Water & Energy Conservation Seminar
The U.S. Department of Commerce Invites You to Attend
Water and Energy Conservation:
U.S. Department of Commerce Services for Agribusiness
Co-Sponsored by: U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC),
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),
International Trade Administration (ITA),
and Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC)
WHAT?
Climate Variability – whether it results in drought, floods, heat waves, or freezes – perhaps no single segment of the US
economy is affected by changes in climate more than the $297 billion agriculture industry.
That’s why it’s so important for you to attend this
one-day seminar presented by the U.S. Department of Commerce and to help your organization
learn about:
- Strategies for sustainability and economic growth
- Coming to terms with climate variability
- Climate data, services and program availability
- Enhancing global competitiveness, expanding market access, increasing exports
- Industry networking
WHERE/WHEN?
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Barcelona Event Center
330 Wake Avenue
El Centro, California 92243
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
$30.00 per person including breakfast and lunch
WHY?
The DOC estimates that at least one-third of the U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is climate sensitive – a potential
economic impact of $4 trillion per year. Many U.S. businesses are already taking steps to factor climate and sustainability into
their business planning – come and learn why it could be important to your business too!
REGISTRATION:
TO DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM: Click Here
For more information contact Alida Monroy at 760-353-8332
