Boosting the economies of Texas and Israel by connecting businesses to explore new market opportunities.

HOUSTON TX, SEPT. 14, 2011 — The 2^nd Annual Texas-Israel Cleanovation Conference in Houston was a resounding success.  The Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce and the Government of Israel Economic Mission to the Southern Region hosted more than 150 participants, representing a wide array of Texas and U.S. companies and organizations, as well as government officials, along with 11 innovative Israeli clean energy companies.

This one-day innovative conference, hosted at the downtown Hotel ZaZa, focused on establishing relationships between Israeli and Texas companies through extensive networking, one-on-one meetings, and thought provoking presentations by local and international clean energy experts.   Some of the topics discussed were cross-border transactions, protecting critical infrastructure, smart grid deployment, water re-use experiences in Israel & Texas,and energy & water nexus.

Prominent participants from the corporate world such as Waste Management, Ernst & Young, IBM, and IDE interacted with the Israeli companies that attended, along with many Texas utility companies and government official, Barry Smitherman, Commissioner, Railroad Commission of Texas.

Attendees raved about the relevant topics and speakers, networking opportunities, and collaborative atmosphere in support of bringing Israeli and Texas companies together to further the global development of clean energy.  Roee Madai, Israel’s Economic Consul in the US South stated, “Texas and Israel are both leaders in clean technology. Cleanovation is a great opportunity for all companies involved to share and explore cutting-edge innovations in clean water and energy.” A returning Cleanovation attendee, Jonathan Shapiro, CEO of The Texas Institute said, “I found this year’s conference to be the most valuable conference I attended all year.  The combination of meet innovative Israeli company executives, and Texas business leaders allowed me to create new and important business connections, and be educated about cutting-edge new technologies. I’ll definitely be a sponsor next year!”

Major Sponsors included: Waste Management, McGuireWoods, IDE, Ernst & Young, CenterPoint Energy, and Get a Room.

Shaping the Future of Clean Energy & Water

About the Conference

On September 14, 2011 — the Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce and the Government of Israel’s Economic Mission to the Southern Region are hosting a clean energy conference – the 2^nd Annual Texas-Israel Cleanovation Conference 2011.  This conference will feature innovative Israeli companies and high profile US national & Texas-based companies.

Companies Attending: Waste Management, Ernst & Young, CenterPoint Energy, IDE, McGuireWoods, GE Digital Energy, IBM, Chevron Energy Technology Company, Ein Netafim, Clear Results Consulting,  Mapal Green Energy, Amida, Alvarion, Gnrgy, Enverid, Environmental Energy Resources, DST, Nimrod Industries, Chromagen, Austin Technology Incubator, San Antonio Water System, El Paso Water Utilities, National Algae Association, Beemtech, Green Mountain Energy, The Dow Chemical Company, Waterfall Security Solutions, CDM, Resources Renewable,USA, and more..

Texas and Israel Come Together for Clean Energy

Israel is known for its leading advances in water technologies, energy efficiency, and smart grid technologies while Texas is renowned for being a leader in clean energy production.  The Texas-Israel connection began this summer when the Mayor of San Antonio, Julian Castro took a delegation to Israel on a fact-finding tour which resulted in him signing a memorandum of understanding with the Ein Netafim Eilat water utility to fuel cooperation between the two cities for mutual improvements of their wastewater and recycled-water systems.

Another Texas initiative is Fort Worth’s innovation in water re-use and reclamation.  The city’s treatment plant processes wastewater for re-use in watering its golf courses.  Each unit of reclaimable water costs about 40 percent less than conventional potable water.  This cost effective innovation and the current 10-month drought in Texas has prompted a flurry of calls to Fort Worth’s plant asking for reclaimed water.  Israel also has a reputation in water re-use and reclamation.  Relative to its small size, the country has devoted more resources to the development of wastewater treatment and reclamation than any other country in the world.

