"The U.S. Economic Development Administration and U.S. Commercial Service Invite You to Apply to Participate in the “U.S. Clean Technology Trade & Investment Mission”
November 29 – December 4, 2010 in Lyon, France and Brussels, Belgium
Showcase your community in Europe as an attractive candidate for investment and a valuable trading partner
Given the strong response received from the economic development community to the ITA/EDA Economic Development Organization (EDO) Delegation to Hannover Messe 2010 in Hannover, Germany this past April, ITA and EDA are now planning a “U.S. Clean Technology Trade & Investment Mission” to Lyon, France and Brussels, Belgium from November 29 – December 4, 2010.
Please visit the official mission webpage at http://export.gov/cleantechmission/ for the mission statement, application, and application instructions.
Led by Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development Brian McGowan and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce for International Operations Karen Zens, the mission will bring together a mix of U.S. community delegates (representatives from U.S. states, counties, cities, towns, and regions) and businesses within their regions to catalyze the process of connecting U.S. communities with opportunities to increase exports and attract foreign direct investment (FDI), with a particular emphasis on advancing the green economy and creating jobs in the United States.
U.S. communities are encouraged to select a community delegate to participate as a representative of their regional economy and to invite key business leaders within their region to participate as well. Together, your community delegates and business leaders can promote your region as an attractive location for international investment in the cleantech sector while also working to establish new overseas markets for your region’s products and services.
While in France:
The mission will begin in Lyon, France at Pollutec, a tradeshow that features the world's leading international exhibit for the environment and sustainable development markets. In attendance will be 2,400 exhibitors and 75,000 trade visitors from 110 countries, all in search of comprehensive solutions to today’s environmental and economic challenges. With the help of the U.S. Commercial Service, the show serves as an excellent venue for community delegates to arrange discussions with international firms looking to expand their businesses in the U.S. Also, Pollutec is a powerful venue for U.S. companies looking to establish or expand overseas distribution, generate sales leads, evaluate competitors, and to work with U.S. Commercial Service trade specialists to identify potential buyers and partners.
The Pollutec exhibition brings together innovative solutions in equipment, technologies, and services in a variety of sectors including:
· Air
· Energy
· Water and Wastewater Treatment
· Recycling and Waste Handling
· Site Remediation
· Instrumentation
· Process Controls
· Any many more
Community delegates and participating regional businesses will also have the opportunity to participate in:
- A clean technology site visit organized by the Rhone-Alpes Economic Development Agency
- U.S. Pavilion exhibition activities and receptions
- A Networking Luncheon in which the U.S. is the Technology Country of Honor
- A Lyon City Hall Reception
- Facilitated lead generation for attracting FDI and increasing exports
Participants also have the opportunity to purchase their own exhibit space at Pollutec. For exhibiting opportunities, please contact:
Wayne Kakos - Pollutec
Reed Exhibitions
(203) 840-5875
wkakos@reedexpo.com
More information on Pollutec is available through the following links:
Who visits?
Stand Options
Accommodation information
While in Belgium:
Following Pollutec, U.S. companies and communities will travel to Brussels, Belgium. This portion will include:
· U.S. Embassy networking reception
· NATO cleantech roundtable
· Nike Green Logistics Center visit
· Invest in America Program
· Ambassadors reception
· Luncheon with major Belgian companies
Participation Fees :
Community delegate (one person): $2195
Note: The Department of Commerce continues to review the fee for community delegate participation and options for direct financing of the economic development component mission expenses, which could lower the cost for community delegates. Please see the trade mission website for the most current information.
Companies:
· one large (more than 500 employees) company representative: $3588
· one small (fewer than 500 employees) company representative: $3395
Additional representatives (community delegate or company): $400 per participant
Expenses for travel, lodging, in-country transportation (except for airport transfers and bus transportation to/from group meetings), meals, and incidentals will be the responsibility of each mission participant.
