German American Treffpunkt - Colorado
Green Horizons: Pioneering Zero-Carbon Industries
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German American Treffpunkt - Colorado
1123 Auraria Pkwy, Ste. 100
80204
Denver, CO
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Member: $20
Non-Member: $35
Event Start
09/05/2024 · 04:30 PM
Event End
09/05/2024 · 07:30 PM
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The U.S. industrial and transportation sectors together account for about two-thirds of the nation’s energy-related CO2 emissions. Both the U.S. and Germany have made commitments to reach net-zero emissions by mid-century, which necessitates rapid decarbonization of major sectors of the global economy. GACC-CO is hosting a panel discussion in Denver, CO on September 5th at the German American Treffpunkt to raise awareness of the decarbonization strategies within the U.S. and discuss impacts of decarbonization on German-American relations. The agenda includes a short presentation to frame the critical barriers and opportunities to achieve net-zero, followed by a panel of GACC business members to discuss their thoughts and actions toward decarbonizing their company operations and supply chains.

Sign up to join this interesting panel discussion, followed by networking, and drinks with the German American business community.
 

Key Takeaways:

- Learn more about US carbon emissions and effects of it

- Learn about decarbonization and the long term goals associated with it

- Learn the impacts of Decarbonization and what it will take to get there

Samantha Seems

Samantha Seems

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Anne Shudy Palmer

Anne Shudy Palmer, Director of Sustainability, Green Worldwide Shipping

Anne Shudy Palmer serves as Director of Sustainability for Green Worldwide Shipping, a leading provider of international logistics services and supply chain management. Anne is a sustainability expert and LEED accredited professional with over 20 years of experience in certification, program development, technical project management, reporting, and communication across business, public, and nonprofit sectors. Anne holds a Master of Science in Sustainability from the University of Wisconsin-Madison as well as a double Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Communication Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Jacob Schneeberger

Jacob Schneeberger is the Director of Sales for Prost Brewing Company, a world-class craft brewery based in Northglenn, Colorado, celebrated for its authentic German-style biers. Since joining the company, Jacob has leveraged his experience in bier sales to drive growth, foster relationships and expand Prost Brewing’s market presence. His understanding of the craft beer industry and expertise in sales continue to drive success for the company. Jacob earned his Bachelor's in Landscape Architecture from Colorado State University with a focus of Urban Design and Water Conservation.

Sam Gage

Sam Gage, PhD, is a Program Supervisor of Industrial Decarbonization Analysis and Modeling at Energetics. As a clean energy consultant, Sam manages efforts related to Strategic Analysis for his primary client, the Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). In this role, Sam contributes to industrial decarbonization analysis and modeling, specifically pertaining to energy- and emissions-intensive industries, including chemicals, petroleum refining, iron & steel, cement, food & beverage, and pulp & paper. Support activities include model development to measure potential impact of greenhouse gas reduction technologies and policies, facilitation of engagement with industry stakeholders, identification of technology gaps and opportunities, and execution of decarbonization strategy through funding of innovative research and development projects and pilot scale demonstrations.

Before joining Energetics, Sam was a materials scientist at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, where he led development of next generation, ultra-high temperature molten chloride salt thermal energy storage systems.

Sam has a BS in Chemistry and BA in Germanic Studies from Indiana University. He has an MSc in Applied Chemistry from the Clausthal University of Technology and earned his PhD in Applied Chemistry from the Colorado School of Mines in 2018. Notably, Sam’s professional development has been greatly shaped by German institutions. His master’s degree was done in Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Niedersachsen, and he has conducted research at the German Aerospace Center of Networked Energy Systems and the Max-Planck Institute for Coal Research. Sam was also selected to participate in the 43rd American-German Young Leaders Conference in Berlin and serves on the Board to Directors for the German-American Chamber of Commerce – Colorado Chapter, which facilitates business development and cultural exchange between Germany and Colorado.

Hali Levandoski

As Manager of Environmental Sustainability at United Airlines, Hali is responsible for leading the development and implementation of sustainability initiatives as part of United's overall global environmental strategy. She oversees initiatives that focus on United’s ESG strategy, value chain, and strategic engagement with the objective of driving progress towards meeting United's climate ambitions. This work supports United’s commitment to achieving net zero GHG emissions by 2050, without relying on the use of voluntary carbon offsets. Her work also supports the communications and disclosures that tell United’s climate story with integrity, transparency and consistency. Hali has worked across a wide range of industries supporting initiatives that promote sustainability and environmental benefits. Hali earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications Studies from the University of Michigan, and she currently resides in Chicago.

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