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SUMMARY:Denmark Wind & Hydro Energy Business Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Denmark has a long-standing tradition within renewable energy\, especially the development of wind power have put Denmark at the very front when it comes to green transition in the energy sector. This long-standing tradition has given Danish companies valuable skills to develop cost-effective projects and solutions\, invest locally\, and share knowledge and experience with other partners within the energy sector internationally. \nIn 2022\, the fraction of wind and solar power in the total electricity consumption hit an all-time high with 53.3%. Danish ambitions to power the future with green energy are high\, and so\, breaking records are set to be a reoccurring phenomenon to achieve the national target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% and become a global front-runner in renewable energy sources. \nOver the course of an afternoon filled with discussions and presentions\, you will get an overview of the latest updates and developments within energy in Austin\, and get insights in the Danish wind energy and hydrogen space. Together\, we will explore market opportunties and potential partnerships across the Atlantic. \n \nAGENDA \n2:15 PM Welcome\nBen Ramirez\, Executive Director\, Center for Global Trade\, World Affairs Council of Austin \n2:20 PM Presentation by City of Austin\nZach Baumer\, Interim Chief Sustainability Officer\, the City of Austin\, presents the sustainability office’s work on the climate equity plan\, and the shift in conversations in Austin from a more historical lens. \n2:40 PM  Energy transition in Austin\nAustin Energy on their energy transition plans and their experience collaborating with different entities\, by Erika Bierschbach\, Vice President\, Energy Market Operations & Resource Planning\, Austin Energy \n3:00 PM         The Danish Renewable Energy Story\nIntroduction to Denmark’s experiences with renewable energy\, by Troels Ranis\, Energy Director of the Confederation of Danish Industry \n3:15 PM  Networking and company presentations\nShort introduction to the Danish companies attending the event followed by networking \n4:40PM Closing remarks\nBen Ramirez\, Executive Director\, Center for Global Trade\, World Affairs Council of Austin \n   \nParking is available for $10 at the Palmer Events Center Parking Garage\, located at 900 Barton Springs Road. There are two entrances to the garage\, one at Riverside Drive and South First Street near the Long Center’s Circular Drive\, and one on Barton Springs Road adjacent to the Palmer Events Center main entrance. Click HERE for detailed directions and parking maps. \n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/denmark-energy-b2b-event/
LOCATION:Long Center for the Performing Arts\, 701 W. Riverside Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Cleantech,Europe,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:EU @ SXSW 2023
DESCRIPTION:The European Union returns to SXSW with a collection of exciting discussions on topics like robotics\, crypto\, tech innovation\, and Web3. This year\, we’re co-hosting with some great partners from March 11-14 in locations across downtown Austin. \nPlease remember to register as a limited number of seats are available at each event. \n \nThe current program includes: \n\nHollywood Vs Real World Robots & the Public Perception of Tech – As robotics rapidly become a part of healthcare and green industries\, how can we integrate them into life at work\, home\, and public spaces? Saturday\, March 11\, 4 PM CT at Parker Jazz Club\nWhere Did Tech Innovation Go? – How do we address the growing gap between humanity’s technological capabilities and what is happening on the ground? Sunday\, March 12\, 2:30 PM CT\, Parkside\nRegulating Crypto for Responsible Innovation – The EU and the United States are facing a global challenge: How do we regulate cryptocurrency as it becomes mainstream?Monday\, March 13\, at 10 AM at the Hilton Austin\nPestilence\, Famine\, War. . . Death? The Future of Trade – European Commission Director General for Trade\, Sabine Weyand\, joins a panel of experts to discuss the current state of our trade relationships. Monday\, March 13\, 4 PM CT\, Hilton Austin\nMusic & Web3: Everything You Always Wanted to Know – Learn from the experts in roundtable workshops with discussions on copyright and cross-platform monetization\, growing your global audiences\, and minting your NFT ideas. Tuesday\, March 14\, 10 AM CT\, Wax Myrtle’s\n\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/eu-sxsw-2023/
LOCATION:MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:Next Stop: Hong Kong
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore Hong Kong’s business and investment opportunities and network with a high-powered delegation from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office. This FREE reception focuses on the “two-way highway” of rich opportunity for Austin businesses to connect with international delegates and features the latest updates from Hong Kong including initiatives underway to attract enterprises and talent. \n \n\nParking is available for $8 at the Palmer Events Center Parking Garage\, located at 900 Barton Springs Road. There are two entrances to the garage\, one at Riverside Drive and South First Street near the Long Center’s Circular Drive\, and one on Barton Springs Road adjacent to the Palmer Events Center main entrance. Click HERE for detailed directions and parking maps.\nA primary focus for this event is networking. Bring your business cards!\nThe dress code for this event is business casual.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/next-stop-hong-kong/
LOCATION:Long Center for the Performing Arts\, 701 W. Riverside Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:Peacemaking and the Arts with Big Telly Theatre Company
DESCRIPTION:Artistic Director\, Zoe Seaton will deliver a talk on ‘Peacemaking and the Arts’ and present the virtual reality headset experience ‘The House’. \n‘The House’ was developed by Big Telly using research conducted by the Commission for Victims and Survivors in Northern Ireland. It addresses the legacy of the Conflict/Troubles in Northern Ireland within families and communities\, to stimulate discussion on the intergenerational impact of politically motivated violence. \nMinister Thomas Byrne T.D. from Ireland’s Department of Tourism\, Culture\, Arts Gaeltacht\, Sport and Media\, will deliver opening remarks at the event on the upcoming 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/peacemaking-and-the-arts-with-big-telly-theatre-company/