Water is not the only area where Texas and Israel shine.  Texas has the distinct competitive advantage of being able to draw on its history of being a global leader in the energy industry through its incredible access to technology, education, and financial resources.  Texas is uniquely blessed with abundant sunshine, wind, and open land, attributes that are perfect for generating renewable energy.  The state leads the nation in wind power generation.  In April 2010, Texas produced enough energy from wind to provide power to 2.3 million homes for a month.  Texas also has extensive undeveloped solar resources, which represent tremendous opportunities. For instance, CPS Energy continues to study the benefits of solar power as a renewable energy option, and the company is committed to bringing up to 100 megawatts of solar energy to San Antonio.  CPS Chief Sustainability Officer, Cris Eugster will speak at the Texas-Israel Cleanovation Conference.

Israel’s goal is to become a world leader in alternative energy, with its government devoting its support to cutting-edge technologies.  The push for clean technologies is necessary from the standpoint of economic opportunities, scarce natural resources, and an arid climate. The number of entrepreneurs entering the clean energy sector in Israel has grown tremendously.  Some of these start-ups in smart grid, solar, wind, water, energy management and electric vehicles are traveling to Texas for the Texas-Israel Cleanovation Conference to identify potential funding and business opportunities.

Pythagoras Solar, an Israel-based venture-backed company developing transparent, energy efficient windows that also generate solar power, announced that it has been chosen by Willis Tower, formerly Sears Tower, the tallest building the Western Hemisphere, to collaborate on a pilot project to help deliver on the building’s renewable energy and energy efficiency improvement goals.

Innovations in natural and renewable energies are playing a crucial role in helping to improve our global environment.  Texas and Israel have much to share as it relates to clean energy innovation.  The Texas-Israel Cleanovation 2011 Conference will serve as the nexus for the best and the brightest to come together to trade ideas, identify potential opportunities, and shape the future of clean energy and water.

Fort Worth has also demonstrated innovation in water re-use/reclamation.  The city’s treatment plant processes wastewater for re-use in watering its golf courses.   Each unit of reclaimable water costs about 40 percent less than conventional potable water.   The current 10-month drought in Texas has prompted a flurry of calls to Fort Worth’s plant asking for reclaimed water. To read the full article click here.

The Texas-Israel Cleanovation 2011 Conference on September 14th includes a speaker’s panel focusing on “Water Re-use in Texas and Israel,” led by Jorge Arroyo, P.E. Texas Water Development Board.  You do not want to miss this timely discussion, especially now when water re-use is vital to us during this period of intense drought, coupled with our population growth and constraints on Texas’ water supply.

Mayor Julian Castro of San Antonio, Texas,  recently signed a memorandum of understanding  with the Ein Netafim Eilat water utility to fuel cooperation between the two cities for mutual improvements of their wastewater and recycled-water systems.  Both cities will share expertise and ideas related to operating these systems, with a specific emphasis on desalination.  San Antonio is in the process of constructing its first desalination plant, slated to be completed by 2014.

San Antonio and Israel face similar challenges in increasing its water capacity.   Since San Antonio is exploring water desalination, it makes sense for the city to partner with Eilat, given its expertise in this area.

Besides signing the memorandum with Ein Netafim, Mayor Castro also signed an official cooperation agreement with the Tel Aviv Mayor, committing to a joint promotion of economic cooperation and bilateral trade, with emphasis on renewable energy, biotechnology, education and social and cultural affairs.  Another memorandum of intent in Jerusalem involved the healthcare corporations BioMed SA and BioJerusalem.

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With a sluggish economy, fossil fuel dependency, & environmental concerns,  now is the time to exchange expertise and create new solutions in clean energy!

Our topics include:

• New Challenges in Protecting Critical Infrastructure and Remotely Generating Energy and Water

• Understanding Energy Use in the Texas Market

• Lessons Learned from Smart-Grid Deployment

• Water Reuse Experiences in Israel & Texas

• “i-2-i” – Innovation to Implementation in the Global Water Sector

• Nexus Between Energy & Water, Oil & Gas Drilling, Bio-Fuels & Bio Mass, Solar Energy Advances, Wind Energy Advances

We have lined up some of the best speakers and companies:

• CPS Energy, Cris Eugster, Chief Sustainability Officer
• GE Power & Water, Stephen Watzeck , Strategy Development Leader and Chief Marketing Officer Water & Process Technologies
• Pike Research, Clint Wheelock, President
• Nokia Siemens Network,Christoph Inauen,  Director Business Development New Markets
• Texas Water Development Board, Jorge Arroyo
• And More….

