Record Growth Potential for Solar Energy Fuels Interest in Solar Power International 2010

LOS ANGELES –– Registration has opened for Solar Power International 2010, the largest business-to-business solar conference and expo in North America. Presented by Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) and Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Solar Power International 2010 takes place October 12 – 14 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. As the premier U.S. event for the global solar energy market, the 2009 show broke all previous records and conference organizers expect the event to reflect the continued growth of the global solar energy market.

James Carville and Mary Matalin to headline North America’s largest B2B solar event; 27,000 attendees, 1,000+ solar energy exhibitors from 90 countries expected

This year’s agenda features dynamic keynotes, including an address by James Carville and Mary Matalin, the highly anticipated annual CEO Panel, and more than 35 breakout sessions covering the latest developments in policy, finance, markets and technology. The exhibit floor encompasses the complete range of solar energy technologies: photovoltaics, concentrating photovoltaics, concentrating solar power (also referred to as solar thermal electric), solar water heating, and space heating and cooling. Networking opportunities abound in the bustling exhibit hall, opening reception and ever-popular Solar Block Party, this year at LA Live. Unlike other solar conferences and expos in the U.S. – typically presented by for-profit entities – the proceeds from Solar Power International are reinvested by non-profit organizers SEPA and SEIA back into policy, research and education activities that support accelerated growth of the U.S. solar market.

“The U.S. solar industry weathered the broad economic challenges of 2009, growing revenue by 36 percent, expanding utility-scale capacity by 37 percent, and attracting $1.4 billion in venture capital in 2009,” said Rhone Resch, SEIA president and CEO. “Solar is now poised for record growth in 2010 and beyond. Professionals who want to take advantage of this escalating growth will once again find Solar Power International to be the critical connection point in North America for expanding their business. By learning how to navigate the ever-changing U.S. policy landscape and connecting with key leaders in the industry, attendees will gain new customers and revenue possibilities.”

Solar Power International offers unparalleled opportunities to grow business and network with industry leaders. The show is a must-attend event for solar industry professionals, utility executives, investors, technical experts and policymakers, as it offers the ideal environment to build cooperative relationships with the most professional, knowledgeable product and service providers in the solar energy business. To make it simple to navigate the 1,000+ exhibitors in multiple halls, the trade show floor is organized by solar product category.

“As the only event that brings together the entire solar industry for face-to-face meetings and networking events, Solar Power International, now in its 7th year, has gained the kind of traction that makes it an essential part of doing business in the U.S. solar market,” said Julia Hamm, executive director of SEPA. “Industry veterans and newcomers alike meet face-to-face to jointly strengthen the industry’s position and create new business opportunities for the U.S. solar energy market.”

Solar Power International is focused on business-to-business interaction, however the conference again presents the popular “Public Night,” a free opening of the expo floor to local residents on Wednesday evening, Oct. 13, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 pm. At previous shows, Solar Power International’s Public Night has been an attractive draw for members of the public excited to learn about and implement the latest solar technology.

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