PV America 2012 West features a conference program designed to provide attendees from all sectors involved with solar with tools and knowledge for the fast-changing photovoltaics industry.
With more than 30 concurrent educational sessions covering finance, markets, policy, technology, utilities, and cross-cutting issues; four instructional workshops, and four interactive Solar Idea Swaps, the program delivers a wide range of topics that address the key developments and policies that are driving industry growth.
Presented by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and the Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA), PV America West is a regional Solar Power International event showcasing exhibits from more than 150 companies, and is expected to draw more than 4,000 industry attendees. The show takes place March 19-21, 2012 at the San Jose Convention Center in San Jose, Calif.
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