2. Assignment of Exhibit Space
Exhibit space will be assigned as quickly as possible on a first-come, first-served basis after applications with minimum deposit and confirmation of wired funds (if applicable) are received, subject to availability of space preferences, special needs, and compatibility of exhibitors. Every effort will be made to respect the Exhibitor's space requests provided, however, the GEA reserves the right to make the final determination of all space assignments in its sole discretion.

The exhibitor has to occupy the booth-number(s) established in his/her contract. However, if the general interest of the Trade Show so requires, GEA could assign a new place or booth-number of similar characteristics by a previous notification to the exhibitor.

3. Payment of exhibit fees are to be made in U.S. dollars.
Checks must be drawn on a U.S. bank and are payable to:

Geothermal Energy Association
209 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE,
Washington, DC 20003, USA.

For credit card payment, complete and "Submit" the Payment form or contact the GEA office
tel: 202-454-5263,
fax: 202-454-5265,
e-mail: daniela@geo-energy.org). 
If you must make payment via wire transfer, please contact GEA for instructions.

If the Exhibitor fails to make full payment on or before August  10, 2007, the Exhibitor shall forfeit all rights to the use of the assigned space, and the GEA shall have the right to resell or use the space in such a manner as it may consider to be in its interests and without any liability on the part of the GEA.

* These special exhibit fees are available to only non-profit organizations,
        government agencies, national laboratories and universities.
GEA has right to request proof of non-profit  status from potential exhibitors prior to issuing space confirmation

4. Exhibit Packages and Exhibitor Categories
Exhibit Booths are 10' x 10'  and has an 8' high back drape and 3' high side drapes.   The back drape will be Dark Blue (the show colors) and the side drape will be Beige.  A 7" x 4" identification sign with the Exhibitor's name and space number (s) will also be provided for each booth.  Each booth will include a table and two chairs.

The exhibit hall will be carpeted (multicolors).  One time vacuuming of your exhibit will be provided prior to Sunday's Trade Show opening (between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m.).24-hour general security will be provided during the Trade Show.  Your company or organization will be listed on the Geothermal Energy Association web site at:  www.geo-energy.org ,  and in a GRC Annual Meeting Participants and GEA Trade Show Exhibitors publication that will be distributed during the show.Additional on-site needs of individual exhibitors besides the basic booth set-up outlined above (such as telephone line, Internet access, etc.) will be provided by GES upon request for an additional fee.

5. Official Exhibit Contractor
The official exhibit service contractor for the  Geothermal Energy Trade Show is GES, which will also provide freight services and customs clearance for all exhibitors. 

6.Freight & Handling
The official exhibit contractor is GES Exposition Services.  GES will send to each Exhibitor an exhibitor's kit containing information on furnishing, electrical service, shipping and freight handling, storage arrangements and other services.  To prevent custom problems ANY FOREIGN shipments should be coordinated with GES.   The contact person is:

Dave Schebetta
Senior Account Manager
GES Exposition Services
101 Panther Valley Drive
Reno, NV 89506
775.323.7700 Phone
775.322.8912 Fax
dschebetta@ges.com | http://www.ges.com

7. Trade Show Schedule :
Dates and schedule for mounting, exhibition and dismantling are as follows.

Exhibitors may not dismantle or disturb their exhibits until after the official closing.  Failure to observe this rule may jeopardize the Exhibitor's participation in future GEA Trade Shows.

The exhibitor has to be dismantled his/her booth and ready to leave it to GES by the hour mentioned in point 2. Any delay could be charged to the exhibitor, unless it is previously arranged with GES.  GES will provide the permission-form for retrieve the exhibited materials and equipment, after verifying there is no any damages to the installations and booths.

8. Cancellation Policy
Should the Exhibitor be unable to occupy and use the contracted exhibit space, the Exhibitor shall notify the GEA in writing. A refund of the total exhibit fees due less a service charge of 25% will be made for cancellations received on or before August 1, 2007.  No refunds will be made for space cancellations received after August 1, 2007.

9. Unclaimed Space
Exhibits must be completely installed by 4:00 pm, Sunday, September 30th, 2007, or the exhibit space may be reassigned without refund of rental paid. The GEA will not be liable for any incurred expenses.

10. Use of Exhibit Space
(a)The exhibitor is the only responsible for the legitimacy and property of every material, equipment or trademark to be exhibited and used in his/her booth. The GEA -GRC and GES is exempted of any civil or legal liability.

 The exhibitor is free to introduce in his/her booth the materials he/she wants to, but it is forbidden:
a)Invade the circulation aisles b)Use loudspeakers to volumes that cause disturbances to the adjacent booths.
c)Produce or start any kind of chemical or physical reaction that could be dangerous or potentially harmful to the visitors or the installations.
d)Introduce any animals or pets, without permission of GES.
e)Constructions or installations with masonry, bricks, cement, Panel-W, plaster, plasterboard, welding, etc., and any material that could be harmful for the exhibition area or makes difficult its dismantling within the established schedule.
f)Affect the walls, floor, columns and roofs of the exhibition area.
g)Exhibit balloons or similar inflatable materials, unless anti-inflammable gases are used.
h)Paint, cut, weld, nail, stick or cause any affection to the panels, carpet and materials of the booths.
i)Wet the carpet with filtration of flowerpots or decoration plants.
j)Modify the electric installations. In the case of heavy machinery or equipment to be exhibited, it has to be installed according to proper safety regulations and operated by skilled personnel of the exhibitor. This will be the unique responsible for any accidents or damages caused by his/her machines or equipment.

Aisle space shall not be used for display or demonstration purposes. Distribution of literature, promotional materials or samples must be confined to the limits of the exhibitor's booth or table top space.Exhibitors must display goods and services directly related to their regular course of business unless written approval is obtained in advance from the GEA. If it is necessary to use equipment of another manufacturer, no advertising of that equipment may be in evidence. No Exhibitor shall assign, sublet or share the exhibit space assigned without the prior written consent of the GEA.Exhibits that include the operation of audio equipment or any noise-making machinery must be operated so that the resulting noise will not annoy or disturb adjacent exhibitors.

11. Exhibit Representatives
The exhibitor is encouraged to have at least one person to attend his/her booth during the time the Trade Show is open to visitors, since the exhibitor is solely responsible for the materials and equipment exhibited in his/her booth.

GEA will provide up to three (3) complimentary "Exhibition Hall Only" admission badges for a 10' x 10' booth space paid by an exhibiting organization.

 A list of representatives who will attend the booth must  be provided to GEA no later than September 1st, 2007,  via e-mail (daniela@geo-energy.org )

The security personnel of the event will have the right to prevent the introduction of any non-declared material or equipment, as long as any object they consider dangerous. The exhibitor must address to GES to solve any problem on this issue.