and education will come as a result of this growing industry?
• What can local community leaders do to reach the 20 percent wind energy by 2030 vision?
• What role can landowners and local business professionals play in wind energy development?

The Current Status of Wind Development

The tour consists of four open forum presentations taking place in Scottsbluff, Broken Bow, Columbus, and Omaha.  Topics of the presentation will include: economic development, the 20 percent Wind Energy by 2030 vision, Nebraska and a national Renewable Electricity Standard, current wind farms in the state, manufacturing and construction opportunities, education avenues and more. 

For more information, visit the American Wind Energy Association Nebraska Tour web site or email the American Wind Energy Association.

Here are some details of each stop along the 2009 Nebraska Wind Energy Tour:

Scottsbluff

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009

10 am – 1 pm *Lunch & refreshments will be provided

Western Nebraska Community College

John Harms Advanced Technology Center

High/Low Bay Area, 2620 College Park

Broken Bow

Wednesday, August 26th, 2009

9 – 11:30 am *Breakfast & coffee will be provided

Huckleberry’s Hideout

Main reception room

625 South 10th Avenue

Columbus

Wednesday, August 26th, 2009

4 – 6:30 pm *Appetizers & refreshments will be provided

Central Community College (Columbus Campus)

West Education Room #205

Omaha

Thursday, August 27th, 2009

10 – 1:30 pm *Lunch & refreshments will be provided

Scott Conference Center, Center Room

6450 Pine Street

Located on the campus of the University of Nebraska – Omaha