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Fostering District Energy Success Since 1909

IDEA members are involved in the design, construction, operation and optimization of district heating, district cooling, combined heat and power (CHP) systems and microgrids in cities, communities and on campuses across North America and around the world. Member systems are owned and operated by public and private utilities, colleges and universities, municipalities, hospitals, research centers, military bases, airports and more. Our mission is to foster the success of our members through facilitating peer exchange and delivering timely and relevant technical content to help educate and advocate for cleaner, more efficient district energy systems.

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IDEA is honored to welcome members from all corners of the district energy industry, from all over the globe.

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Scott Szycher

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IDEA Members Learn, Discover and Collaborate

No matter what role you play in the district energy ecosystem, you’ll enjoy a wealth of personal and professional benefits when you join IDEA. It is our mission to provide you with educational content and opportunities to connect that you can’t get anywhere else. Become a member today and engage with like-minded district energy champions like you who are eager to learn from industry experts, discover emerging technologies, and collaborate with colleagues all over the world.

In a little more than a decade, membership with IDEA has tripled as emerging voices from the energy industry join the conversation. Like them, you can enjoy the following membership benefits.

Learn

Conferences, Workshops and Webinars
Since 1909, IDEA has presented annual conferences that feature peer-reviewed technical presentations and interactive sessions that serve as a roadmap for the future of district energy. Each year, we shatter attendance records as industry leaders comes to the table to join the discussion. As a member, you will receive substantial discounts to attend.

District Energy Magazine
Members receive printed and digital subscriptions of District Energy magazine. Published four times a year, District Energy is one of the industry’s leading publications for news, technical information and insight into the latest topics and issues affecting the district energy and combined heat and power industry.

Content @ www.districtenergy.org
IDEA offers an unprecedented amount of content on its website including links to industry and member news, conference proceedings, publications, case studies, and industry reports. In addition, you can find or post RFP/RFQ in our Business Opportunities section and find or post your next job in the Employment Opportunities section. IDEA delivers a weekly newsletter highlighting important news you need to know, curated from our web site.

Discover

Products and Services Directory
We like to think of this as our virtual, open year-round exhibit hall. The IDEA Products and Services Directory is an innovative, online searchable database that connects you with manufacturers, suppliers and service providers who can partner with you on your next project. Consistently one of the most visited pages on our website, only member companies are eligible to be listed in the directory. So, if you’re a manufacturer/supplier/service provider looking to find your next customer, you need to be here.

IDEA Exhibit Hall
An integral part of our Annual and CampusEnergy conferences, the always sold-out IDEA Exhibit Hall features all the top manufacturers and suppliers in the industry. If your system is looking for a new partner – or if you’re a manufacturer/supplier looking to offer your services – this is the place to be.

Collaborate

IDEA Membership Directory
IDEA keeps members connected through this unique online communication portal. The IDEA Membership Directory allows you to search for members by multiple criteria including keyword, company name, location and more. Found who you’re looking for? Send them a message directly through the portal and start a dialogue between fellow IDEA members.

IDEA Connect
IDEA’s online chat room, IDEA Connect, gives members the opportunity to post a conversation topic or question for other IDEA members to comment on. Whether you’re crowd-sourcing solutions, gathering opinions, or just looking to discuss a hot topic, IDEA Connect gets you in touch with the right audience to help. If you don’t have a question, hop in and see if you can lend your expertise to an existing conversation.

Network at Conferences
One thing you’ll notice at IDEA conferences is the unparalleled camaraderie in this unique community. Through social events, networking lunches, forums, our conference app and more, IDEA conferences give you the opportunity to meet face-to-face with colleagues from all facets of the industry.

Join IDEA Today

For more than 110 years, IDEA has been a go-to resource for the district energy community. As the industry continues to evolve, we hope you will be part of the conversation about its future by joining today. Contact Scott Szycher, Membership Manager at 508-366-9339 or scott.idea@districtenergy.org and let's find out how we can work together.

Why Join IDEA?