American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) sponsors Veterans Advanced Energy Week, August 10 - 13

American Wind Week is August 9 - 15. Learn more at www.awea.org/americanwindweek #AmericanWindWeek #VetsEnergyWeek

The American Wind Energy Association, AWEA (www.awea.org) joins Veterans Advanced Energy Week as a sponsor in support of veterans and military spouses working to strengthen US national security through careers in the advanced energy industry.

The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) is the national trade association for the U.S. wind industry. With thousands of wind industry members and wind policy advocates, AWEA promotes wind energy as a clean source of electricity for American consumers.

Veterans Advanced Energy Week coincides with American Wind Week, an annual celebration of ways wind energy is powering a future fueled by clean, reliable, affordable electricity and contributing to a strong 21st century economy. American Wind Week is a time to showcase and thank the wind energy workforce and recognize the nearly unmatched investment wind is bringing to rural communities across the country. Now in its fourth year, American Wind Week 2020 will take place August 9 – August 15 and highlight all the ways "Wind Builds the Future." Learn more at www.awea.org/americanwindweek.

Learn more about AWEA and veteran workforce development here.

Veterans Advanced Energy Week is scheduled August 10-13, 2020. Participants will gain insights into the technology, policy, and economic trends that are driving the global energy transition from senior leaders and experts across industry, academia, and government. Opportunities will also be provided to help participants develop networks with other veterans, supporters, and potential employers through company introductions, a resume database, and job board postings.

The Veterans Advanced Energy Project is designed to drive US leadership in advanced energy by recruiting, equipping, and empowering military veterans who understand the importance of the evolving energy landscape to our future security and prosperity. The Veterans Advanced Energy Project is a managed by the Global Energy Center within the Atlantic Council, a nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit. www.AtlanticCouncil.org