3:00-3:05pm
Welcome note with Hlynur Gudjonsson, Consul General and Trade Commissioner, Consulate General of Iceland in New York
3:05-3:10pm
Iceland: Energy and Innovation video
3:10-3:30pm
Energy and Innovation in Iceland – Iceland is a leader in renewable energy, generating more than 99% of its energy from renewable resources. This striking fact is a result of strategic local decision making and innovation. At this event, Landsvirkjun will discuss its part in Iceland’s energy transition, how it thrives for path-breaking innovation and has created opportunities in Iceland for innovative companies who benefit from Iceland’s green image.
- Bjarni Palsson, Director of Geothermal Energy in Research and Development Division, Landsvirkjun
- Haraldur Hallgrimsson, Director of Business Development, Landsvirkjun
3:30-3:50pm
Start Ups Presentation
- Iceland presentation with Sjöfn Sigurgisladottir, CEO, KeyNatura and SagaMedica
- Seattle presentation with Craig Husa, CEO, Impact Bioenergy Inc.
3:50-4:10pm
Energy Innovation in Washington State – The Northwest has long been recognized for its people who care passionately about the environment. The region’s hydropower legacy, for example, has provided a clean and efficient electricity profile that is a world leader. But its future will be determined by its world-class innovation and energy research leadership.
- J. Thomas Ranken, President and CEO, CleanTech Alliance
4:10-5:00pm
Panel discussions and Q&A
Moderator: Hlynur Gudjonsson, Consul General and Trade Commissioner, Consulate General of Iceland in New York
Panelists:
- Bjarni Palsson, Director of Geothermal Energy in Research and Development Division, Landsvirkjun
- Craig Husa, CEO, Impact Bioenergy Inc.
- Haraldur Hallgrimsson, Director of Business Development, Landsvirkjun
- J. Thomas Ranken, President and CEO, CleanTech Alliance
- Will Einstein, Director New Product Development Puget Sound Energy
5:00-6:00pm
Networking and Cocktail Reception
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