sponsored by the Illinois Wind Working Group (IL WWG), will be held at the Interstate Center, 2301 W. Market Street, Bloomington, IL. All aspects of wind energy including small wind, community wind, and large wind farms will be covered during the conference.

The conference will include several plenary presentations and break-out tracks focused on the different aspects of wind development. Sessions will cover “how to’s”, policy recommendations, case studies, economic development, county zoning and siting and more. The conference brings to Illinois nationally recognized experts and local policymakers to discuss the means to encourage the growth of wind energy. The full agenda and registration is available at www.wind.ilstu.edu. Register by June 6 to get the “Early bird” discount registration fee of $40. The optional preconference sessions and tour have additional fees. Blocks of rooms have been reserved at various nearby hotels. Please note that hotel space is limited and reservations should be made as soon as possible to ensure room availability.