Events

October 12-14, 2010

"Virginia: Energy Capital of the East Coast. The Governor's Conference on Energy. Richmond Convention Center, Richmond, VA. For information on attending, exhibiting or sponsoring, visit www.vsbn.org/GCE2010.

This year, Governor Bob McDonnell will host "Virginia: Energy Capital of the East Coast-The Governor's Conference on Energy." The conference takes place on October 12-14, 2010 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, Virginia.  Legendary oil and gas entrepreneur T. Boone Pickens will deliver the keynote address during dinner on Wednesday night.

View the agenda to see the plenary speakers, featuring Governor McDonnell, as well as conference tracks and session topics that feature:

- The Business of Energy in Virginia,
- Expanding Job Creation through Virginia's Fundamental Energy Resources,
- The Future of Alternative and Renewable Energy Sources,
- Conservation and Efficiency – Meeting Demand by Reducing It,
- Virginia Research, Development and Workforce Training, and
- The Future of Advanced Transportation Strategies.

Sign up today as an Exhibitor to showcase your business, organization or program at the Conference. Exhibitors will gain access to attendees through the October 12 and October 13 receptions held in the Exhibit Hall, along with breakfasts and conference breaks in the Exhibit Hall.  Exhibitors are also invited to participate in the October 14th Green Jobs Fair (2-6 PM), held in collaboration with the conference.

In conjunction with the Conference, you can attend pre-conference events and tours on Tuesday, October 12, which will highlight such topics as Green buildings, tools for community sustainability, new transportation initiatives, and funding for alternative energy entrepreneurs. On the afternoon of Wednesday, October 14, you can also attend the Green Job Fair, featuring Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling, who will provide opening remarks, as well as private businesses, academic institutions, and state agencies.

For information on attending, exhibiting, or sponsoring The Governor's Conference on Energy, visit www.vsbn.org/GCE2010.