AWRA, the premier multidisciplinary water resources professional society, is coming to Portland, OR, for its 48th Annual Water Resources Conference. The AWRA Annual Conference hosts a diverse group of water resources professionals who present their latest research and case studies, discuss current hot topics, and share new ideas. Conference attendance is usually between 400-500 people. Important Dates General Call for Abstracts (with accepted...

How valuable are forests--whether in the city, country, or wilderness-to the management of water resources? This is a hot topic and the AWRA Summer Specialty Conference on Healthy Forests=Healthy Waters will address the many issues associated with forest management for the protection of water supplies and aquatic communities. We are looking for oral and poster abstracts to be considered for presentation. Topics for the conference should addres...

An AWRA Summer Specialty Conference on Environmental Flows will be held in Hartford, Connecticut, on June 24-25, 2013. Environmental flows, also called ecological or instream flows, are defined as "the quantity, quality, and timing of water flows required to sustain freshwater ecosystems, human livelihoods, and the well-being of those who depend on them." The objective of the conference is to offer a professional forum on the latest issues con...

All the Major Players in the Wind Energy Industry Attend and Exhibit at WINDPOWER WINDPOWER® is the focal point for wind professionals to network with and learn from industry leaders and experts, and to discover the latest in industry products and services. All of your industry peers – and competitors – will be at WINDPOWER 2013; it’s where serious wind professionals convene to grow their companies, find solutions to thei...

This is the first strategic activity to focus exclusively on the Mentor-Protégé programs in federal contracting. This roundtable will bring together top government officials and seasoned government contractors for two days. The expressed purpose is to help attendees take advantage of the opportunities that the Mentor-Program has to offer. This is a time when government guidelines have become increasingly difficult to follow and c...

As the 21st Century unfolds, the agricultural community and water resource managers will confront an array of challenges. One of the greatest challenges of the past several decades has been addressing the impacts of agricultural production on nutrient loading to streams and rivers, and the resultant problems with freshwater and coastal eutrophication. AWRA provides leadership in the national dialogue on agriculture and water resources, both he...

Focusing on the Pacific Northwest, the AWEA Regional Wind Energy Summit – Northwest provides a comprehensive and timely analysis of current and near-term market conditions, opportunities and the latest on siting, transmission expansion and grid operations issues. This is a can’t-miss event whether you making investment decisions to enter this market, or are already involved in Western U.S. wind project development and need to learn...

To help small business owners make meaningful connections with government buyers and experienced contractors, American Express OPEN is hosting a free event in D.C. on Friday, June 15. The event, “Grow your Business through Government Contracting,” will be held at the Washington Marriott Wardman Parkfrom 8am to 4pm. Attending business owners will have access to: Insights from top government officials, including Ana Harvey from the S...

On June 13, 2012, TechAmerica Foundation will host its Tenth Annual Technology and Government Dinner at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington DC. The dinner continues to serve as the premier Washington, DC technology networking event bringing hundreds of tech industry, congressional, and government leaders together at one venue to celebrate the partnership between industry and government. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception and...

Business Opportunities and Networking for Small Disadvantaged, Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, Veteran and Service-Disabled-Owned, HUB Zone, and 8(a ) Certified Firms with Potential Teaming Partners and Clients. Representatives from government agencies will present informative sessions and provide an overview of procurement opportunities, agency forecasts, and how best to secure federal contracts. Also participate in one-on-one Matchmaking Sessio...