Workshop Session II: Tuesday, May 4, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Concentration: State and Local Initiatives/Other

Pennsylvania is leading the way in developing a strong, clean energy economy. This workshop will provide detailed examples of successful initiatives and policies to jumpstart the green economy at the state and local level. Among the examples are a local non-profit that brought together diverse stakeholders to create a city task force and industry partnership, a regional initiative that helps to coordinate training and policy work to enhance outputs, and networks at the statewide level that have made Pennsylvania a clean energy jobs leader.

Presenters:
Michael Peck, Gamesa USA; Founder of MAPA, Inc.
Leanne Krueger Braneky, Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia, Executive Director
Steve Herzenberg, The Keystone Research Center,  Executive Director
Bob Garraty, Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, Deputy Secretary for Workforce Development