Energy Storage Europe (Conference & Expo)

Event Dates
2015-03-09 - 2015-03-11
Venue
Exhibitors
100
Attendees
1500
Event contact first name
Marius
Event contact last name
Baune
Email
BauneM@messe-duesseldorf.de
Event contact telephone number
+ 49 (0) 211 / 4560-514
Description
For the first time, the Energy Storage Europe (conference & expo) will coincide with the International Renewable Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition (IRES) hosted by EUROSOLAR and the World Council for Renewable Energy (WCRE) and the Power to Gas conference hosted by OTTI e. V.. Thanks to this constellation, the most important events of the energy storage segment will join forces and present their products and services in Düsseldorf from 9 March until 11 March, 2015. The organizers expect more than 1,500 international visitors and about 100 exhibitors to participate in the trade show, which will take place in conjunction with the conferences. From November 2014 the program will be available online: www.ESEexpo.com The registration will be open from beginning of October on: www.energy-storage-online.de/2130 • Get INSIGHTS into all relevant areas of energy storage such as the development of the energy storage market, new storage solutions and their commercial applications. A special focus is on practical business models for electricity and thermal storage, power-to-gas technologies and the integration of renewable energies into the grid. • NETWORKING and DEAL MAKING – the Energy Storage provides the perfect platform to network during the conference, the accompanying trade fair and the exclusive networking dinner. Use our private Deal-Rooms and Meeting Zones to foster your business growth! • The event is organized by Messe Düsseldorf and supported by over 40 leading associations and partners as well as more than 30 international media partners worldwide. At the associated trade show, companies and research institutes will present their latest products and research results. Due to the strong growth of exhibitors, the trade show will be relocated to the city hall, which is directly connected to the former venue and provides a large common exhibition area. With the new visitor ticket for 30,00 € , trade show visitors can now also attend the trade show. First sponsors of the event are E.ON, Germany Trade and Invest and SMA Solar Technology AG. About 100 exhibitors are expected in 2015. The Energy Storage Conference and Expo concept has been launched in several other energy storage markets globally, with local partners, under Messe Dusseldorf’s World of Energy Storage program. These are India, China, the United States and Japan. Find more information on www.ESEexpo.com
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.    Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.    Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.   The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.    MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.     MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.