HIA-LI Presents 3rd Annual Environmental and Energy Conference Focuses on New Economic Initiatives for Long Island

    HAUPPAUGE, NY, October 18, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- In an effort to promote green energy for the industrial and commercial sectors of Long Island, the HIA-LI 3rd Annual Environmental and Energy Conference will bring attention to New York State Governor Cuomo's recently-formed Long Island Regional Economic Development Council. The event will bring government and business leaders together to discuss how to identify, develop and capitalize on highly-profitable Clean Tech products and services, leverage natural resources, and create job opportunities statewide. The Environmental and Energy Conference will be held Wednesday, October 26, 2011, from 7:30 AM - 4 PM at the Hamlet Golf & Country Club, One Clubhouse Lane, Commack, NY. For more information and to register for the event, please visit http://www.hia-li.org/go_green_conference.cfm

"We strongly believe that this new initiative will have a dramatic impact on all sectors of the economy," said Terri Alessi-Miceli, HIA-LI president. "This could result in significant job growth throughout Long Island and all of New York State. We applaud Mr. Cuomo's vision and admire his determination to make a difference. The leaders of this important initiative will share their views on how to confront environmental concerns head-on, drive economic development, and improve business climate in the region. HIA-LI is proud to once again organize this exciting event."

The HIA-LI Environmental and Energy Conference will feature morning seminar tracks on LEED/Green Buildings, Financing & Incentives, Energy Benchmarking/Evaluation, and Solar Energy. Afternoon seminar tracks will address Sustainability, Green Jobs, Green Applications, and Supply Chain.

The day includes an Executive Breakfast, Breakout Seminars, an Executive Luncheon, and Exhibition Hall.

The Executive Breakfast will feature a panel discussing Green Regional Development Projects. The panel will be moderated by Eric Alexander, Executive Director, Vision Long Island. Panelists include: David Schieren, CEO, EmPower Solar; Neal Lewis, ESQ., Sustainability Institute at Molloy College; Russell Albanese, President, Albanese Development Corp. (invited); Sammy Chu, USGBC-LI Board Member and Program Director of the Long Island Green Homes Project for the Town of Babylon; and Jack Kulka, PE LEED AP, CEO, Kulka Construction.

The Executive Luncheon will include a keynote address by Kevin Law, President of the Long Island Association, who will provide an overview of the Regional Economic Development Councils, why they will continue to grow in importance, and how the Clean Tech community can continually benefit from this new Economic Development Model launched by the Governor.

The luncheon will also feature a panel discussion moderated by David Winchester, CEO, CleanTech Rocks and Vice Chairman of the Board, HIA-LI. Panelists include: Regional Council Member Carrie Meek Gallagher, Chief Sustainability Officer, Suffolk County Water Authority and Long Island Energy Leader Richie Kessel, Past President and CEO of the New York Power Authority, Long Island Power Authority.

HIA-LI's annual Environmental and Energy Conference has a proven track record as a high-quality event that informs and educates attendees about new trends, initiatives and technologies, designed to create a healthy environment for generations to come. This year's event sponsors include: Brian Shube Consulting, Communication Strategy Group, Dvirka & Bartilucci Consulting Engineers, LIPA, Stony Brook University and Suffolk County Community College.

"We are aware of the fact that much is at stake with our natural environment," said Winchester. "Therefore, our organization remains focused on promoting and advancing green policies that are so critical to our economic transformation. HIA-LI will continue to serve as a vital platform for sustainable energy development and share the most crucial solutions with all our members."

About HIA-LI
HIA-LI helps Long Island businesses prosper. For over 30 years, we have been the recognized voice for business on Long Island and a powerful force and economic engine for regional development. We provide a forum for business leaders to network, problem solve and obtain advice on critical issues facing their businesses. Our member companies represent tens of thousands of business professionals. We're headquartered in and support one of the largest industrial parks in the United States. HIA-LI programs and events promote strategic partnerships, targeted networking, and information sharing and business advocacy. Members benefit from our committees, educational programs, career resources, research capabilities, mentoring opportunities and business advisory services. For more information, visit http://www.hia-li.org or call 631-543-5355.

HIA-LI CONTACT:
Terri Alessi-Miceli, 631-543-5355, [email protected]

MEDIA CONTACT:
Angela Kambarian, Communication Strategy Group, 631-766-6810; [email protected]

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