AWEA
1501 M Street NW, Ste. 1000
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-383-2500
www.awea.org

AMERICAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION (AWEA)

The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) is the national trade association for the U.S. wind industry – a global leader in wind installations. AWEA’s thousands of member companies include those in all segments of the industry: wind project developers, wind turbine manufacturers, component suppliers, service providers, electric utilities, construction companies, engineering firms, consultants, financial advisors, and others.

Mission:
The mission of the American Wind Energy Association is to promote wind power growth through advocacy, communication, and education.

Vision:
Wind energy works for America’s economy, environment, and energy security.

LEGISLATIVE EFFORTS & UPDATES:

AWEA staff work with Congress as well as with partners at the state and regional level to ensure that wind industry interests are addressed in legislation impacting the industry. Members of Congress and their staff come to AWEA for information on how legislative proposals would affect their constituents. AWEA supports policies to boost the deployment of wind energy, including extension of the Production Tax Credit (PTC), the establishment and maintaining of state Renewables Portfolio Standards (RPS), continuation of a strong federal research program, regulatory policies such as those in the area of transmission, and others.

EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION EFFORTS:

AWEA provides statistics and information on development in the domestic and international markets to industry interests, the general public, and the news media, serving as the industry authority and correcting misinformation that sometimes surfaces concerning the industry.

ANNUAL INDUSTRY CONFERENCE:

Every year, AWEA hosts the WINDPOWER® Conference & Exhibition, the largest wind energy conference and exhibition in North America. The conference provides presentations that highlight the latest industry trends, technology developments, and renewable energy policy developments. WINDPOWER also provides unmatched access to wind industry businesses and technology leaders.
 
WIND ENERGY PUBLICATIONS:

Industry documents, the latest economic studies, technology information, books, and other publications, including AWEA's annual industry report and quarterly reports are available on AWEA’s website as well as at the AWEA store.
 
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY:

A comprehensive listing of wind industry leaders, including wind turbine and equipment manufacturers, wind power developers, consultants, and others.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP:

Membership in AWEA is available to companies in any sector of the wind energy industry, and offers them the resources they need to grow and expand in the right direction. AWEA offers seven corporate membership levels based on U.S. wind business revenue, each designed for a specific company’s size and industry needs. An introductory, Associate membership and an Academic/Non-Profit membership are available as well.