Contacts
Community Delegates:
Bryan Borlik
U.S. Economic Development Administration
(202) 482-3901
bborlik@eda.doc.gov
U.S. Companies:
Teresa Yung
U.S. Commercial Service
(202) 482-5496
Teresa.Yung@trade.gov
Pollutec/Reed Exhibitions:
Wayne Kakos
(203) 840-5875
wkakos@reedexpo.com"
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Monday, July 12, 2010
July 16 Application Deadline to Present at NREL's Industry Growth Forum
"REMINDER: Deadline for Applications is JULY 16
NREL's Industry Growth Forum is the premier event for innovative clean energy start-ups to maximize their exposure to receptive venture capital, corporate investors, and strategic partners. From the application process to being selected to present, this business competition provides several opportunities for entrepreneurs to prepare, refine and present their business to a wide range of investors and potential partners. Since 2003, the presenting seed, early stage, and expanding cleantech companies have collectively raised more than $3.4 billion in growth financing. In essence, the Forum provides the infrastructure and expertise needed to bring breakthrough ideas to fruition.
The deadline for companies to submit applications to present at the Industry Growth Forum is quickly approaching. To find instructions and apply, please visit CleanEnergyForum.com
7 Tips To Help You With Your Application:
1 ) Provide clear description of management team and experience
2 ) Clearly defined market strategy
3) Recognize competitors - every company has competitors regardless of technology
4) Only include non-proprietary information
5) Avoid unrealistic claims such as, "we only need 1% of the market"
6) Download the template that includes instructions on application webpage
7) Email contacts listed below for examples of successful applications
IMPORTANT DATES:
June 1st: Begin Accepting Applications
July 16: Application Deadline
August 30th: Finalists Announced
September: Coaching & Mentoring of Finalists
October 19-21st: NREL's 23rd Industry Growth Forum
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is pleased to invite emerging clean energy startups from across the globe to apply to present their business opportunity at the 23rd Industry Growth Forum to be held October 19-21, 2010 in Denver. This event features:
Investment pitches from 34 competitively selected clean energy companies
Organized one-on-one meetings with leading VC's and strategic investors
Provocative panels led by thought leaders
The NREL Forum is the perfect venue for growing companies to prepare, refine, and present their business to a wide range of investors and potential partners. The best presenters are awarded cash prizes and commercialization services from NREL.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO APPLY TO PRESENT?
$250 USD -Application Fee
$100 USD -Reduced Forum Registration Fee*
*All applicants qualify for the reduced Registration Rate
WHY APPLY:
- Secure financing and understand leading investors' strategies
- Refine your strategy and pitch through pre-event mentoring and detailed dialogue and feedback at the event from the expert investor panel
- An opportunity to sign-up for 10-minute "One-on-One Meetings" with 40 leading clean energy investors, angels, and strategic partners
- Expand your network through hundreds of the world's leading clean energy investors, executives, and technologists
- Compete to win the 2010 NREL Clean Energy Venture Award, including cash-prizes and commercialization services from NREL
What if I am not selected as a Finalist?
As an applicant, you will receive:
- During the Review & Selection Process -
- Exposure to over 120 North American investors who have an opportunity to review your application
- Valuable and direct feedback from investor reviewers
At the Forum
- One reduced price registration to attend the Forum ($100 USD)
- An opportunity to see and learn from the investment pitch of other clean energy companies
- An opportunity to expand your network and mingle with investors, energy executives, NREL scientists, and other leading clean energy entrepreneurs from across the globe
Quick Links
Apply to Present
More about the Forum
Hotel & Registration
Contact Us
For more information about the 23rd Industry Growth Forum, visit CleanEnergyForum.com
Application and Selection Contacts
Jennifer Field 303-275-3081 Jennifer.Field@nrel.gov
Kate Cheesbrough 303-275-4471 Kate.Cheesbrough@nrel.gov"
Friday, July 9, 2010
Mexico's Green Expo 2010
"Colorado Cleantech Companies – Don’t miss this opportunity!
Take advantage of the Colorado International Trade Office’s CO-Exist program to increase your business presence in Mexico.
