Industry chalks up big announcements in second quarter of 2016

Washington, D.C., July 26, 2016 - The following event is open to coverage by accredited journalists for news media outlets:

What: The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) will release the latest wind energy market data during a press webinar next week. Wind power continues to expand and its more popular than ever. Speakers will address major project announcements during the second quarter and the impact of policy stability, while highlighting broad bi-partisan support for growing wind power.

Who: Jim Reilly, Senior Vice President, Federal Legislative Affairs, AWEA

Jack Thirolf, Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs, Enel Green Power North America, Inc.

John Hensley, Manager, Industry Data & Analysis, AWEA

Hannah Hunt, Senior Analyst, Industry Data & Analysis, AWEA

When: TUESDAY, July 26, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET

Where/RSVP: Online webinar, credentialed journalists can click here to register for the webinar and to receive dial-in information. If you have any questions, contact Evan Vaughan, Media Relations Coordinator, evaughan@awea.org, 202-431-4640.

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AWEA is the national trade association of the U.S. wind energy industry, with over 900 member companies, including global leaders in wind power and energy development, wind turbine manufacturing, component and service suppliers, and the Western Hemispheres largest wind power trade show, the AWEA WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition, which takes place next in Anaheim, California, May 22-26, 2017. AWEA is the voice of wind energy in the U.S., promoting renewable energy to power a cleaner, stronger America. Look up information on wind energy at the AWEA website. Find insight on industry issues at AWEA's blog Into the Wind. Join AWEA on Facebook. Follow AWEA on Twitter.