Nominate for the 2011 Community Power Awards - Deadline Oct 16

Do you know someone who has made a difference in the Community Power sector this year?

OSEA wants to recognize the valuable contributions the people, organizations and businesses have made to furthering the growth of the sector. Awards will be handed out in November at the Community Power Conference 2011.

Nomination deadline is October 16th, 2011,
so suggest someone today!

OSEA invites nominations from its members for awards to be given to those who have made a significant contribution to the Community Power movement in the following categories:

• Aboriginal Community Power
• Urban Community Power
• Rural Community Power
• Community Power Leader
• International Community Power

Nominations can include, but are not limited to, individuals from the following groups:

• Business
• Community Leader
• Non-profit organization
• Educator
• Government Agency
• Individual community member

To recommend a recipient of the Community Power Awards fill out the CP Award Nomination Form.

Conference Early Bird Deadline Ends Oct 14

Register now and save more than 25%

Act Now! - Early bird rates end this Friday, October 14

Join the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association for its third annual conference to hear about and discuss Green Energy Ontario 2.0 and strategies for the sector as we navigate untraveled waters together.

Don’t miss the Power Networking Centre trade show, jointly hosted with the Association of Power Producers of Ontario, cocktail receptions and renewable energy tours, which provide ample opportunities to network and make new business connections.

And don’t forget to have a little fun! Join us, the industry’s sustainable energy champions and Ontario’s top chefs at the Steam Whistle Brewery as we throw the sector’s best and most exclusive social event, the Green Connection on Monday, November 14th. For details and registration visit:
thegreenconnection.ca

Tickets: $75/day (early bird) $95/day (regular)

Registration link: http://go.ontario-sea.org/register4cp2011

Preparing Wind And Solar Generators For Centralized Forecasting

IESO Centralized Forecasting Webinar
If you own or operate a wind or solar facility, with an installed capacity of five megawatts (MW) or greater, you will soon be required to register with the Independent Electricity System Operator’s (IESO) new Centralized Forecasting Service. The IESO will hold a webinar on October 20, 2011 at 2:00pm to help wind and solar generators learn about the service, and better understand its technical requirements. Centralized Forecasting will increase the availability and accuracy of energy forecasts from renewable resources and is essential for maintaining system reliability and market efficiency. If you own, operate, or plan to build a wind or solar facility with an installed capacity of 5 MW or greater, please contact stakeholder.engagement@ieso.ca to register for this important webinar.

For further information on the Renewable Integration Initiative, or to review and comment on the new Centralized Forecasting requirement documents, please visit:
http://www.ieso.ca/imoweb/consult/consult_se91.asp

Please send your comments by October 19, 2011.

Durham Strategic Energy Alliance 4th Annual Energy Conference

SmartFutures: Connecting Energy, Technology & Communities
Ajax Convention Centre, November 2-3, 2011

The Durham Strategic Energy Alliance is proud to introduce our 4th Annual Energy Conference; SmartFutures: Connecting Energy, Technology & Communities.

A successful energy ecosystem must consist of a truly integrated network of systems and capabilities. This year’s conference will focus on the collaboration and intersection of three key segments of the smart energy market – energy, including renewable energy, energy storage and natural gas; technology or enabling applications, including integration and reliability issues; and communities; including case studies of community adoption of smart energy practices.

Building on the success of our 2010 conference, SmartFutures 2011 brings together professionals from various industries and disciplines. Topics covered will provide local examples of smart energy applications and projects underway; best practices from leading jurisdictions on the adoption of various technologies and discussions around the relationships and collaborative efforts that have enabled energy ecosystem successes around the world. This unique combination of experience, relationships and market focus make SmartFutures 2011 the perfect venue for established leaders and new market entrants alike to learn, communicate, and network on the brink of the smart energy future.

For information regarding the conference please click here.

We are pleased to offer OSEA Members a special rate. Save $50 on both the Early Bird and Regular Conference Pass, contact Nicole Risse at nicole@ontario-sea.org for your discount code.

Once you receive your Discount Code click for Registration.

Upcoming Events

OSEA/CanSIA presents Solar Drinks October

When: TONIGHT!
Wednesday October 12, 2011, Toronto,
5:30 - 9:30 pm

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CanBio Annual National Conference and TradeShow

When: October 12-13, 2011, Toronto

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OSEA FIT Webinar Series: Renewable Energy Approvals 101 for Developers - How to Prepare Your Application and Eliminate Potential Rework

When: Thursday, October 13, 2011, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Free event - Register Now

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OSEA's Community Power Roadmap to Success Workshop Series

When: Throughout Ontario, October 19, 20, 26, 27, Nov 1, 8, 9 and more t.b.a.

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ZooShare Open House

When: Wednesday, October 19, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Toronto

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IESO Centralized Forecasting Webinar

When: Thursday, October 20th, 2011, 2:00pm

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OSEA FIT Webinar Series: Ontario’s Smart Grid

When: Thursday, October 25, 10:00 - 11:30 am

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The Green Connection 2011

When: Monday, November 14, 2011, Toronto, 6:30 - 10:00 pm

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3rd Annual Community Power Conference 2011

When: November 14-15, 2011, Toronto

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