Who: Companies specializing in the following areas:
☼ Clean energy and energy-efficiency technologies, products and services
☼ Wind and solar appliances and heaters
☼ Water and wastewater treatment technologies, equipment and services
☼ Housing, industrial and infrastructural building with an emphasis on "green building"
☼ Waste (solid, water, hazardous) treatment and disposal technologies and equipment
☼ Environmental consulting services and engineers
☼ Emissions control and technologies that combat air pollution
What: The Colorado Export of Innovative and Sustainable Technologies (CO-Exist) is a program of the Colorado International Trade Office assisting cleantech companies export to Mexico.
Where: The Green Expo is held at the World Trade Center in Mexico City.
Why: Mexico’s environmental sector purchases were estimated at US$6.4 billion in 2008, and are growing at a faster rate than the rest of the Mexican economy. This reflects a national priority and growing trend toward green infrastructure development. In addition, 100% of trade with Mexico falls under the NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement).
When: September 27 – October 1, 2010
Cost: $900 includes all items below:
☼ Roundtrip airfare from Denver – Mexico City – Denver on Mexicana Airlines
☼ 4-nights lodging at the Hotel Intercontinental
☼ Airport transfer (for those on group flight)
☼ Pre-screened, one-on-one business meetings arranged through the ITO’s Trade and Investment Representative Office in Mexico
☼ Shared exhibition space in a Colorado booth within the US Pavilion
☼ Group dinner on September 27th
☼ Networking reception with potential business partners
*Does not include interpreter, in-country transportation, incidentals, meals (unless otherwise specified).*
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2010
Program open to first 10 qualified companies
About Green Expo: At Green Expo 2010, more than 140 companies are expected to exhibit their latest environmental technologies and products to an audience of approximately 4,400 global professionals and buyers.
To register or for more information, please contact Stephanie Garnica at 303.892.3891 or Stephanie.Garnica@state.co.us"
Take advantage of the Colorado International Trade Office’s CO-Exist program to increase your business presence in Mexico.
Who: Companies specializing in the following areas:
☼ Clean energy and energy-efficiency technologies, products and services
☼ Wind and solar appliances and heaters
☼ Water and wastewater treatment technologies, equipment and services
☼ Housing, industrial and infrastructural building with an emphasis on "green building"
☼ Waste (solid, water, hazardous) treatment and disposal technologies and equipment
☼ Environmental consulting services and engineers
☼ Emissions control and technologies that combat air pollution
What: The Colorado Export of Innovative and Sustainable Technologies (CO-Exist) is a program of the Colorado International Trade Office assisting cleantech companies export to Mexico.
Where: The Green Expo is held at the World Trade Center in Mexico City.
Why: Mexico’s environmental sector purchases were estimated at US$6.4 billion in 2008, and are growing at a faster rate than the rest of the Mexican economy. This reflects a national priority and growing trend toward green infrastructure development. In addition, 100% of trade with Mexico falls under the NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement).
When: September 27 – October 1, 2010
Cost: $900 includes all items below:
☼ Roundtrip airfare from Denver – Mexico City – Denver on Mexicana Airlines
☼ 4-nights lodging at the Hotel Intercontinental
☼ Airport transfer (for those on group flight)
☼ Pre-screened, one-on-one business meetings arranged through the ITO’s Trade and Investment Representative Office in Mexico
☼ Shared exhibition space in a Colorado booth within the US Pavilion
☼ Group dinner on September 27th
☼ Networking reception with potential business partners
*Does not include interpreter, in-country transportation, incidentals, meals (unless otherwise specified).*
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2010
Program open to first 10 qualified companies
About Green Expo: At Green Expo 2010, more than 140 companies are expected to exhibit their latest environmental technologies and products to an audience of approximately 4,400 global professionals and buyers.
To register or for more information, please contact Stephanie Garnica at 303.892.3891 or Stephanie.Garnica@state.co.us"
Monday, July 5, 2010
India Inc. on a buying binge in US
"Business Daily from THE HINDU group of publications,Friday, Jul 02, 2010
Namaste! (Indian Greeting)
Indian companies are on an acquisition spree in the US. In the first half of the current calendar year, they acquired 23 companies with a cumulative transaction value of over $3.8 billion, according to a report by New York-based advisory firm IMaCS Virtus Global Partners.
This is double the deal volume and eight times the deal value compared with the same period in 2009.
