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**GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL TEAM NEWSLETTER**

**FALL 2007/WINTER 2008**

**Robin F. Mugford, Trade Specialist**

**U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Assistance Center**

**28055 Ashley Circle, Suite 212**

**Libertyville, IL 60048**

**847-327-9082 (T) 847-247-0423 (F)**

**E-Mail:** <robin.mugford@mail.doc.gov>

# CALENDER OF TRADE EVENTS

**[INTERNATIONAL ECOLOGICAL FAIR POLEKO 2007]{.underline}: POLEKO is the
largest international event in Central and Eastern Europe focusing on
environmental protection technologies and equipment. It's scheduled on
November 20-23, 2007 in Poznan, Poland. The show features equipment and
technologies for water, soil and air protection; city waste and noise
monitoring; and chemical and industrial waste management. The European
Union provides member-countries with special funds to protect the
environment and U.S. companies are eligible to participate as partners
in EU-funded projects in Poland. For additional information, contact
Commercial Specialist Ania Janczewska, U.S. Commercial Service Warsaw by
e-mail at <ania.janczewska@mail.doc.gov>. Visit the website at
[www.poleko.mtp.pl/en](http://www.poleko.mtp.pl/en).**

**[TURKEY & CIS ENVIROTECH]{.underline}: This environmental technology
services and equipment trade show is taking place on November 23-24,
2007 at the Hilton Convention & Exhibition Centre in Istanbul, Turkey.
It's held along side the Black Sea & Caspian Ecology summit and provides
an ideal platform for exhibiting companies to meet and conduct business
face-to-face with solution providers, suppliers, and eco-technology
companies with regional governmental and private transport and energy
industry representatives. For more information, contact Commercial
Specialist Ebru Olcay, U.S. Commercial Service Istanbul, by e-mail at
<ebru.olcay@mail.doc.gov>. Visit the website at
[www.biztradeshows.com/trade-events/turkey-cis-envirotech.html](http://www.biztradeshows.com/trade-events/turkey-cis-envirotech.html).**

**[CLEANTECH SCANDINAVIA CAPITAL DAY 2007]{.underline}: After two
successful events in Finland in 2006 and in Sweden, May 2007, Cleantech
Scandinavia is pleased to announce that the next Cleantech Scandinavia
Day will take place in Lahti, Finland on November 28, 2007. The event
will be hosted together with the Finnish Cleantech Cluster, Lahti
Science and Business Park, and in partnership with Cleantech Venture
Network. The event will highlight the materials and water cleantech
investment segments, providing a forward-looking insight into
technological innovations with high growth potential. Eight selected
Nordic cleantech companies will present their business cases,
alternating with prominent guest-speakers introducing key concepts,
political and economic frameworks, as well as, market expansion
prospects. For additional information, contact Commercial Specialist Mia
Maki, U.S. Commercial Service Helsinki by e-mail at
<mia.maki@mail.doc.gov>. Visit the website at
<http://www.cleantechscandinavia.com/lahti/index.html>.**

**[POLLUTEC HORIZONS 2007]{.underline}: The U.S. Commercial Service, in
conjunction with the Environmental Marketing Group, is pleased to invite
American firms to participate in the U.S. Pavilion at Pollutec 2007,
France's largest environmental technology trade show. The show will be
held on November 27-30, 2007 at the Exhibition Center, Paris Nord,
Villepinte, Paris, France. It will cover sectors including water, air,
noise, waste, recycling, energy, and engineering. A package including a
booth in the U.S. Pavilion, pre-show promotion, a market briefing,
logistical and special on-site assistance, interpreters, market studies,
and face-to-face meetings with potential customers will be offered to
exhibitors for the duration of the show. For additional details, contact
Commercial Specialist Everett Wakai, U.S. Commercial Service Paris, by
e-mail at <everett.wakai@mail.doc.gov>. Visit the show website at
[www.pollutec.com](http://www.pollutec.com/).**

**[CLEAN ENERGY TRADE MISSION 2008 TO CHINA & INDIA]{.underline}: Join
the U.S. Department of Commerce's Clean Energy Mission to China and
India. Clean energy technologies have moved to the forefront of energy
infrastructure investments in China and India. These two powerhouse
economies are seeking to diversify energy sources while reducing carbon
emission in the context of sustained economic growth. The Mission is
going to Beijing, Guangzhou, and Hong Kong on January 8-13, 2008 and to
Kolkata and Bangalore on January 14-18, 2008. U.S. companies committed
to making sales of clean energy and energy efficiency technologies such
as renewable energy, clean coal, distributed generation, and bio-fuels
are encouraged to participate. The fee is \$3,500 per company, \$1,500
for each additional company representative. To participate in only one
country, the fee is \$1,750 per person, \$750 for each additional
company representative. For additional information, please contact
Justin Rathke by phone at 202-482-7916 or by e-mail at
<Justin.rathke@mail.doc.gov>. Visit the mission website at
<http://www.export.gov/cleanenergymission>.**

