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CEPAS
In Spanish, Cepas  means roots, origin or stock. Our Cepas  program touches on the origins of Latin American life. C is for culture, E  for economy, P for politics,
A for art, and S  for sciences. Through these five areas, we offer our culturally-rich  community  the best of border life.
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energy
Led by our energy expert, Jeremy Martin , this program is recognized as one of the oldest energy policy initiatives in the Western Hemisphere.
In a region confronted
with ever more complex energy issues, the program examines the geopolitics of energy -- security, integration and investment. Through a series of meetings and conferences that bring together industry analysts, business leaders and policy makers, the Institute offers comprehensive analysis of public policy on oil, electricity, LNG and natural gas.
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ICT
As the region strives to stay in touch, our Information and Communication Technology  programs bring together experts on subjects ranging from technology trends to e-Government to discuss sustainable policies that promote socio-economic and business opportunities. Our seminars look at industry convergence and regulatory frameworks as well as the development of home-grown technologies and human capital.
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Project  Mexico
From our strategic location at the U.S.-Mexico border, we analyze, discuss and debate Mexico’s economic, social and political development.  Under the leadership of Institute President Jeffrey Davidow, Mexican and U.S. policy makers, academics, journalists and students meet for workshops on public health issues, migration, job creation, municipal finance and environmental issues.
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Workshops

Migration. Poverty.  HIV/AIDS and public health. Latino voters and the U.S. presidential election. U.S. and Latin American experts will share their views on these critical social and political issues throughout the year. We encourage reporters, policy makers, government representatives, teachers and students to join us for these comprehensive training programs on the region’s economic and social challenges.
For journalists, we offer the prestigious Jack F. Ealy Science Journalism workshop.
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Zedillo says Latin America faces "moment of truth"

President ZedilloAs Latin America confronts the global economic crisis, its leaders face the critical decision of adopting bold measures to carry the region forward or retreating to failed policies of the past, former Mexican President Ernesto Zedillo said during a keynote address at the Institute of the America’s 25th anniversary gala.

“This is the moment of truth. We have to recognize how difficult the situation is. We have to accept that we are going to have to adjust,” said Zedillo. “But we should not forget that relative to where we were 20 years ago, we have made a lot of progress. Instead of back pedaling this is a moment for moving forward with reforms."

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UPCOMING EVENTS


February 3, 2009

Mexico, Energy Reform and Pemex- Implementation
and Next Steps

Marquis Reforma Hotel
Mexico City, Mexico 

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The Institute of the Americas is organizing an executive Roundtable discussion of the landmark measures and what the next steps and path toward implementation may look like. 

More specifically, through a series of high level panels, the Roundtable will analyze why the reform was necessary and what it really means for Mexico’s energy outlook and what may be in store in terms of possible contracts and opportunities


 February 4, 2009

Accelerating Carbon Trading in Mexico:
Impact of the Obama Presidency and the Kyoto Renegotiations

Marquis Reforma Hotel
Mexico City, Mexico
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Active Image The Institute of the Americas will convene a roundtable in Mexico City on February 4, 2009 to discuss strategies for accelerating Mexico’s participation in global carbon bonds markets.

 
Topics that will be discussed include:

 

  • With renewed commitment by Barack Obama to a mandatory cap-and-trade system in the U.S. and post-Kyoto negotiations moving slowly, what can and should Mexico do to become a more substantial participant in this market?
  • Project funding for initiatives in Mexico is available despite the economic recession. What sectors have great untapped potential according to investors? 
  • How can Mexican companies take advantage of the “Special Program on Climate Change” and new “green funds” planned or projected?

 
This is the Institute’s second annual program on carbon bonds in Mexico. Its well-received January 2008 program was heavily attended by private companies, government representatives, and civil society leaders, attracting more than 250 participants.

Registration fee: $200 per person.  Fee for Government, NGOs and Academia: $100.
Attendees of the February 3rd roundtable “Mexico, Energy Reform & PEMEX: Implementation and Next Steps” can attend for $100.

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May 12-13, 2009

 18th Annual Latin American Energy Conference, The La Jolla Conference
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
La Jolla, CA

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Recognized as the most significant meeting of its kind, the La Jolla Conference annually convenes the most influential players of the Latin American energy sector. Last year's conference included presentations by the CEO of Ecopetrol , Uruguay's Minister of Energy, and senior executives from PDVSA, YPFB, PEMEXAES, Duke Energy, and EPE of the Brazilian government, among others.


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Commission calls on U.S., Latin America to build 'genuine partnership'

The Brookings Institution urged the U.S. and Latin America to build a “genuine and sustained partnership” in a comprehensive report released Nov. 24 by its Partnership for the Americas Commission.

The commission, which was first convened by the Brookings Institution in May 2008, is co-chaired by former Mexican President Ernesto Zedillo and Thomas R. Pickering, a long-time diplomat and former under secretary of state.

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Bush and Schwarzenegger laud IOA for strengthening international relationships

 President George W. Bush commended the Institute of the Americas for its efforts to “enhance progress and prosperity throughout the Western Hemisphere” in a letter commemorating the Institute’s 25th anniversary.

“International trade and cooperation strengthen our relationships with other countries, help advance peace around the world and contribute to economic growth,” President Bush wrote in a letter to IOA President Jeffrey Davidow. “By building mutual understanding between countries and expanding opportunities, you are helping write a hopeful new chapter in the history of our times.”

 California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger added his own congratulations in a letter that praised the IOA for its “innovative programs and research.”

“I commend your outstanding efforts to create partnerships across borders,” the governor wrote. “By promoting effective government policies and strengthening international relationships, you help ensure the success of our state and the Americas.”


Weaver elected IOA Chairman

 David R. Weaver, the managing partner and chairman of Intercap Institutional Investors LLC , has been elected Chairman of the Institute of the Americas’ board of directors. Weaver succeeds Gastón Luken, who served as chairman from 2002-2008.

"Ï see the Institute as an organization that can recognize an opportunity, organize and act on it," Weaver said. "I see us coming up with solutions that governments and businesses can build into a road map for the future."

Richard C. Hojel has been elected Vice Chairman of the Institute’s board of directors. Hojel is the chairman of the board of Mexico City-based Corporación Frigus Therme.

China sneezes, Latin America catches a cold

 IOA energy expert Jeremy Martin and energy analyst Roger Tissot explain the impact of an economic slowdown in China on Latin America's exports and energy sector. To read their article in Latin Business Chronicle,
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