The law firm of Husch Blackwell Sanders LLP advises clients in the development, construction, financing and acquisition of traditional and renewable energy projects throughout the United States. To date, the firm has represented wind and solar developers in over 1,500 megawatts under development; biofuel developers in 1 billion gallons in annual production; and various biomass and landfill gas facilities in over 1 million MMBtu of production. Contact Alan C. Anderson at 816.983.8191, or .
TradeWind Energy, LLC was founded in 2001 and is a leading developer of wind energy in Kansas and the Midwest with a wind project pipeline of over 10,000 MWs. The team members have over 100 years of combined experience with power project technologies, including wind, gas, coal, hydro, and biomass.
Gold Sponsors
Iberdrola Renewables, Inc. is the world leader in wind energy development with more than 10,000 MW of renewable energy projects operating in 12 different countries. Iberdrola engages in all stages of wind projects from development to construction and through operations.
ITC Great Plains, a subsidiary of ITC, was established to address a recognized need for significant investment in the transmission infrastructure in the Great Plains region. ITC seeks to build a more robust electric transmission system so electric customers will have access to reliable, affordable power.
Polsinelli Shughart PC attorneys have extensive knowledge of renewable energy development, energy industries and public utility services, with significant experience in wind and renewable energy, oil and gas, regulatory and governmental affairs. Contact Frank A. Caro Jr. at (913) 234-7409, or .
Shermco Industries is the market leader for uptower and in-factory maintenance, repair and remanufacturing of wind turbine electrical machinery and balance-of plant power distribution systems, engineering services for power systems and training for safety, NERC/FERC reliability compliance and equipment maintenance.
Silver Sponsors
AMI is dedicated to supporting the development of innovative and cost effective clean technologies. AMI offers assistance with renewable wind energy, renewable biomass energy and environmental technologies and sustainable products. For more information, go to: www.amisuccess.com
Black Hills Energy serves 108,600 natural gas customers in 57 Kansas communities and provides technical services to municipalities, business and industry state-wide. Black Hills Energy is part of Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH). Learn more at blackhillscorp.com and blackhillsenergy.com.
BP Wind Energy is a leading wind developer in the U.S. with a portfolio that includes the opportunity to develop almost 100 projects. We have over 1,000 MW in commercial operation and more than 1,000 MW in an advanced stage of development.
BTI WIND ENERGY, headquartered in Greensburg Kansas, is the Master Distributor of Endurance Wind Turbines for the US and Canada. We carry a complete suite of turbines designed to fulfill the needs of small to large residential and small to medium sized commercial/agricultural customers.
Founded in 1898, Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company's multidiscipline staff of more than 3,000 includes engineers, architects, construction professionals, planners, estimators, economists, technicians and scientists, representing virtually all design disciplines. Burns & McDonnell plans, designs, permits, constructs and manages facilities all over the world with one mission in mind — to make our clients successful.
Diamond Solar Solutions promotes strategies that provide sustainable alternatives and renewable energy products for building applications by identifying opportunities and leading in the response of mitigating climate change through innovative technologies that rely on clean energy.
Ecology and Environment Inc. is a leading environmental consultant specializing in renewable energy development, including wind, solar, hydroelectric, geothermal, and ocean/tidal energy. With 25 offices across the U.S., E&E offers local presence via several Midwest locations, including Overland Park, Kansas.
The Energy Savings Store is a full service Solar and Wind Solutions Company, located in Lenexa, KS. We design, provide, install and maintain solar and wind systems for both residential and commercial customers throughout the Midwest.
Fraser Stryker is a Nebraska-based full service law firm headquartered in Omaha. Fraser Stryker counsels developers, vendors and landowners in the financing, site acquisition, construction, and regulatory representation for renewable energy projects. Please visit us at www.FraserStryker.com.
Looking for a trusted advisor for all things related to renewable energy? Turn to GBA, a full-service firm providing turn-key projects including engineering, architecture, and construction. Our experience includes wind turbines, photovoltaic systems, LEED certification, and building energy audits.
Horizon Wind Energy LLC ("Horizon") develops, constructs, owns and operates wind farms throughout North America. Based in Houston, Texas, with a Development Office in Kansas, Horizon has developed more than 3,300 megawatts (MW) and operates over 2,300 MW of wind farms.
juwi a leading wind developer, is devoted to providing clean energy. juwi offices have been located in Lawrence, KS since 2002. With the support of our Germany parent company, we bring over 12 years of wind energy expertise.
The Registered Apprenticeship Program is a system of employee training combining on-the-job learning with related technical instruction designed around your company's industry and specific hiring needs. Your skilled workforce serves as "mentor" to apprentices—a valuable retention tool. For more information, visit KansasApprenticeship.org or call (785) 296-4161.
Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace & Bauer, L.L.P. is a regional firm with offices in Wichita and Overland Park (Kansas City), Kansas. Formed in Wichita in 1951 by Robert Martin and the late Kenneth Pringle, the firm has always had a strong practice in products liability law and oil and gas law. From that foundation, the firm has grown to more than 35 lawyers with expertise in a wide range of litigation and transactional practices.
Midwest Energy is a customer-owned natural gas and electric cooperative. Its nationally recognized How$mart® program provides funds for cost-effective energy improvements. A 49 MW purchase power agreement with the Smoky Hills Wind Farm equals 16% of Midwest Energy's peak load.
Sequoia Energy's community focused approach, with a commitment to developing smart, integrated renewable projects, has attracted some of the industry's top investors. Sequoia is currently involved in projects throughout North America and is looking for additional development opportunities.
Siemens Energy is the world's leading supplier of a complete spectrum of products, services and solutions for the generation, transmission and distribution of power and for the extraction, conversion and transport of oil and gas.
Terracon provides geotechnical, environmental, construction materials, and facilities consulting engineering services delivered with reliability, responsiveness, convenience, and innovation from more than 100 offices nationwide. We work with owners, developers, and general contractors to maintain continuity and quality throughout all stages of a wind or renewable energy project.
Tetra Tech is the first truly full-service wind energy environmental, engineering, and construction firm in the country. Tetra Tech is the number one provider of front end services to the U.S. wind industry. We also have extensive experience in wind construction.
Trane offers a comprehensive approach that focuses on providing high performance learning environment improvements to enhance student achievement, attendance, health, and safety by while reducing energy and operational costs which are used to finance the project and guarantee results.
Westar Energy is the largest electric energy provider in Kansas. It takes a team of talented professionals to deliver reliable power to more than 681,000 customers. Our relationship with our customers -- as individuals and as a community -- is vital to our success. As the energy needs of the state grow, we are looking for sensible ways to help Kansas increase its use of renewable energy resources.
Western's Energy Services Program helps our utility customers plan a greener, more efficient future through greater energy-efficiency, renewable energy, new technologies and industry best practices. Services include an equipment loan program, technical assistance and on-line and printed publications.
Westwood provides land acquisition, aerial photography, surveying, engineering, environmental and cultural resource studies, permitting, and GIS mapping for wind, solar and transmission projects. Westwood has aided the planning and development of over 10,000 MW of wind power projects nationwide.
At Wind Capital Group, we build wind farms with a project strategy that places serious focus on community involvement and developing relationships to guide a project toward success. Our wind energy development team uses their combined experience and ingenuity to "bring wind energy home."
Wind Energy Services Company is dedicated to service and support of wind turbine composites, including Blades, Nacelles and Spinners. Our services include repair, inspections, preventive maintenance, tower cleaning, and blade demolition. Located in Independence, Kansas, Sweetwater, Texas, and Worthington, Minnesota, WES provides its composite services across the country.
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