**[WORLD ENERGY SUMMIT]{.underline}: The World Energy Summit Trade Show
will take place in Abu Dhabi on January 21-23, 2008. The U.S. Commercial
Service, in partnership with MASDAR, the Abu Dhabi Future Energy
Company, is supporting the event. Although Abu Dhabi is a major
hydrocarbon producing nation (sits on 1/10 of the world's oil & gas
reserves), the government made a decision to embrace renewable and
sustainable energy technologies as a first step towards this objective
by establishing the MASDAR initiative, a global cooperative platform for
open engagement in the search for solutions to mankind's most pressing
issues such as energy security and the environment. The Summit will
offer U.S. companies to meet MASDAR and UAE companies, as well as, the
leading giants from around the world. If interested in exhibiting at the
show or attending, contact Commercial Specialist Rula Omeish, U.S.
Commercial Service Abu Dhabi, by e-mail at <rula.omeish@mail.doc.gov>.
Full details on MASDAR can be seen on their website at
[www.masdaruae.com](http://www.masdaruae.com/).**

**[MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY 2008]{.underline}: This conference is sponsored
by the Water Environment Federation with the cooperation of the Georgia
Association of Water Professionals. It will take place on January 27-30,
2008 at the Omni Hotel at CNN Center in Atlanta, GA. Membrane Technology
is the preeminent conference on membranes for reclamation, reuse, water
quality, sourcewater, replenishment, and reverse osmosis applications in
wastewater treatment. For additional details and registration
information, visit the website [www.wef.org](http://www.wef.org/), go to
"Conferences and Training."**

**[GLOBE 2008]{.underline}: Provides a unique opportunity for companies
to network with decision-makers from around the world. It is an
excellent forum for introducing technological innovation to
environmental business leaders. Globe will take place on March 12-24,
2008 at the Vancouver Expo Center in Vancouver, Canada. Product
categories will include air pollution control, energy efficiency,
engineering services, environmental audits, finance, GIS & information
technology, hazardous waste, ISO/EMS consulting, impact assessment
management, laboratory equipment and services, monitoring equipment and
services, pollution prevention technology, remediation/containment,
renewable energy, research and development, resource management, solid
waste management, and wastewater treatment. For additional information,
contact Commercial Specialist Cheryl Schell, U.S. Commercial Service
Vancouver by e-mail at <cheryl.schell@mail.doc.gov>. Visit the website
at [www.globe.ca](http://www.globe.ca/).**

**[WQA AQUATECH USA 2008]{.underline}: WQA Aquatech USA, an
international exhibition and conference on water technology, attracts
multiple water industry groups including process water, drinking water,
ultrapure, and wastewater for residential, commercial, and industrial
users. Aquatech will take place on March 26-28, 2008 at the Mandalay Bay
Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. For additional information, contact
the Water Quality Association (WQA) by phone at 630-505-0160 or by
e-mail at <convention@wqa.org>. Visit the show website at
[www.wqa-aquatech.com](http://www.wqa-aquatech.com/).**

**[ENVIRONMENTAL STRATEGIES SUMMIT]{.underline}: The Environmental
Strategies Summit is taking place in Chicago, IL on April 7-8, 2008 at
the Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel. Environmental Protection Magazine and
Water & Wastewater News are presenting the Summit for environmental
managers who are responsible for solid or hazardous waste disposal, air
or water pollution, or air or water treatment. The Summit will address
issues related to proper disposal and potential reuse of solid and
hazardous waste, managing treatment of air and water pollutants, and
compliance in a changing regulatory environment. For additional
information, visit the website
[www.essummit.com](http://www.essummit.com/).**

**[WASTE EXPO 2008]{.underline}: Is the largest trade show in North
America serving the solid waste and recycling markets. Sponsored by The
Environmental Industry Associations and Waste Age Magazine, the show
will take place on May 5 --7, 2008 at McCormick Place Convention Center
in Chicago, IL. Waste Expo has been designated as an International Buyer
Program which means U.S. Commercial Service Commercial Specialists will
recruit trade delegations to attend the show. Product concentration
areas include collection/transfer, landfill management, and
recycling/processing/composting. Visit the show website at
[www.wasteexpo.com](http://www.wasteexpo.com/).**

**[IFAT 2008]{.underline}: IFAT 2008 will take place on May 5-9, 2008 at
the New Munich Trade Fair Centre in Munich, Germany. It's a
comprehensive fair that revolves around the water, sewage, refuse, and
recycling sectors. New topics such as coastal protection/flood control
and waste-to-energy concepts take changing climate conditions and the
growing lack of resources into account. IFAT has focused on the overall
topic of water for years. Visit the website at
[www.mtfna.com/ifat](http://www.mtfna.com/ifat).**

