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2011 Conference Sponsorship Guide
2011 Sponsorship Commitment Form
2011 Program Advertising Guide

Conference Sponsorship Program
and Opportunities
In November 2011, Renewable Energy Markets will once again bring together the nation's leading renewable energy providers, electric utilities, government agencies, industry consultants and environmental advocates in San Francisco, CA. With the world's spotlight shining brightly on renewable and alternative energy, this year's conference promises to be our largest since its launch in 1996, attracting renowned speakers and attendees from across North America.

Center for Resource Solutions is proud to present this leadership event and is pleased to offer multiple sponsorship opportunities for your company or organization to promote and communicate directly to: leading stakeholders in the renewable energy marketing community, policymakers, wholesale & retail power marketers, electric utilities, renewable energy project developers, equipment manufacturers, government agencies, consulting firms, and vanguard nonprofit organizations.

Advertise in the Conference Program
Get your ad in front of hundreds of renewable energy industry leaders. The deadline to receive program ad materials is Tuesday, September 27, 2011, so please contact Jeff Swenerton at jeff@resource-solutions.org or call 415-561-2100. Download the 2011 Program Advertising Guide for more information.

TERAWATT SPONSOR - $30,000
(Limited Number Available)

• Receive outstanding special recognition as a premier Terawatt Sponsor
• Company logo listed on all major conference publications and promotional materials
• Terawatt logo position on the conference main hall banner and other key event signage
• Prominently highlighted inside the conference program; Logo on the back cover in Terawatt position
• One full-page of free ad space inside the printed program
• Distinguished logo position on the conference website with a link to your organization's homepage
• Opportunity to actively participate in the conference program planning committee
• Seat at the conference opening plenary panel
• One conference exhibitor space in a prime location (a $3,000 value)
• Four complimentary conference registrations

GIGAWATT SPONSOR - $20,000

• Receive special recognition as a leading Gigawatt Sponsor
• Logo listed on all major conference publications, promotional materials, banners and key signage
• Highlighted inside the conference program; Logo on the back cover in Gigawatt position
• One-half page of free ad space inside the program
• Gigawatt level logo position on conference website including a link to your organization's homepage
• One conference exhibitor space (a $3,000 value)
• Three complimentary conference registrations

MEGAWATT SPONSOR - $10,000

• Receive special recognition as a key Megawatt Sponsor
• Logo listed on all major conference publications, promotional materials, select banners and signage
• Highlighted inside the conference program; Logo on the back cover in Megawatt position
• One-quarter page of free ad space inside the program
• Megawatt level logo position on conference website including a link to your organization's homepage
• One conference exhibitor space (a $3,000 value)
• Two complimentary conference registrations

KILOWATT SPONSOR: $5,000 or In-Kind Support
Sponsors interested in becoming Kilowatt Sponsors can support the conference by way of direct funds or valuable in-kind support including but not limited to: food/beverage, graphic design, printing, hosting a conference Cyber Café and other information technology opportunities. This is a wonderful way to promote your green-powered business and dedication to environmental sustainability.

Direct fund sponsors will be provided:

• Special recognition; logo listed on the back cover of the conference program
• Logo listed on the conference website with a link to your organization homepage
• Opportunity to purchase limited ad space inside the printed program
• Two complimentary conference registrations

Sponsors who support with in-kind goods and/or services will be provided:

• Special recognition; logo listed on the back cover of the conference program
• Logo listed on the conference website with a link to your organization homepage
• Opportunity to purchase limited ad space inside the printed program
• Complimentary conference registration commensurate with sponsorship value

SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORS
Select to directly sponsor one or more of the special events on the conference agenda and have your organization will be appreciably recognized with:

• Prominently displayed placards and other select signage and promotional opportunities at the event
• Logo displayed as a special event sponsor on the back cover of the conference program
• Opportunity to purchase limited ad space inside the printed program
• Logo listed on the conference website with a link to your organization homepage
• Complimentary conference registration commensurate with the value of sponsorship

2011 Special Events currently available for sponsorship:

Major Events

• Off-site tour or side event 1 (tbd)
• Off-site tour or side event 2 (tbd)

• Wednesday Breakfast
• Thursday Breakfast
• Friday Breakfast
• Wednesday Lunch
• Thursday Lunch
• Snacks and beverages for networking breaks

Feel free to suggest other compelling ways for your organization to play a role in the conference by sponsoring interesting experiences for conference participants in and around San Francisco.

2011 CONFERENCE EXHIBITOR
For more information on becoming a conference exhibitor, please see Become an Exhibitor.

SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION
Qualifying renewable energy trade associations, nonprofit organizations, and other entities can be designated a Supporting Organization through an exchange of promotional services and/or volunteer services. A Supporting Organization agrees to assist or promote the conference to its membership or constituency in exchange for:

• Recognition at the conference
• Organization highlighted in the conference program
• One complimentary conference registration

MEDIA PARTNER
Work with CRS to promote and advertise the conference and we will provide special recognition and cross promotional opportunities. Please call or email Jeff Swenerton for more details. See Media Contacts for more information.

Sponsorship Contact Information

For more information about our sponsorship opportunities or to register as a sponsor, exhibitor, or partner, please contact:

Beatriz Gómez
415-561-2103
rem [at] resource-solutions [dot] org