Day 1
September 17, 2007
Topics Covered:
9:00 – 9:30 Welcoming Remarks—From Green to Brilliant
P.S. Reilly, Conference Chair
9:30 – 10:30 Energy, Climate Change & Resource Nationalism
How can the emerging threat of “resource nationalism” and other movements in Latin America, the Middle East and Eurasia impact U.S. and allies’ energy security interests? Why is climate change viewed as a “threat multiplier” by many in the national security community? What are the potential impacts to governments, to their security and to their economies? How can the price of oil and other natural resources around the globe alter the composition of foreign governments, and how can we leverage innovation to stabilize U.S. interests?
U.S. Air Force, General Bruce Wright, Commander- Japan
United Kingdom Government, Dr. Liam Fox, Shadow Secretary of State of Defence and Member of Parliament
10:30 – 10:45 Networking Break
11:00 – 12:00 Moving the Technology Frontier
Where are the next breakthrough technologies, what impact are they likely to have, and what will it take to push the technology frontier forward? Hear from some of the leading minds managing research and development activities across energy, Cleantech and other growth areas.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Stan Bull, Director R&D
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Steve Selkowtiz, Building Technologies Program Leader
12:00 – 2:00 Luncheon & Keynote: Economics, Security & Climate Stewardship— The Policy & Investment Landscape
Our aspirations about cleaner and greener sources of energy, more energy efficient businesses, stronger transporation and other advances can be either enabled or stifled by the investment and policy landscape. Where can we expect the dollars to flow over the next decade? What will real climate stewardship look like going foward, and what is the policy vision that will help take us there?
Global Environment Fund, H. Jeffrey Leonard, President
2:15 – 3:30 Sustainable Development: Market Opportunities to Shape the World
As China and India continue to expand their economies, their impact on global resources and energy security strategy is beginning to be felt. At the same time, this Asian expansion represents huge market opportunities for North American firms. How do we ensure sustainable economic development for developing countries and the industrialized world, and how can we position North America to be competitive as the markets grow?
Xantrex Technology Inc., Mossadiq Umeday, Chairman
US Business Council for Sustainable Development, Andrew Mangan, Executive Director
Halosource, John Kaestle, President and CEO
U.S. Air Force, General Bruce Wright, Commander-Japan
3:30 – 4:00 Networking Break
4:00 – 5:15 The Business of Climate Change
More firms are proactively focusing on their carbon footprint for competitive advantage and cap and trade and other potential market paradigms stand ready to impact business fundamentals. Where are leading companies, regions and others heading with their climate strategies? When are we likely to see mandatory markets and what role will current registries and voluntary efforts play?
Climate Change Journal, Grant Ferrier, Editor (Moderator)
Climate Solutions, K.C. Golden, Policy Director
Sterling Planet, Alden Hathaway II, Senior VP, Business Development
Environmental Resources Trust, Gordon Smith, EcoLands Director