September Newsletter 2017    
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News from Energy Florida
Energy Florida and partners highlight disaster recovery resources for small businesses and manufacturers damaged by Hurricane Irma, Harvey and Maria. Full details on how to apply for a special low or no-interest loan if you are a business owner that has suffered damage during Hurricane Irma or other recent storms, and links to support resources available here ( EF's Disaster Relief Newsletter ) and here ( FloridaMakes' Hurricane Relief ). Application date, amounts and much more. See here .
New International consulting agreement with Innovatiespotter, of The Netherlands. Energy Florida has partnered with a Dutch data analytics firm from the city of Groningen. EF and Innovatiespotter will assist each other and clients in finding innovative companies and assist them with vetted connections and collaboration opportunities.  Learn more about Innovatiespotter here.
Energy Florida and FloridaMakes partner to support Florida manufacturers. Energy Florida's executive director Mike Aller and FloridaMakes' executive director Kevin Carr shake hands after signing a strategic partnership agreement to advance Florida's manufacturing economy.   The partnership is focused on developing robust supply chains, increasing access to resources, and improving productivity across multiple economic sectors. This initiative is designed to increase profitability and stimulate growth for manufacturers, suppliers, and innovative enterprises across the state.
Energy Florida welcomes new partnership with the Rockledge located D&D Manufacturing. Energy Florida announces it has entered into a partnership agreement with D&D Manufacturing, to establish a new business entity for developing domestic and international product channels for D&D’s solar air heating and solar water heating panels.
Energy Florida's Tim Franta, Director of Special Projects, was at LYNX transit in Orlando in mid-August working with CTE, Hi-Z, and International Trade Bridge as part of a US Department of Transportation-funded collaboration to develop and demonstrate a thermoelectric generator that will be used to provide supplemental power and reduce the amount of power required from the bus alternator during operation. 
Energy Florida gives two presentations at Renewable Energy Systems and Sustainability Conference.   EF gave two well received presentations at Florida Polytechnic University in Lakeland at July 31, 2017. Topic 1: “Unique Energy Technology Partnership at NASA Kennedy Space Center – The Test HUB” was presented by Tim Franta, EF's Director of Special Projects, and the second topic was presented by EF's Executive Director, Mike Aller, about  “Powering the Future from Florida – Combined Heat and Power Smart Grid and the CAPE.
  News and Events
The Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2017 Future of Florida Forum, Sept. 27-29, 2017 in Orlando, FL  will bring together Florida’s business leaders, industry experts and elected officials to discuss the opportunities and challenges impacting Florida’s future between now and 2030. Topics such as workforce, education, prosperity, global competitiveness, innovation, economic development and more will be examined - are you ready to help lead the conversation?   Register here
Defense Innovation Technology Acceleration Challenges co-located with SBIR/STTR Innovation Summit, Oct. 3-5, 2017 in Tampa, FL.  Join global innovation, business and defense leadership as they accelerate state-of-art technology solutions in support of national security and the warfighter. Areas of focus - registration details  here : 
ENERGY • CYBER • MEDICAL • SYSTEMS • SPACE
USA EAST 2017, Oct 12-13, 2017 • Hyatt Regency • Orlando, FL.   Bio-controls and other biological tools are critical components in today’s integrated pest management programs. Bio-controls USA EAST has been designed specifically for the Eastern specialty crop grower and offers a unique, educational focus. From in-depth conference sessions and expert advice on new biological products to hands-on workshops and grower tours, you will go back to your operation ready to put today’s crop protection techniques and technologies to work.  Register here.
FL TechXpo in Melbourne Oct. 13, 2017   features nearly 100 high-tech companies and manufacturers showcasing the newest innovations and technological advancements in the Space Coast area, and throughout Florida such as: Aerospace, Automotive & Smart Cars, Composites & Nano Technology, Consumer Products & Wearables, Emerging Technology, Energy / Solar, Gaming & Simulation & Virtual Reality, Homeland Security & Defense, Biotech & Health Care, Information Technology, Drones & Robotics, Telecommunications & Transportation. Included will be learning sessions, and interactive exhibits.   Register here.
The ASME Workshop on “Realizing Gas Turbine Performance Goals through Advanced Manufacturing” October 17-18, 2017 at the Rayburn House Office Building on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.   Power and propulsion technologies underpin many important sectors of the U.S. economy including civil and military aviation, aerospace and defense, oil and gas, power generation, and renewable energy. This workshop will convene leading industry, government and academic experts to explore how advanced manufacturing technology can be used now and in the future to produce qualified parts and components for power and propulsion gas turbine applications. For details to register see here
The 2017 Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum, CREF 2017, will be in Miami on Oct. 18-20. CREF is the largest annual gathering of the Caribbean energy market. Last year 500 attended from 50 countries, over 20 Caribbean countries were represented either by their government or by their utility, or in many instances, by both.
