The American Clean Energy and Security Act commands attention of all industries as it sets a new course for energy and climate policy. The stakes are high as the nation grapples to the transition to a new energy economy. This event is intended to help businesses in our region to assess the opportunities and challenges emerging from the debate over energy and climate policy.
This event commences with a viewing of a taped debate on energy issues (from The Miller Center of Public Affairs National Discussion and Debate Series) featuring:
- Karen Harbert, President and CEO, Institute for 21st Century Energy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- John Podesta, President, Center for American Progress; former White House Chief of Staff
- Christine Todd Whitman, Co-chair of CASEnergy Coalition; former EPA Administrator; former Governor of New Jersey
- James Woolsey, Venture Partner, VantagePoint Venture Partners; former Director of Central Intelligence
After the screening, a local panel of business and community leaders will share thoughts on issues described in the video and will discuss what actions businesses can take immediately in order to reduce their energy costs as well their emissions. Featuring:
- Bill O'Rourke, Alcoa
- LeAnn Briggs, Duquesne SBDC
- Keith Schaeffer, BPL Global
- Steve Winberg, Consol
- Sharon Pillar, Citizens for Pennsylvania’s Future