Gigawatt Sponsors

Iowa Energy Center

http://www.energy.iastate.edu The Iowa Energy Center supports projects that help Iowans understand how they can make their homes more comfortable and affordable to own. It invests in initiatives that help Iowa industries and businesses run efficiently so they can be more productive and profitable. The Iowa Energy Center also helps Iowa communities strengthen their local economies and make their environments healthier.

Iowa Office of Energy Independence

http://www.energy.iowa.gov The Office of Energy Independence (OEI) sets the strategic direction for Iowa's clean energy future by identifying goals to achieve desired results. The office will align state government efforts for achieving energy independence through partnerships with business and industry, community leaders, government and public agencies, and other stakeholders. The activities of the OEI in the first year of operation will be focused on implementation of the Energy Independence Plan, and continuing to collect baseline data and complete projections that will inform planning and activities of OEI and the Power Fund.

Megawatt Sponsors

Alliant Energy, Second Nature Program

http://www.alliantenergy.com (800) ALLIANT. Second Nature, Alliant Energy’s voluntary green pricing program allows the company’s electric customers to support electricity generated from renewable resources located within Alliant Energy’s service territory. This clean, renewable energy, currently supported by more than 14,000 participants, displaces energy otherwise generated from fossil fuel sources. Second Nature is certified Green-e, which is the nation’s leading certification and verification program for renewable energy from the Center for Resource Solutions.

Cedar Falls Utilities

http://www.cfu.net Betty Zeman. bzeman@cfunet.net, (319) 268-5349. Visit Cedar Falls Utilities booth for practical and effective ways to save electricity and natural gas in your home or business.

Center for Energy and Environmental Education

http://www.uni.edu/ceee (319) 273-2573. The CEEE mission is to empower Iowans with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration needed to create a more sustainable future for their communities. Programs provided in Energy & Environmental Issues, Local/Regional Food Systems, Sustainable Hometown Initiatives, Energy & Environmental Education, Services to Businesses and Governments.

Frontier Natural Products Co-op

http://www.frontiercoop.com Frontier—along with its Aura Cacia and Simply Organic brands—holds a leadership position not only in the natural products marketplace, but also in converting growers around the world to sustainable farming and production practices. For over 30 years, Frontier has offered high quality, competitively priced products that are both earth-friendly and socially responsible.

Waverly Light & Power

Waverly Light and Power, a municipal utility, serves almost 5,000 customers. Our vision, planning for tomorrow while providing for today™, outlines our dedication to serving the Waverly community. We were the first electric utility in the Midwest to own and operate wind generation. Our goal, producing 20% of our energy with renewable sources by 2020, is well underway. We are committed to helping customers adopt energy efficient usage behaviors and to date, 85% have participated in our energy efficiency programs. Learn more: http://www.wlp.waverlyia.com

Kilowatt Sponsors

Anemometry Specialists

http://www.anemometry.com Rob Hach. robhach@anemometry.com, (712) 200-2281. The first step in wind farm project development! Anemometry Specialists has over 28 years of combined experience constructing and maintaining wind test towers.

Cedar Falls Tourism & Visitors Bureau

http://www.cedarfallstourism.org (319) 268-4266; (800) 845-1955. Visit Cedar Falls and live a little! Stop by the Cedar Falls Tourism & Visitors Bureau just off Exit 224 from Highway 20 on your way into town. Find information on where to stay, getting to the Expo, restaurants, other attractions, and more.

EcoEnergy LLC

http://www.ecoenergyllc.com Janet Vrtol. jvrtol@ecoenergyllc.com, (888) 826-1538. EcoEnergy LLC is an alternative energy company. We provide economical, reliable, and environmentally sound energy solutions that meet unique needs and benefit the communities in which we operate.

Watt Sponsors

Bioneers

http://www.gotoplanb.net/bioneersconference Rich Dana. (319) 530-6051. Join us as a group of leading social and scientific innovators, artists, and writers come together to present model solutions and build community. Plan now to attend our conference on Oct. 31, Nov. 1 & 2, 2008.

Florida Power & Light

FPL is pioneering efforts to develop renewable and alternative energy sources for customers. In particular, we engage in interconnection and net metering of customer renewable interconnection; rebates and incentives programs aimed at reducing energy demand for residential and business customers; and other research and development programs.

GoSolar

Dennis Pottratz. gosolar@oneota.net, (563) 382-3242. GoSolar owner, Dennis Pottratz, has been designing, selling and installing wind and solar electric systems for over 10 years. He specializes in small to medium off- grid and grid-tie systems.

IBERDROLA Renewable Energies USA

Kirk Kraft. kkraft@iberdrolausa.com. IBERDROLA is actively expanding U.S. wind generation with more than 19,000 megawatts of new wind power development. Ranked among the most sustainable companies in the world, IBERDROLA's leadership is unrivaled in the energy industry, regarded "best in class" by the Carbon Disclosure Project, and also listed among the top three companies for outstanding management of greenhouse gas emissions.

iDEZiN digital workgroup

http://www.idezin.com. iDEZiN has worked in the business of graphic design and interactive multimedia for over twenty years, creating award-winning design solutions for corporations and small businesses, individuals and agencies. Their strategic partnerships are successful and long lasting. On-time and under budget on every project, iDEZiN specializes in making their clients and partners look great with creative development and hands-on design.

Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities

http://www.iamu.org Robert Haug. bhaug@iamu.org, (515) 289-1999. IAMU represents more than 550 municipal electric, gas, water and telecommunications utilities in Iowa.

Natural Solutions

http://www.naturalsolutions-skylights.com Michael Miller. mike@naturalsolutions-skylights.com, (319) 277-7842. Stop by to see all that we offer: Residential and commercial daylighting systems by SolaTube, Solar PV systems 1 KW and up, solar hot water systems by Solargenix and Wind generators 2KW and up.

Radish Magazine

http://www.radishmagazine.com (309) 757-8380. Radish is a guide to improving your health and life through the natural foods, products, resources and services of western Illinois and eastern Iowa. Visit our table to pick up a copy and talk about healthy and sustainable living.

RJ Construction

http://www.rjconstructionmarion.net RJ Jordan. rjconstruction@netins.net, (319) 373-9672. Promoting alternative energy systems including solar PV panels. We have information pertaining to brands, KW Creation, installation of PV panels, and cost estimates for your home or business. Visit our electric truck converted from gas for lots more information.

Shuttleworth & Ingersoll

http://www.shuttleworthlaw.com (319) 365-9461. Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C. is a full-service, multi-specialty law firm based in Cedar Rapids, with clients throughout the United States. To learn more about Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, consult our website.

The Solar Consultants

Jeff Benz. solarbtu@gmail.com, (515) 266-8883. Solar Consultants will display a variety of hydronic heating products featuring solar hot water, radiant floor heating and high efficiency boilers.

Amp Sponsors

Energy Doctor of Iowa

http://www.energydoctorinc.com Troy Essink. troy@energydoctorinc.com, (515) 963-9681. Energy Doctor offers Energy Guard Space Blankets and 20-watt solar-powered attic ventilating fans. Visit our booth to see what we offer.

Green Building Supply

http://www.greenbuildingsupply.com. (800) 405-0222. One of the nations premier sources of non-toxic, sustainable, certified building materials. Finishes; plasters; bamboo, cork, & natural linoleum flooring; recycled glass tile; wool & recycled carpeting; bamboo plywood; cotton insulation; dual-flush toilets; waterless heaters; air purification; bamboo, paperstone, & recycled glass countertop; bamboo furniture; and much more. Open 9:00 - 5:00 pm CST, weekdays. 9:30 - 1:00 pm, Saturdays.

Green Earth Distributions

dwjwcrawley@aol.com, Jeri Crawley. 407-443-6154. Green Switch, a system to eliminate vampire electricity in commercial buildings and residential properties.

Iowa Farmers Union

http://www.iafu.org info@iowafarmersunion.org, (800) 775-5227. Stop by our booth to get information on policies and programs of our sustainable agriculture non-profit organization.

Iowa Global Warming

http://www.iowaglobalwarming.org Andrew Snow. asnow@iowaglobalwarming.org, (515) 244-1944 X209. The Iowa Global Warming Campaign, a broad, bi-partisan group of organizations, seeks your help to dramatically raise awareness of this issue in the Iowa Presidential caucuses. Our vision is for presidential candidates, both Democrats and Republicans, to discuss publicly, frequently and specifically how they will address global warming, and pledge that they make that plan a top priority.

Midwest Energy Savers, Inc

http://www.midwestenergysavers.net Stacey Long. tsm8938@aol.com, (319) 541-2350. Solar Blanket Radiant Barrier is unlike mass insulation which only slows down heat transfer. RB reflects heat. We guarantee 15% savings in your energy bills the first year.

Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA)

http://www.the-mrea.org Amy Heart, info@the-mrea.org; MREA promotes renewable energy, energy efficiency and sustainable living through education and demonstration. The MREA conducts workshops and trainings throughout the year and hosts the annual Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair, the nation’s largest and longest-running energy education event of its kind!

MIR Valley Associates, L.C. – Independent Shaklee Distributor

http://www.shaklee.net/ecomir Janet Coester, Consultant. ecoliving@mirvalley.com, (319) 330-8307. Shaklee, the first climate neutral company! In 2008 Shaklee received the Stevie Award for their leadership in environmental responsibility. Feel great about purchasing your nutritional supplements, personal care, cleaning products, and more from a truly green company.

Northern Sun Merchandising

http://www.northernsun.com Scott Cramer. scott@northernsun,com, (612) 729-2001. We sell social-environmental messages which are often humorous, but rarely dull. Our merchandise includes T-shirts, buttons, stickers, and more. We are now in our 29th year.

RDG Planning & Design

http://www.rdgusa.com Kevin Nordmeyer, knordmeyer@rdgusa.com; Michael Andresen, mandresen@rdgusa.com, (515) 288-3141. RDG is a multi-discipline design firm specializing in sustainable design of all types and are the leaders in energy efficient design in Iowa.

US Bank