LOCATION:Ireland House\, 515 Congress Avenue - Suite 1720\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:peace and conflict
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SUMMARY:Taiwan Startups Pitch Event
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin in partnership with the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend this corporate pitch event featuring representatives from five Taiwan-based startups and selected winners of the G Camp international innovation and entrepreneurship training program conducted by Taiwan’s Small and Medium Enterprise Administration. \nMeet and network with fascinating up-and-coming Taiwanese entrepreneurs and companies. Join us and hear from startups from one of Asia’s innovation hubs! \n \nCompany Profiles \nAttendees will hear pitches from representatives of these innovative Taiwan-based companies: \n\nADENOVO – alfian \nYour personal asset manager \nIntro: aifian is a comprehensive\, global asset management platform that gives you complete control over your assets\, from acquiring to upgrading to reselling them. You can easily monitor the value of your assets\, seamlessly integrate virtual and physical assets\, and make informed decisions to maximize their potential.\nTarget: Looking for local wine/ liquor dealerships and warehouses to store the liquor. Assistance in starting a company branch in the U.S. \nWebsite (Chinese): www.adenovo.com\nLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/adenovo-tech/  \n\n\nIOE Intelligent Technology Company \nThe best solution for the Internet of vehicles\, signals\, roadside\, and cloud. \nIntro: We are an adaptive wireless traffic signal and controller solution provider. We send real-time signal with second count to vehicle directly which help driverless car reach level 5 while saving 95% maintenance and construction cost for the government.\nTarget: Our target customers/partners are those who provide traffic solutions for governments. Especially Econolite Huston \nLinkedIn: Michael Chien \n\n\nioNetworks \nA top innovative imaging AI solution developer; provides packaged software and algorithm IP on AI chip. \nIntro: ioNetworks applies deep learning technology in the industry of professional video surveillance\, urban traffic analysis\, healthcare\, and technological law enforcement management\, providing a high-end video management platform with AI video analytics\, sensor identification solutions and AI algorithm IP embedded in chips. As an official global partner of Qualcomm\, Ambarella\, MediaTek\, and AXIS from 2021\, we are keen on developing edge AI algorithms for AIoT devices to fulfill the needs of large-scale AI services and realize smart devices towards smarter cities.\nTarget: Looking for end-products company cooperation\, for example\, Dell. Seeking assistance in starting a company branch in the U.S. and recruiting local business developers. \nWebsite: www.ionetworks.co/en/ \n\n\nRelaJet Tech \nEstablished to solve fundamental problem in hearing. \nIntro: RelaJet is dedicated to develop hearing assistive devices. Our core technology is the AI Speech Enhancement Engine\, which can help hearing aid users to hear much more effectively in any noisy environment. We provide various products to fulfill different needs from mild to severe.\nTarget: We are looking for OEM\, dealers\, and brand owners connection opportunities. \nWebsite: www.relajet.com/ \n\n\nWOWWOW \nExplore the infinite possibilities of Immersive game design. \nIntro: WOWWOW TECHNOLOGY Corp. is a game development company dedicated to making original games by integrating IoT\, XR\, and Nintendo Switch. Our professional team has game design and cross-field technologies integration capabilities and can provide clients with practical solutions.\nTarget: We are launching a brand new VR golf game for Switch in April 2023. Therefore\, we are looking for communication partners and sales channels to expand in the US market\, as well as local companies to collaborate with. \nFacebook: WOWWOW
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/taiwans-startup-pitch-event/
LOCATION:Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce\, 8001 Centre Park Drive #160\, Austin\, TX\, 78754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:Globalist Coffeehouse: Horizontal vs Vertical - Food Supply Chain Throughout the World
DESCRIPTION:When we think of the world’s food supply chain a number of issues come to mind. Between recovering from a global pandemic\, to the ongoing war in Ukraine\, as well as the ever changing climate\, what does it mean to have a top to bottom approach in supply chain distribution as opposed to a horizontal approach? One requires work and cooperation from those above and below your position\, while the other one relies on working with your competitors.  \nLet’s consider some of the countries that rely heavily on rice and wheat as their main staple of food. China and India are ranked as the top two countries in the world for rice consumption. Meanwhile\, Egypt\, alongside Lebanon\, Tunisia\, Yemen\, Libya\, and Pakistan are the top buyers of wheat.   \n\nThe rise in prices for any product\, especially during international conflicts and with the impact of climate change\, is a common concept. However\, what happens when there is no subsidizing by a country’s government because there simply isn’t a supply at all? Perhaps there is a third alternative\, apart from horizontal and vertical? What about smaller\, private farmers that are able to self-sustain themselves? \n \nWe will be meeting in person in the semi-private dining room at the 5820 Burger and Taphouse\, 7032 Wood Hollow Dr.  \nFor more information: \nEllen Murry\, Globalist Coffeehouse Co-chair: ellen@wacaustin.org \nPolina Anastassieva\, Globalist Coffeehouse Co-chair: polina@wacaustin.org 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/globalist-coffeehouse-horizontal-vs-vertical-food-supply-chain-throughout-the-world/
LOCATION:5280 Burger and Taphouse\, 7032 Wood Hollow Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78731\, United States
CATEGORIES:food security,Member Social
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