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SUMMARY:California Global Hydrogen Energy Summit
DESCRIPTION:Center for Houston’s is pleased to announce we are a supporting partner of the California Global Hydrogen Energy Summit. \nThe summit\, produced by the Green Hydrogen Coalition (GHC) and co-hosted by the California Energy Commission (CEC)\, Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems (ARCHES)\, California Air Resources Board (CARB)\, and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWK)\, is an interactive in-person event where global thought leaders\, industry stakeholders\, and policymakers convene to explore the role of renewable hydrogen in accelerating our energy transition. \nWe invite you to join us at the event\, which feature a distinguished lineup of global thought leaders from Germany\, Denmark and Japan—including Dr. Falk Bömeke\, Head of International Collaboration for Climate and Energy\, German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy; Birte Sönnichsen\, Hydrogen Market Design Department Head\, German Association of Energy and Water Industries; Henrik Stiesdal\, Founder of Stiesdal; and Sean (Kagiyama) Miki\, Program Manager for Energy & Environment\, New Energy & Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO)—this event is not to be missed. The Center’s Brett Perlman will also join as a panelist and moderator. \n  \nSpotlight on opening keynotes: \n  \nWhy Hydrogen\, Why Now? \n·         A Global Perspective  Presenter: Henrik Stiesdal\, Founder of Stiesdal and pioneer in the modern wind energy industry\, including floating wind turbines \n·         A National Perspective  Presenter (via pre-recorded video): U.S. Representative Mike Levin (49th District)\, Member of the House Committee on Appropriations\, Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development \n·         A State Perspective  Presenter: Assemblymember Chris Rogers – State and Asm District 2 Perspective \n·         A Local Perspective Presenter: Sacramento Mayor Pro Tem Eric Guerra \n  \nRegister now to meet the following confirmed speakers and market-making thought leaders:   \n·         Liane Randolph\, Chair\, California Air Resources Board \n·         Siva Gunda\, Vice Chair\, California Energy Commission \n·         Andrew McAllister\, Commissioner\, California Energy Commission \n·         Noemi Gallardo\, Commissioner\, California Energy Commission \n\n·         Dr. Falk Bömeke\, Head of International Collaboration for Climate and Energy\, German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy \n\n·         Angelina Galiteva\, CEO\, Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems \n\n·         Mike Levin\, US Representative\, 49th District (participating via pre-recorded video) \n\n·         Tyson Eckerle\, Senior Advisor for Clean Infrastructure and Mobility\, California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development \n\n·         Chris Rogers\, Assemblymember\, California’s 2nd Assembly District \n\n\n·         Eric Guerra\, Mayor Pro Tem Sacramento\, Sacramento City Council District 6​ \n\n·         Brett Perlman\, Managing Director\, Center for Houston’s Future \n·         Chris Green\, CEO\, Pacific Northwest H2 \n·         Jason Caudle\, CEO\, First Public Hydrogen \n·         Jason Rondou\, Assistant General Manager\, Power Planning and Operations\, LADWP \n·         Jakob Krummenacher\, Vice President of Clean Energy\, LSB Industries \n·         Jeffrey Benoit\, Vice President of Clean Energy Solutions\, PSM \n·         Jim Gillis\, President Pacific Region\, IMC Logistics \n·         Mario Cordero\, CEO\, Port of Long Beach \n·         Matthew McMonagle\, CEO & Founder\, Novo Hydrogen \n·         Mike Petouhoff\, Associate Principal – Americas Hydrogen & Sustainable Fuels Leader\, ARUP \n·         Bill Elrick\, Executive Director\, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Partnership \n  \nCalifornia and Germany’s commitment to a clean energy future and establishing a scaled\, clean hydrogen marketplace continues to set the standard for global collaboration and sustainability. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with thought leaders and industry pioneers shaping the hydrogen landscape. \n  \n🎉Sponsors include: ARUP\, PSM\, Port of Long Beach\, Element Resources\, and First Public Hydrogen Authority. \n🔗 Learn more about the event and view the full program: https://www.ghcoalition.org/california-global-hydrogen-energy-transition-summit-2025 \n🎟️ Register here: https://whova.com/portal/registration/NWyCWAbOrixElAHbwV3r/ \n🤝 Become a Sponsor: https://share.hsforms.com/1tyfd_SmoRtOiYVtDP_sA4w32bvq \n📩For questions or assistance\, contact Vicky Tran\, GHC Marketing & Operations Specialist\, at vtran@ghcoaltion.org  \n 
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SUMMARY:Summer Salon
DESCRIPTION:Summer Salon presented by bp: \nDigital Technology and AI: Challenges and Opportunities for Driving Energy innovation \nOur annual Summer Salon breakfast programming will feature a timely conversation about the intersection of digital technology\, including artificial intelligence\, and energy innovation. Please join us for a casual breakfast discussion\, “Digital Technology and AI: Challenges and Opportunities for Driving Energy Innovation.” \nThe program will include a panel discussion featuring: \nShobhana Mani\, VP Innovation and Digital Science at bp \nDr. Debalina Sengupta\, Assistant Vice President – Energy Transition Institute at the University of Houston \n Matthew McDermott\, founder and CEO of Newfound Materials \nTirthak Patel\, Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Rice University and Director of the Positive Technology Lab \nAs always\, our Summer Salons include opportunities for audience Q&A. \nWhen: Tuesday\, July 29th\, 7:30-9:00 AM\nWhere: Junior League of Houston \nCost: $25\n Register here \n  \nThe energy industry is undergoing a digital transformation\, with artificial intelligence and advanced technologies creating new possibilities and opportunities for innovation while presenting unique challenges. Our panelists will explore critical questions such as: How do we marry the digital to the physical? How do use AI responsibly in energy operations? How can digital innovation improve worker safety? What are the opportunities and obstacles? \nYou’ll hear from leaders and experts at the forefront of integrating digital technologies with traditional energy operations and have a chance to ask questions about the future of AI-driven energy innovation. \nThis conversation is designed to be accessible to all Houstonians interested in the future of energy and technology.
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