Current Cleanovation 2011 Agenda

• Mentorship
• Business Training
• Opportunity to win a “startup in a box” consisting of investment and services valued up to $250,000

Visit http://www.cleantechopen.com/ for details.

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	Participate in the world’s largest cleantech business competition!

Compete for $20,000* to $250,000* in cash and services!
	APPLY TODAY! DEADLINE MAY 24TH Work with proven leaders! Since its inception in 2006, nearly 500 promising companies have availed themselves of the Cleantech Open’s world-class mentoring, training, funding programs and prestigious showcases. Between them they have now raised over $300 million and generated thousands of new jobs. Click here to apply for the 2011 Business Competition		Help address the world’s biggest challenges. We’ll help you: build your business, raise capital, build media attention, and compete for your share of nearly $1 million* in prizes. Technology categories: Air, Water and Waste Energy Efficiency Green Building Renewable Energy Smart Power, Green Grid & Energy Storage Transportation Qualified Companies Receive: business, legal, marketing, PR, finance support and mentoring; national academy, regional training and business clinics; prizes from $20,000* to $250,000* in cash/ investments and services; and ongoing support and partnering programs after you complete our programs.
	We’re looking for Innovative ideas, and we’re looking for your help!

	The Cleantech Open is a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding, funding and fostering entrepreneurs with big ideas that address today’s most challenging energy, economic and environmental challenges. Cleantech Open South Central in partnership with CTSI includes Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas! If you’re not a start-up but want to get involved, e-mail: Laura Benold. We also need mentors, judges, sponsors and volunteers! * All prize details subject to confirmation.

	Cleantech Open Headline Sponsors and Partners Cleantech Open South Central in partnership with CTSI Regional Sponsors

After Sept. 6th, rooms are subject to availability, or a higher price.

Reserve your room soon!   Call (713) 526-1991 or (888) 880-3244

Click here for more information about Hotel ZaZa.

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Israel and Texas Working Together for Cleantech

The Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce, and the Government of Israel- Economic Mission cordially invite you to be a key sponsor for our 2nd Annual Texas-Israel Cleanovation Conference scheduled for September 14, 2011. The most unique of its kind!

Click Here to Download Cleanovation Sponsorship Package 2011

Featured Highlights

• Exclusive one-on-one networking and meetings with decision makers in clean energy, water, smart grid and related infrastructure companies, investors, technologists and policy makers.

• The event is designed to help you filter for optimal partners, customers and identify primary and/or supplemental funding.

• Up to 25 leading Israeli companies and 100 US companies

• First-hand access to most sophisticated technologies for energy efficiency, alternative energy, water filtration and more

• Presentations by featured Israeli, U.S. companies and policy makers

• More than 300 industry professionals from Israel and the U.S. expected. Pre-event VIP reception for Sponsors

• Early committed attendees: GE Energy, Waste Management, Shell GameChanger, CPS Energy, CenterPoint Energy, ConocoPhillips, U.S. Green Building Council – Texas Gulf Coast Chapter,  Silicon Valley Bank, AT&T, Chairman, Mr.  Barry Smitherman, Commissioner, Railroad Commission of Texas (Former Chairman, Public Utility Commission of Texas), Nokia Siemens Networks, IDE, Miya Water, Israel Cleantech Ventures, Alvarion, U.S. Army Environmental Office, Elbit Systems, Texas Institute, Pike Research, Center for International Energy & Environmental Policy, and more.

• Related conferences Rice Alliance Energy & Clean Technology Venture Forum, September 15, 2011, Houston, TX

Fast Facts

• Due to Israel’s scarce natural resources, it is leading the world in water and alternative energy innovations.

• Israel is the Silicon Valley of water. Relative to its small size, Israel has devoted more resources to the development of wastewater treatment and reclamation than any other country in the world.

• Substantial home-grown Israeli VC community dedicated to water, energy efficiency and cleantech.

