Welcome to Texas Energy Future: Green Jobs and Clean Power

In 2009, “green jobs” and “clean power” will be more than buzz words–they’ll be the foundation for the most significant investment in American technology since the space program.

The 81st Legislative Session convenes at a time when Texas faces both great challenge and great opportunity. As the national economic downturn begins to impact Texas, a federal stimulus plan promises major investment in energy and infrastructure. At this unique moment, new energy technology will the next great engine of economic growth.

With its abundant renewable resources and leadership role in the national energy economy, Texas is uniquely positioned to lead the way to green jobs and clean power. “Texas Energy Future: Green Jobs and Clean Power” is the legislative conference where lawmakers, business leaders, and policy makers will address the questions that now face Texas:

• Where will Texas fit in the emerging green economy?
  
• What are green jobs and how can Texas benefit from them?
• What is the role of renewable energy in Texas’ future?
• How will technological innovation both stimulate growth and promote a healthier environment?
• How can Texas benefit from the federal stimulus plan?

The conference will be divided into two sections – Green Jobs and Clean Power.  Green jobs will be the focus of the morning section, with nationally-recognized green jobs innovator Van Jones giving the morning keynote. A green jobs panel will address the growth potential of green jobs in a contracting Texas economy and the federal stimulus package. After lunch, discussion will move on to clean power, with keynotes from Roger Efird of Suntech America and Thomas Werner of SunPower.  The afternoon panel will address the wide-range of economic opportunity clean power presents the state.

At a time when legislative priorities are being set, Texas Energy Future: Green Jobs and Clean Power will bring lawmakers, business leaders, and policy experts together. Plan now to attend on Wedesday, February 18th at the Texas Capitol.