Advocates for sustainable energy and industry professionals will have an opportunity to attend a Sustainable Energy 2012 workshop, co-hosted by the Gulf Coast Energy Network and Energy Services of Pensacola and sponsored by National Energy USA on July 27, at New World Landing, in Pensacola.

The workshop will comprise technical presentations by leading industry experts from all sectors and participants will take part in an exchange of innovative ideas, leading edge concepts, new technologies, ongoing research and demonstration projects and policy updates that will shape the future of sustainable energy.

“Sustainable Energy 2012 provides a unique opportunity for collaboration and networking with other industry peers in the public, private, and academic sectors with an interest in energy and sustainability,” says Dave Robau, the executive director of Gulf Coast Energy Network.

Participants will have the opportunity to broaden and update their knowledge in workshops that feature discussions of the latest advancements and technologies to generate and distribute power to meet the demands of the nation; advanced transportation, alternative fuels and bioenergy; and an economic outlook on the construction industry and the latest advancements in building technologies and construction methods.

The exhibitor showcase area will feature the latest developments in energy technologies, resource-efficient products and service providers, highlighting a number of leading companies with expertise in more than 14 areas of energy and sustainability.

“Sustainable Energy 2012 sponsorship is an excellent way for company owners to showcase their organization and establish contacts with their industry peers. It is a powerful way to communicate your message to the attendees,” explains Anna Covington, communications coordinator of Gulf Coast Energy Network.

Participation is expected by energy managers, researchers, engineers, scientists, facility auditors, HERS (Home Energy Rating System) raters, architects, consultants, builders, developers, policy makers, elected officials, home and business owners, finance providers, venture capitalists and investors, the general public and students in related disciplines.

Location: 600 S. Palafox St. Early registration (online) discounted before July 6 at GulfCoastEnergyNetwork.org. Exhibitors call Anna Covington at 850-855-9850, email [email protected] or visit GulfCoastEnergyNetwork.org.