Energy technology providers in the private and public sectors, investors, community implementers and policy makers from the US and emerging markets will meet for an Apr. 27 - 29, 2009 conference at Hotel Nikko in San Francisco.

This is the first time the world has seen this innovative approach to renewable energy implementation and is a must-attend for anyone active in these industries. The City of San Francisco is the official host of the conference.

"We are very proud to present this conference of unique proportions," said Richard A.F. Soyombo, Executive Director of Bay Area Center for International Trade Development, the coordinating agency.

"The Conference will expose CA/US companies to the various infrastructure development opportunities in the Emerging Markets. Advances in technologies around the world pertaining to renewable energy are developing rapidly, and it is important that these emerging markets gain momentum by accessing US companies' goods and services."

The scope of the conference is unique in that it will feature numerous renewable energy technologies including: wind, solar, hydro, geothermal, bio-fuels, hydrogen and more.

Additionally, it will provide policy makers from the emerging markets the opportunity to benefit and learn from the various market-enabling policies and incentives abundant in the US that can be replicated in their home countries.

The three day event is an exclusive opportunity for attendees to collaborate, network, and form partnerships to increase their role in sustaining the environment and economies worldwide, particularly between California, the United States and the emerging markets of Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean.

"This is a very important political step and we welcome this conference," states The Honorable Mauricio Cortes Costa, Consul General of Brazil in San Francisco. "The world needs to progress in finding alternative means to renewable energy."

Many of the emerging markets are ideal for and are currently playing a significant role in the development of renewable energy, primarily due to their natural resources. For example, the sun rises earlier and sets later in most of the emerging markets than in the US. Furthermore, there is a shortage of electricity in the emerging markets that could necessitate partnerships with CA companies for infrastructure development.

In Brazil, strengthening regulations for the use of natural gas will open doors for new advancements in technology, creating collaboration between market players and benefit consumers. The challenge is the exposure to both the technology and investment, which is the key focus of this conference.

"Participants from the Emerging Markets stand to gain a lot from this conference which is taking a different and positive approach to this important topic," explains His Excellency, Brigadier-General (Rtd) Oluwole Rotimi, Ambassador of Nigeria to the United States.

The primary objective of the conference is to connect the emerging markets with US companies' experience, policies, goods and services for implementing sustainable renewable energy environments in their countries.

All participants will be enlightened by the following information:

Business Development:

+ Partnership development with pre-qualified buyers/suppliers

Market Intelligence:

+ What works and what doesn't? Successes, challenges, and potential for solutions with implementation of renewable energy.

+ How to get it done! Familiarize participants with strategies for infrastructure development (e.g., large-scale off/grid installations): implementation of policy; financing utility-scale projects; current technologies, as well as other procedures. The program will include off-site visits to solar installations and/or manufacturers, wind farms, biofuels plants, etc.

The conference is being organized in conjunction with:

+ Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank)

+ Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)

+ US Commercial Service/US Department of Commerce

+ The Prometheus Institute

+ Jan Hamrin, Ph.D., CEO of HMV International Corp (former President, Center for Resource Solutions)

+ African Biofuel and Renewable Energy Fund

-SPACE STORY-- energy-tech slug1 120 22-DEC-49 GreenSmith Launches Intelligent Distributed Energy Storage System GreenSmith Launches Intelligent Distributed Energy Storage System california-power-grid-bg.jpg california-power-grid-sm.jpg By storing lower cost electricity at night and using it during the daytime peaks, the spot market purchasing of more expensive electricity to satisfy peak demand can be reduced. the missing link by Staff Writers Washington DC (SPX) Dec 15, 2008 GreenSmith Energy Management Systems has unveiled its proprietary battery unit which shifts electricity load from peak-to off-peak.

The storage system allows utilities to realize measurable reliability and cost benefits by recognizing immediate advantages of the peak versus off-peak arbitrage, ancillary services, efficient distributed energy generation capture such as solar or wind, and the reduction of electrical grid congestion during peak demand periods.

The GreenSmith DESS also actively manages the "green footprint" of energy sources corresponding to the load shape throughout the day.

"The electric power industry has been under increasing pressure from regulators and institutional investors to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions," said Bruce Edelston, Principal of the Energy Policy Group, an industry consultancy.

"Innovations like those from GreenSmith will drive more efficient use of existing generation plants, as well as encourage the use of renewable energy sources."

"Since the unit is controlled by the utility, the solution is transparent to the end user of electricity and does not require consumer behavior change," said Rodney Smith, CEO and Co-founder of GreenSmith.

"Our invention will enable utilities to optimize grid performance providing peak reduction and smart load management."

An innovative entry to the energy storage market, the GreenSmith DESS solution permits utilities and Regional Transmission Organizations (RTO) to load-shift across time and customers to more efficiently manage electricity demand, reduce costs, and increase energy distribution reliability.

By storing lower cost electricity at night and using it during the daytime peaks, the spot market purchasing of more expensive electricity to satisfy peak demand can be reduced.

The GreenSmith DESS base units are designed to shift up to 20 kWh of daily load using a proven proprietary battery management system operating for 3,000 to 4,000 cycles, equating to 8 to 11 years.

The unit is configured for sale to utilities and designed to provide centralized control in a manner complementary to existing or planned demand side management, AMI, and overall Smart Grid initiatives. These units may be installed outdoors with a small footprint, and operate with low maintenance over multiple years.

The summarized benefits include:

+ Flattens the Demand Curve through Peak-Load Shifting

+ Centrally Controlled by the Utility

+ Transparent to the End-User of Electricity and Does Not Require Consumer Behavior Change

+ Helps Reduce GHG Emissions through Enablement of Alternative Energy such as Solar and Wind Generation

+ Can be Installed Outdoors

+ Safe Battery Technology Proven in the Automotive Industry

+ Low Maintenance and Can be Operated for Years

GreenSmith was recognized by utilities and state regulatory commissioners at the recent NARUC annual conference held at The Sheraton Inn New Orleans, November 16th-19th. The company also sponsored the Presidents Reception as well as presented the GreenSmith DESS operating procedures and benefits throughout the exhibition.

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