Robust economic growth and a surge in demand for natural resources in India combined with high debt-to-equity ratio and lower earnings potential of US companies is creating value buying opportunities for Indian companies in the US, said the firm, which is a joint venture between ICRA Management Consulting Services (IMaCS) and Virtus Global Partners.
Information technology/ Information Technology Enabled Services industry leads the pack, accounting for over 65 per cent share (15 in absolute terms) of the total US bound transactions by volume, followed by oil and gas and mining (9 per cent each). Other industries such as pharmaceutical, finance, media accounted for less than 5 per cent each in terms of volume.
Within the IT space, healthcare-related IT, remote infrastructure management, specialised business process solutions, and enterprise resource planning sub-segments were attractive for acquisitions, given their untapped offshore opportunities and relatively higher margins.
Strengthening capabilities
Mid-sized companies such as Prithvi Info Solutions (acquired Percentix Inc), Integra Software Solutions (Silver Editions Inc), Educomp (StudyPlaces Inc), Cambridge Technologies (Vox Holdings Inc) and Avantha Group (Pyramid Healthcare) sought to add new service capabilities through US bound acquisitions in the reporting period.Large sized companies such as Aegis (acquired Sallie Mae's customer service centre), MphasiS (Fortify Infrastructure), Aditya Birla Minacs (Bureau of Collection Recovery), Rolta India (OneGIS Inc), and Glodyne Technoserve (DecisionOne Inc) sought to strengthen their current capabilities.
One of the key aspects of this year's transactions was the focus on natural resources such as Reliance Industries' acquisition of stake in shale gas assets of Atlas Energy and Pioneer Natural Resources for over $2.8 billion and Essar Group's acquisition of Trinity Coal for $600 million.
Compared to the small-size and distress related transactions of last year, this year's transaction sizes were significantly larger and growth- focused. Six acquisitions in the first half of 2010 were over $100 million in size compared to none in H12009.
A majority of the transactions in the reporting half year had an earn-out structure where a portion of the deal value is paid on future milestones. This is evident in Reliance Industries' acquisition and MphasiS' Fortify buy.
Developed economies such as the US are attractive for Indian companies because of their natural resources, large consumer markets, transparent business processes, robust legal environment, advanced technologies, skills and knowledge capital, said the firm.Moreover, as the developed economies tend to be mature and saturated, it often proves difficult for Indian companies to gain market share without acquisitions.
NUICC is looking for companies from United States , India and other countries interested in joint ventures / investments capital Pl. contact : Purnima Voria at 720-323-3728 asap!
If interested in India opportunities, please attend the NUICC 's JULY 2I. 2010 all day US- INDIA BUSINESS SUMMIT event at The RITZ CARLTON ,Denver or contact National US INDIA CHAMBER of Commerce- THE RIGHT PASSAGE TO INDIA!
Purnima Voria
Founder/CEO National US India Chamber of Commerce (NUICC)
700 17th street , Suite 2000 , 20th Floor Denver, CO 80202
Mobile: (720) 323-3728
www.nuicc.org
Knowledge is Power - AND PROFIT
Purnima Voria
National US INDIA Chamber of Commerce
email: purnima@nuicc.org
web: http://www.nuicc.org/"
Namaste! (Indian Greeting)
Indian companies are on an acquisition spree in the US. In the first half of the current calendar year, they acquired 23 companies with a cumulative transaction value of over $3.8 billion, according to a report by New York-based advisory firm IMaCS Virtus Global Partners.
This is double the deal volume and eight times the deal value compared with the same period in 2009.
Robust economic growth and a surge in demand for natural resources in India combined with high debt-to-equity ratio and lower earnings potential of US companies is creating value buying opportunities for Indian companies in the US, said the firm, which is a joint venture between ICRA Management Consulting Services (IMaCS) and Virtus Global Partners.
Information technology/ Information Technology Enabled Services industry leads the pack, accounting for over 65 per cent share (15 in absolute terms) of the total US bound transactions by volume, followed by oil and gas and mining (9 per cent each). Other industries such as pharmaceutical, finance, media accounted for less than 5 per cent each in terms of volume.