The Caribbean is transitioning away from a decade-long discussion around how to enable a resilient energy matrix, to one focused squarely on how to procure, finance and build world-class clean energy projects in the Caribbean. Now is the time to enter the market, see agenda and details to register here .
Green Energy & Expo 2017, November 6-8, 2017 in Las Vegas,   provides a platform for researchers/scientists to share and globalize their research work while the participants from industry can promote their products thus facilitating dissemination of knowledge. 300 participants are anticipated from around the globe with thought provoking keynote lectures, oral and poster presentations. The attending delegates include Editorial Board Members of related journals. The scope of Green Energy -2017 is to bring the advancements in the field of renewable energy and  environmental sciences .   Register here
The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Nov. 27th - Dec 1st, 2017, in Orlando, FL  is the world's largest modeling, simulation, and training conference. Held near the beginning of December in Orlando, Florida, USA, I/ITSEC consists of peer-reviewed paper presentations, tutorials, special events, professional workshops, a commercial exhibit hall, a serious games competition, and STEM events for teachers and secondary students.  Register here.
TPS is a vital industry event, offering a forum for the exchange of ideas between rotating equipment engineers and technicians worldwide. Now surpassing 45 years, TPS is known for its impact on turbomachinery, pump, oil & gas, petrochemical, power, aerospace, chemical and water industries through two pathways -  details .  Register here .
 Interesting Upcoming Webinars  
Free webinar - September 26, 2017 at at 10:30-11:30 AM EST: Leverage data to transform your supply chain and generate value across all tiers.?   Generating value across all tiers in supply chains is a mammoth task. Brands are striving to do it. This webinar's key learnings include:
1. Williams-Sonoma shares their approach towards industry standard compliance and traceability of wool to the source.
2. How 3M increases its upstream supplier visibility / traceability and streamlines supplier assessments to assess and reduce risk.
3. Best practice with SupplyShift to promote supplier benchmarking and supplier engagement across your supply chain tiers. Register here.
Free webinar - September 27, 2017 at at 10am pacific, 1pm eastern: Corporate Renewable Energy Procurement: Does it Help or Hurt Everyone Else?   World Resources Institute will provide an overview of the latest trends and developments in utility renewable energy tariffs ("green tariffs") across the country, and AEE Institute will present the findings of a recent paper focused on how to design these programs such that non-participants are not adversely impacted.  Register here.
New Research and Reports
EDA 2016 Annual Report .  EDA seeks to achieve tangible results for our communities in need by increasing their awareness of resources that can improve their economic condition and help them become more competitive in the global marketplace. The data presented in this report represent the official grant data for awards made by EDA in FY 2016. EDA has verified the data through a reconciliation process, conducted annually, between EDA’s grant management systems and the Department of Commerce’s accounting system.  Try the interactive map seen here.
Florida's Department of Employment Opportunities releases August Employment and Unemployment data .  Florida’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.1 percent in July 2017, unchanged from June 2017, and down 0.8 percentage point from a year ago.  There were 411,000 jobless Floridians out of a labor force of 10,114,000.  The U.S. unemployment rate was 4.3 percent in July. The state gained 226,200 jobs over the year, an increase of 2.7 percent.  Nationally, the number of jobs rose 1.5 percent over the year.   More .. .
Energy Florida Fun Zone
Since its United Nations declaration in 1999, World Space Week has grown into the largest public space event on Earth. More than 2,700 events in 86 countries celebrated the benefits of space and excitement about space exploration in 2016. With the 2017 theme “Exploring New Worlds In Space” we aim to inspire all. See World Space Week Event Map here:
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About Energy Florida :  Energy Florida, Inc. (EF) is an industry-led 501c(3) non-profit association focusing on energy-related projects, advanced manufacturing and technology demonstration capabilities that create impact by supporting economic growth and job creation.
EF has built a robust network of partnerships, resources and services that has provided support to over 200 advanced technology companies across the southeastern US to date. EF has helped secure several million dollars in funding for research & development, energy technology demonstrations and public-private partnerships across the United States. EF has recently entered partnering agreements with companies in Europe, in a constant quest for creating collaborations, business opportunities, and expanding our impact across borders.