The goal of the Aspen Institute Program on Energy, the Environment, and the Economy is to provide the leadership and the forum for consensus building dialogue in the areas of energy and environmental policies. It brings together individuals from many different segments of government, industry, the investment community, environmental and other public interest groups, and the academic world to address critical issues related to energy and the environment.
Emphasis is on developing a coherent, objective assessment of policy issues.
The Aspen Institute meetings, in a congenial and non-adversarial setting, encourage positive interaction among private and public sector participants and seek areas of consensus and shared understanding of the reasons for disagreements. The credibility gained from working within the Aspen Institute structure and from the broad spectrum of participants allows for quick and effective dissemination of findings on promising means for resolution of policy problems. Environmental Values and Policies - a seminar exploring differing values systems and how they affect current policy issues. Environmental Policy Forum - a program that convenes scientific, business, and environmental leaders to discuss global environmental issues. Dialogue on Dams and Rivers - a series of meetings to consider when it is appropriate to remove dams and how to make the process more efficient.