Within the IT space, healthcare-related IT, remote infrastructure management, specialised business process solutions, and enterprise resource planning sub-segments were attractive for acquisitions, given their untapped offshore opportunities and relatively higher margins.
Strengthening capabilities
Mid-sized companies such as Prithvi Info Solutions (acquired Percentix Inc), Integra Software Solutions (Silver Editions Inc), Educomp (StudyPlaces Inc), Cambridge Technologies (Vox Holdings Inc) and Avantha Group (Pyramid Healthcare) sought to add new service capabilities through US bound acquisitions in the reporting period.Large sized companies such as Aegis (acquired Sallie Mae's customer service centre), MphasiS (Fortify Infrastructure), Aditya Birla Minacs (Bureau of Collection Recovery), Rolta India (OneGIS Inc), and Glodyne Technoserve (DecisionOne Inc) sought to strengthen their current capabilities.
One of the key aspects of this year's transactions was the focus on natural resources such as Reliance Industries' acquisition of stake in shale gas assets of Atlas Energy and Pioneer Natural Resources for over $2.8 billion and Essar Group's acquisition of Trinity Coal for $600 million.
Compared to the small-size and distress related transactions of last year, this year's transaction sizes were significantly larger and growth- focused. Six acquisitions in the first half of 2010 were over $100 million in size compared to none in H12009.
A majority of the transactions in the reporting half year had an earn-out structure where a portion of the deal value is paid on future milestones. This is evident in Reliance Industries' acquisition and MphasiS' Fortify buy.
Developed economies such as the US are attractive for Indian companies because of their natural resources, large consumer markets, transparent business processes, robust legal environment, advanced technologies, skills and knowledge capital, said the firm.Moreover, as the developed economies tend to be mature and saturated, it often proves difficult for Indian companies to gain market share without acquisitions.
NUICC is looking for companies from United States , India and other countries interested in joint ventures / investments capital Pl. contact : Purnima Voria at 720-323-3728 asap!
If interested in India opportunities, please attend the NUICC 's JULY 2I. 2010 all day US- INDIA BUSINESS SUMMIT event at The RITZ CARLTON ,Denver or contact National US INDIA CHAMBER of Commerce- THE RIGHT PASSAGE TO INDIA!
Purnima Voria
Founder/CEO National US India Chamber of Commerce (NUICC)
700 17th street , Suite 2000 , 20th Floor Denver, CO 80202
Mobile: (720) 323-3728
www.nuicc.org
Knowledge is Power - AND PROFIT
Purnima Voria
National US INDIA Chamber of Commerce
email: purnima@nuicc.org
web: http://www.nuicc.org/"
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Commercialization Portal
"June 30, 2010
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced today the launch of the Technology Commercialization Portal—an online resource that will serve as a tool for potential investors to identify opportunities to invest in work being conducted by DOE laboratories and participating research institutions. Traditionally, investors, entrepreneurs, and companies have faced substantial barriers when identifying clean energy technologies to license. The Technology Commercialization Portal will help reduce these barriers to investment providing capital markets with key information on the attributes, uses, benefits, and market-readiness of specific energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies.
The marketing summaries available online describe in detail what energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies are available for licensing, and each summary outlines a technology's applications, advantages, benefits, and stage of development. The Web site can streamline a search for specific technologies, or allow the user to browse by subject area. It can also connect investors and organizations to the proper licensing contact.
Full story"
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced today the launch of the Technology Commercialization Portal—an online resource that will serve as a tool for potential investors to identify opportunities to invest in work being conducted by DOE laboratories and participating research institutions. Traditionally, investors, entrepreneurs, and companies have faced substantial barriers when identifying clean energy technologies to license. The Technology Commercialization Portal will help reduce these barriers to investment providing capital markets with key information on the attributes, uses, benefits, and market-readiness of specific energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies.
The marketing summaries available online describe in detail what energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies are available for licensing, and each summary outlines a technology's applications, advantages, benefits, and stage of development. The Web site can streamline a search for specific technologies, or allow the user to browse by subject area. It can also connect investors and organizations to the proper licensing contact.
Full story"
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