General Sponsorship Packages

Chairman’s Club – $15,000 *** limit two

Status: One available

• Name listed on the invitation (largest) •    Best banner placement •    Introduction of keynote, speaking opportunity, priority podium slot
• Recognition on printed material (1 full-page in event book), and website (with hot link, for 1- year)
• Chairman Club VIP Badge
• 10 VIP tickets to breakfast, lunch & evening events, may offer clients 50% discount on registration fee
• VIP table for breakfast and lunch, tabletop display

Director’s Club – $10,000 *** limit five

Status: Available

• Name listed on the invitation (medium+)
• Large banner placement
• Recognition on printed material (1 full-page in event book), and website (with hot link, for 1-year)
• Preferred podium & speaking slot
• Director’s Club VIP Badge
• 7 VIP tickets to breakfast, lunch & evening events

CEO’s Club – $5,000 **** limit ten

Status: Nine Available

• Name listed on the invitation
• Banner placement
• Recognition on printed material, website 1 year
• CEO’s Club VIP Badge
• 3 VIP tickets to breakfast, lunch & evening events
• Podium slot

Podium Slots: Introduce a keynote speaker, moderate a panel, featured company presentation, seat on a panel.

VIP Sponsorship Packages

Master of Ceremony – $5,000 **** limit one
Status: Available

• Name listed on the invitation
• Recognition on printed material, website
• Master of Ceremony VIP Badge
• 3 VIP tickets to breakfast, lunch & evening events

VIP Reception Sponsorship – $3,500 **** limit two

Status: Available

• Banner placement at the VIP reception
• Recognition on invitations for VIP reception
• VIP Badge
• 3 VIP tickets to breakfast, lunch & evening events
• Welcome speaking slot at the VIP reception

Academic Sponsor – $2,000 ****

Status: Available

• Recognition on invitations for VIP reception
• VIP Badge
• 5 tickets for students plus 2 for sponsor
• Your foundation qualifies to dedicate sponsorship to the 501(c) 3 Israel-Texas Science & Education Foundation. Approved by the IRS as a 501(c) 3 foundation.

Speaker Fee $950**** or $450****

Status: Available

• Opportunity to speak on one of the speaker panels

VIP Reception invitation list: Keynote speakers, advisory board, select corporate executives, Texas-Israel CoC Board Members, all sponsors, Israel Economic Office (Roee Madai), all speakers, and conference volunteers.

CLICK HERE TO SPONSOR US TODAY!

NOTE: SEPT 6th is the  last day to reserve your hotel room for $169 – Function Name ” Cleanovation.”  Use Promo Code WEASSS, if booking hotel online - http://www.hotelzazahouston.com/ After SEPT. 6th, rooms are subject to availability, and/or a higher price.

Israel and Texas Working Together for Cleantech

An innovative and unique conference featuring the best Israeli and Global cleantech companies designed for building business opportunities for cleantech companies in Texas,  the USA and Israel.

Innovative Israeli Companies and High Profile US National & Texas-Based Companies Will Discuss Advances in Energy Efficiency, Smart Grid, Water, Wind, Solar, Renewable Energy & Clean Technologies, and more…

Texas and Israel are world leaders in the fields of clean & renewable energy, with Texas known best for being a leader in clean energy production while Israel is known best for its leading advances in water technologies, energy efficiency, smart grid, and more. As these industries continue to grow worldwide, can Texas and Israel combine their unique strengths to form an unstoppable powerhouse in the cleantech revolution?

Innovations in natural and renewable energies are playing a crucial role in helping to improve our global environment.

Cleanovation has emerged as one of the most important clean technology events (including energy efficiency, water, smart-grid and more) for decision makers and thought leaders from around the globe. The Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Government of Israel’s Economic Mission to the Southern Region, will host Cleanovation in Houston on Sep 14, 2011.  You do not want to miss this conference as Israel and Texas cleantech companies are coming together to share ideas, network, and discuss potential business opportunities.

More than 300 participants are anticipated to attend: leaders from Fortune 1000, select emerging growth companies and the public sector ( many having headquarters in Texas or Israel).   Also attending are customers/end users, suppliers, innovators, technologists, business development executives, & entrepreneurs

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY!

Please consider sponsoring the Texas-Israel Cleanovation Conference 2011.  Your sponsorship will contribute tremendously to our success plus it is a great way to promote your company/organization.

