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North American Competitiveness, Innovation and Clean Energy Conference 2010

Event Start DateWednesday, April 14, 2010
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice Theater
Event Start Time7:30 am - 5:15 pm
CostCost: $75 general/ $20 student
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This conference will reinforce major themes of the North American Competitiveness Forum and highlight trilateral North American cooperation as a driver for 21st century jobs growth. Panel discussions will focus on how to promote the links that advance innovation and competitiveness and how to remove the obstacles that impede future growth. Participants will hear innovative examples of green workforce development, integrated supply chain improvements, and enhanced border infrastructure projects that facilitate efficiency and increase trade opportunities.

Please join Gary Locke, US Secretary of Commerce and other invited participants:

  • Tony Clement, Canadian Minister of Industry
  • Gerardo Ruiz Mateos, Mexican Secretary of Economy
  • Gary Doer, Canadian Ambassador to the United States
  • David Jacobson, United States Ambassador to Canada
  • Arturo Sarukhan, Mexican Ambassador to the United States

Discussion Topics include:

  • Transitioning to a Low-Carbon Economy
  • A 21st Century Green Energy Workforce
  • International Financing Briefing.  
  • Innovative Supply Chains. 
  • Improved Capacity Border Efficiency Through Enhanced Infrastructure

See complete agenda attached. Registration at San Diego Chamber of Commerce.

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ContactJames Clark | jclark@sdchamber.org | (619)544-1376