**[AQUATECH CHINA 2008]{.underline}: The world's number one trade fair
brand for process, drinking, and waste water will make its China debut
in Shanghai on May 28-30, 2008. Aquatech China will be created by a
powerful partnership that combines the very best of international
know-how. Amsterdam RAI will work together with the Shanghai-based
exhibition company CHC, supported by the Water Quality Association, the
International Water Association, and the China Council for the Promotion
of International Trade. In light of the recent unveiling of the
government's new Five Year Plan, there can be no better time to enter
the Chinese market. From 2006 to 2010, no less than 600 billion Yuan
(US\$ 77 billion) will be invested in the Chinese water industry. For
additional information, visit the show website at
[www.aquatechtrade.com](http://www.aquatechtrade.com/).**

**[AWWA 2008]{.underline}: The American Water Works Association is
sponsoring the AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition on June 8-12, 2008 at
the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. It's the most
comprehensive and diverse conference in the world for professionals in
the water and wastewater industry. Visit the website
[www.awwa.org](http://www.awwa.org/) for future information on the
show.**

**[AQUATECH AMSTERDAM 2008]{.underline}: The world's leading trade event
for process, drinking, and wastewater is taking place on September
30-October 3, 2008 in Amsterdam. It's the place to meet water
professionals from all over the world who wish to keep abreast of all
the latest developments in the water markets. Visit the website
[www.aquatechtrade.com/amsterdam](http://www.aquatechtrade.com/amsterdam)
for future information on the show.**

**[ENVIRO-PRO POWERMEX 2008]{.underline}: Enviro-Pro PowerMex 2008 is
the largest and most important international exhibition for the
environmental and energy industries in Mexico. It's schedule to take
place on October 16-18, 2008 in Mexico City. Industry and government
decision makers will meet with the leading suppliers of innovative
technologies and solutions to their environmental problems. Enviro-Pro
Mexico 2008 is also being held in conjunction with PowerMex Clean Energy
& Efficiency 2008, which focuses on products, services, and technologies
involved in the transmission, generation, distribution, and cogeneration
of electrical energy. For additional information, contact Commercial
Specialist Francisco Ceron, U.S. Commercial Service Mexico City, by
e-mail at franciso.ceron@mail.doc.gov. Visit the website
[www.ejkrause.com](http://www.ejkrause.com/).**

## INFORMATION SITES TO VISIT

**[ENVIRONMENTAL E-MARKET EXPRESS:]{.underline} The Environmental
e-Market Express was created to provide monthly updates regarding new
environmental market research reports, trade leads, and events generated
by U.S. Commercial Service Specialists in American Embassies and
Consulates worldwide. You can register to receive this on-line monthly
newsletter directly by visiting the website at
<http://www.buyusa.gov/eme/enviro.html>.**

**[GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL TEAM WEBSITE]{.underline}: The Global
Environmental Team created a new website to post worldwide team events,
marketing information, newsletters, and other useful resource
information. Visit the website at
<http://www.buyusa.gov/environmental>.**

**[ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIES INDUSTRIES OFFICE:]{.underline} The
Environmental Technologies Industries (ETI) Office in Washington, D.C.
was created specifically to help U.S. companies in the environmental
industry compete and win as they expand their markets overseas. On the
ETI website,
[http://www.environment.ita.doc.gov](http://www.environment.ita.doc.gov/),
you will find news and industry facts, regional and industry trade
specialists, calendar of events, market research, trade associations,
environmental journals and periodicals, websites, newsletters, and trade
finance.**

**[ASIA NOW ENVIRONMENTAL TEAM]{.underline}: The Asia Now Environmental
Team was established to assist American environmental technology
companies explore opportunities in Asia-Pacific. The team is composed of
environmental specialists from the U.S. Commercial Service offices in
Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia,
New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Market
research, trade events, and trade leads can be found on the Asia Now
website at
<http://www.buyusa.gov/asianow/asianow_environmental_team.html>.**

**[U.S.-CHINA ENVIRONMENTAL BIZ NEWSLETTER:]{.underline} The U.S.-China
Environmental Business Newsletter is published monthly by the U.S.
Commercial Service in Shanghai. It contains timely information on
project opportunities, events, and news items related to China's
environmental market. To subscribe to this free newsletter, please send
an e-mail with your name and full contact information for your company
(including company name, address, e-mail, telephone, fax, and website)
to: <office.box.shanghai@mail.doc.gov>. For up-to-date information about
the environmental sector in China, visit the website
[www.buyusa.gov/china/en/environmental.html](http://www.buyusa.gov/china/en/environmental.html).**