CLICK HERE TO SPONSOR US TODAY!

Cleanovation 2011 Agenda: The Texas-Israel Cleanovation Conference 2011 Agenda includes an assortment of presenters with subject matter expertise in protecting critical infrastructure, cross border transactions, energy efficiency, wind technology, smart grid deployment, water reuse experiences in Texas & Israel, innovations in the global water sector, and more.

To see detailed agenda, click here

1st Annual Cleanovation Conference in 2010 An International Success: Last year’s success may be viewed here.  In 2010, over 30 Israeli companies attended Cleanovation.

Thursday September 15th, 2011 is the Rice Alliance Annual Energy & Clean Technology Venture Forum, Showcasing the Most Promising Emerging Energy Technology Companies. Note:  Numerous Venture Capitalists will attend & participate.

Featured Highlights

• Early committed attendees:   GE Energy, Waste Management, CenterPoint Energy,  IBM,, CPS Energy, Green Mountain Energy, Ernst & Young, El Paso Water Utilities, San Antonio Water System, Mr. Barry Smitherman (Texas Railroad Commissioner and former PUC commissioner), Mr. John Hofmeister (Head, Citizens for Affordable Energy & former Shell Oil President), IDE, Miya Water, Houston Airport System, Ein Netafim, The Dow Energy Company, Texas Institute, CLEAResult, Consulting, Alvarion, Chevron Energy Technology Company, and more..
• One-on-one meetings to build and fund your business
• Presentations by featured Israeli and US companies
• More than 300 industry professionals expected
• New industry technology
• Break-out sessions and private meetings will be arranged

Quick Facts

• Due to Israel’s scarce natural resources, it is leading the world in water and alternative energy innovations
• Israel is the Silicon Valley of water. Relative to its small size, Israel has devoted more resources to the development of wastewater treatment and reclamation than any other country in the world
• Home grown Israeli VC community – Israel has a vibrant local VC community which includes Israel Cleantech Ventures, AquaAgro and Terra Ventures – three firms dedicated to investing in Israel’s cleantech sector
• The sun shines brightly over Israel -  The solar radiation Israel receives is a driver of solar thermal companies
• Leveragability of tech expertise to cleantech – Israel’s tech sector has flourished through the creation of core technology competencies that are world leading.
• The Bird Energy Fund, a joint U.S & Israeli government fund targeted to fund R&D partnerships between Israeli and U.S companies has been making grants on a regular basis.  The Texas-Israel Chamber can help you find the right partner
• Israeli & US Venture Capital Firms firms have already committed to participate in this event representing over $1B in investment potential

Speaking Slots & Sponsorships Available

To reserve a speaking slot and/or sponsor Cleanovation 2011, please contact us at info@texasisrael.org or 214-576-9692.  Click here to sponsor.

About Us

The Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce is our members’ best source for relationships, innovation and information to create trade, jobs and wealth in Texas and Israel.  The Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce is a 501c6 non-profit business development organization that bridges Texas and Israel by identifying market, investment and technology opportunities and facilitates meaningful networking and cooperation.  A dynamic organization comprised of many of the highest quality professionals and individuals in Texas and Israel, the Chamber’s economic development activities directly benefit Texas, Israel and the communities in which we live.  Your participation will go a long way toward strengthening your business, our offering and those we serve.

The Government of Israel Economic Office provides a direct link between Israeli and U.S. business and financial communities in the Southern States.  Their goal is to stimulate and expand bilateral trade and investment to provide timely information that executives in both countries need to conduct business together, in order to create an environment for collaboration and cooperation between U.S. and Israeli business interests. They facilitate strategic alliances between Israeli and U.S. companies in the Southern States of Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, New Mexico, Texas, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Georgia and Arkansas; identify investment opportunities for U.S. companies interested in investing in Israeli technology or in the venture capital industry and private equity market; provide information on available grants, loans and incentives; provide contacts, guidance and support for Israeli companies interested in raising capital, exporting their goods and services and finding strategic partners in the U.S.: arrange conferences, business delegations and campaigns aimed at expanding trade and economic cooperation between the U.S. and Israel.

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