Connect Locally, Succeed Globally
Charlotte, NC
September 18-21, 20-11

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Hear leading experts' insights on sustainability trends at the International Economic Development Council's 2011 Annual Conference, September 18-21 in Charlotte, NC.

Sustainability isn't a passing fad – it's a way of living and working that's here to stay. As new technologies, policies and business practices emerge, industries are transforming to capture new opportunities, position themselves for future competitiveness, and save money.

Called "America's Greenest Coal Exec" by Time Magazine, Duke Energy President and CEO Jim Rogers will address energy R&D, public policy, and the transformation of the energy industry at this year's keynote luncheon. Duke Energy is one of America's largest utilities and relies on coal and nuclear energy, yet Rogers is a proponent of carbon cap-and-trade. He'll share a unique perspective on clean energy and economic development that you won't want to miss.

In addition to Rogers' presentation, related conference sessions will address sustainable business practices, green building, and strategies that communities are using to stay ahead of the sustainability curve. Learn more about the power of the future – register today!

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

James E. Rogers
Chairman, President & CEO
Duke Energy Corporation
Charlotte, NC

Keynote Luncheon: Clean Technology Industry
Tuesday, September 20
12:15 - 2:00 pm
James E. Rogers has been chairman of the board, president and CEO of Duke Energy since January 2007. He has more than 22 years of experience as a utility CEO. Rogers is chairman of the Institute for Electric Efficiency, past co-chair of the National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency and a board member of the Alliance to Save Energy. He is a director of Cigna Corp. and Applied Materials Inc. He serves on the boards of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development and the Edison Electric Institute. He is a board member of the Nuclear Energy Institute, the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations and the Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions. He is also a member of the Honorary Committee of the Joint U.S.-China Collaboration on Clean Energy (JUCCCE) and a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

RELATED SESSIONS ON SUSTAINABILITY INCLUDE:

Powering Economic Growth Through The Energy Industry
Monday, September 19
10:00 - 11:30 am
Energy is a hotter topic than ever due to volatile fossil fuel prices, turmoil in the Middle East, the potential for growth in renewable power sectors and more. One of the attractive aspects of the energy industry is its ability to offer growth in a wide range of communities – urban and rural, those with high-tech assets and those more rooted in traditional manufacturing. This session will leave participants with more complete knowledge of the many different niche sectors that comprise the energy industry, how to better understand their own communities strengths in order to more effectively target this industry as well as successful examples of other communities' practices.

Sustainable Building Practices: Costs and Benefits of Going Green
Monday, September 19
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
The sustainability movement is transforming the real estate industry as businesses and communities demand more green buildings. New regulations have been established in response creating challenges in constructing new buildings and related infrastructure. In this session, hear the corporate real estate, developer and design firms' perspectives on the cost and benefits of going green. Learn how economic developers can partner with the private sector to erect green buildings while minimizing costs.

Special Session: Regional Prosperity 2.0: The Clean Economy Opportunity
Monday, September 19
4:00 – 5:30 pm
Our nation faces a triple threat: stiff global competition for high-paying jobs, an energy security imperative to reduce our dependence on foreign oil, and the need to address climate change. The Clean Economy provides the nexus for addressing these challenges because it touches nearly every aspect of the rest of our economy and is emerging as a transformative source for energy efficiency, innovation and entrepreneurship. Attend this workshop to see how regional economic development organizations and their business partners are implementing aligned strategies to generate new market opportunities, investment capital, business expansion and jobs in support of clean economy markets. The panelists are all partners of the Climate Prosperity Network, a coalition of regions who are simultaneously expanding economic opportunities and helping to reduce green house gas emissions.

Beyond the Bottom Line: Sustainable Business Practices
Tuesday, September 20
2:15 - 3:45 pm
Sustainability now factors into the way that many businesses measure success as firms increasingly take the "triple bottom line" into account, which measures not just profits but impacts on people and the planet as well. As this trend advances, some businesses are even formally incorporating as "benefit corporations," which allow them to pursue socially responsible goals in addition to profits. With Maryland and Vermont now formally recognizing these entities and several other states considering similar legislation, you don't want to be in the dark about key sustainability trends in the private sector. This session will explore how economic developers can play a role in helping to attract and incubate this burgeoning form of business.

OTHER SPEAKERS OF INTEREST INCLUDE:
Jose Beceiro
Director of Clean Energy
Economic Development
Austin Chamber of Commerce
Austin, TX

Joseph P. Danko, PE
Senior Vice President
Global Director
Sustainable Solutions
CH2M HILL
Philomath, OR

Richard C.D. Fleming
President & CEO
St. Louis Regional Chamber & Growth Association
St. Louis, MO

Hunter Fleshood, LEED AP
Senior Vice President, Portfolio Executive, U.S. & Canada
Bank of America Corporate Workplace
Charlotte, NC

Rick Jones
Director
US Public Sector Strategies
Cisco Systems
San Jose, CA

Stan M. Kaplan
Director of the Office of Electricity, Renewables, and Uranium Statistics
US Energy Information Administration
Washington, DC

Michael W. Krajovic
President
Fay-Penn Economic Development Council
Uniontown, PA

David Levine
Executive Director
American Sustainable Business Council
Washington, DC

Joshua T. Pack, PhD
Manager of Energy Technologies
Vectren Corporation
Evansville, IN