**[ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK:]{.underline} The U.S. Commercial Service
Liaison Office to the Asian Development Bank (CS ADB) is a part of the
U.S. Department of Commerce's global network of export development
offices. CS ADB helps U.S. firms target their efforts through counseling
and market research, introductions/appointments with key ADB officer,
electronic distribution of monthly new project alerts, regular ADB
Business Opportunity Seminars in the U.S. and Asia, and through
individual advocacy to ensure fair and transparent competition. To learn
more about ADB business opportunities, please visit the CS ADB website,
<http://www.buyusa.gov/adb>.**

**[SHOWCASE EUROPE -- ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIES]{.underline}: If you're
looking for new export markets and business opportunities for your
environmental products and services in Europe, you should look at the
website, <http://www.buyusa.gov/europe/environmental_technologies.html>.
The website contains information on trade events, market research
reports, and links to other in-country organizations and resources.**

**\*\*QUICKTAKE PROGRAM\*\* - If you're interested in Europe's growing
environment markets, you should take advantage of "Quicktake", a service
for export-ready American companies. For \$750, 30 market specialists
across Europe will review your product or service's export potential in
their respective markets. In fifteen business days, you will get a
survey that covers current demand, future demand, competition, need for
partner, local tastes, and technical requirements. To request this
program, go to
<http://www.buyusa.gov/europe/environmental_quicktake.html>.**

**[EUROPEAN BANK FOR RECONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT (EBRD)]{.underline}:
The EBRD is directed to promote environmentally sound and sustainable
development. Project finance for private and state sectors projects is
EBRD's core business. All projects provide a number of procurement
opportunities. U.S. companies can access information about projects
through the EBRD website at
<http://www.ebrd.com/oppor/procure/opps/index.htm>.**

**[INTER-AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (IDB)]{.underline}: The IDB is an
international institution that funds development projects for its 26
Latin American and Caribbean countries. U.S. firms interested in
participating in procurements funded by IDB loans can use their website,
[http://www.iadb.org](http://www.iadb.org/) to get information on the
project development process and procurement rules.**

**[U.S. TRADE & DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (USTDA)]{.underline}: USTDA helps
U.S. companies pursue overseas business opportunities through the
funding of feasibility studies, orientation visits, training grants,
conferences, and various forms of technical assistance in middle income
and development countries. Visit USTDA's website at
[http://www.tda.gov](http://www.tda.gov/).**

**[OVERSEAS PRIVATE INVESTMENT CORPORATION (OPIC)]{.underline}: OPIC was
established to help U.S. businesses invest overseas, fosters economic
development in new and emerging markets, complements the private sector
in managing risks associated with foreign direct investment, and
supports U.S. policy. Because OPIC charges market-based fees for its
products, it operates on a self-sustaining basis at no cost to
taxpayers. Visit OPIC's website at
[http://www.opic.gov](http://www.opic.gov/).**

**[THE ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESS JOURNAL (EBJ)]{.underline}: Is the leading
business publication for companies operating in the environmental
industry. EBJ provides a strategic overview and an independent
perspective on market trends and business strategies that affect this
changing industry. Subscribers get access to primary research by
Environmental Business International (EBI) staff, first-hand results of
detailed market surveys, and in-depth assessments of environmental
markets. Each issue presents a specific industry segment or management
issue. Visit the website at
<http://environmental-industry.com/ebj/ebj.html>.**

**[WATER ONLINE]{.underline}: Acts as a web source for professionals in
the municipal and industrial water and wastewater markets. Additional
markets covered include stormwater, erosion control, and commercial and
residential water. Water Online's main goal is to create connections
between buyers, designers, and specifiers with manufacturers of relevant
products, systems, and services. Visit the website at
[http://www.wateronline.com](http://www.wateronline.com/).**

**[WATER & WASTES DIGEST MAGAZINE]{.underline}: Published monthly by
Scranton Gillette Communications in Des Plaines, IL, Water & Wastes
Digest (WWD) is the one of the leading sources of information for water
and wastewater professionals in the municipal and industrial sectors.
The magazine offers e-newsletters, a China edition and an International
Business Resource Center that provides timely notification of tenders
and development from around the globe. For a subscription visit
[http://WWDmag.com](http://WWDmag.com/) and use the link at the top of
the page. To advertise, contact Hal Gillette at <hgillette@sgcmail.com>
or by phone at 847-391-1033.**

**[ORGANIZATION FOR ECONOMIC COOPERATION & DEVELOPMENT
(OECD)]{.underline}: The OECD's mission on trade and environment is to
promote compatibility and mutual reinforcement between both policy areas
and the promotion of sustainable development. The OECD undertook a study
titled, "Business Perceptions of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) facing Trade
in Selected Environmental Goods and Associated Services." The study can
be accessed at the following website. Note that the study is posted in
two parts.**
[http://www.oecd.org/department/0,3355,en_2649_34183_1_1_1_1_1,00.html]{.underline}