In cooperation with the Institute of Clean Air Companies (ICAC), the U.S. Commercial Service Environmental Technology Team members from Bulgaria, Poland, Romania, and Turkey will host a webinar on May 21 webinar at 10:00am EST, entitled, “Opportunities for Emissions Reduction and Air Pollution Control Technologies in Eastern Europe,” where they will discuss market opportunities for pollution control technologies in their respective countries. Presentations will include:
- Country Briefings
- Status of EU Standards Implementation
- Country-Specific Standards and the Regulatory Landscape
- Timeline to implement EU and Country Specific Standards
- Opportunities for US Industry in each market
As European countries face growing political pressure to improve air quality, an abundance of both retrofit and new installation opportunities for stationary source emission reduction and control technologies over the next five to ten years are emerging. We hope you can join us to learn more about these markets and the new opportunities.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 21 at 10:00am EST WHERE: Your computer or device COST: $25 REGISTER: http://bit.ly/EmissionsPollutionReductionEstEurope
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On Tuesday, April 9, 2019, thanks in part to the export promotion assistance provided by the U.S. Commercial Service, Genesis Water Technologies (GWT) and construction partner Hormac Civil Engineering met with government officials from Portoviejo, Ecuador, to solidify a contract for the building and refurbishment of the Portoviejo Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant. The plant serves a population of over 300,000 citizens and through the innovative solutions offered by of GWT, Portoviejo will meet its wastewater quality needs with integrated sustainable practices in place for their future.
The estimated cost for this project is $80 million USD with the potential for follow on contracts for the ongoing maintenance of the treatment plant. The Genesis Water Technologies design for this plant location includes an advanced sustainable wastewater treatment design, integrating soil fertilizer additive and wastewater reuse for irrigation and agricultural land around Portoviejo.
Genesis Water Technologies is based in Maitland, Florida and has additional offices located throughout the U.S., Philippines, Uganda, and Chile. GWT serves industries and communities across the world in meeting their water quality challenges through advanced treatment solutions and services.
GWT first started working with the U.S. Commercial Service, a unit within the U.S. Department of Commerce, in 2008.The CS Orlando office advised the company on doing business in various markets across the world, including Ecuador. “The U.S. Commercial Service has brought tremendous value and insight to our business over the years by supporting our projects and helping us secure transactions abroad” said Nick Nicholas, Technical Director for Genesis Water Technologies, Inc.
The U.S. Commercial Service Environmental Technologies Team would welcome the chance to support your company as well. To connect with us today, please contact your Local Trade Specialist in one of our 100 U.S. Export Assistance Centers around the U.S.
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Comisión Nacional del Agua invites submission of qualifications and proposal data from interested U.S. firms that are qualified on the basis of experience and capability to develop the CONAGUA Water Quality Improvement Project Technical Assistance.
The Comisión is seeking technical support for preliminary field studies and related assessments for implementing superoxygenation technology at the Valle de Bravo water reservoir outside of Mexico City, Mexico.
The objective of the Valle de Bravo Water Quality Improvement Project Technical Assistance is to provide early-stage support in deploying SuperOxygenation units at two sites located in the Reservoir. The U.S. firm selected will be paid in U.S. dollars from a $530,756 grant to the Grantee from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency ("USTDA").
A detailed Request for Proposals ("RFP"), which includes all relevnt documents are available from USTDA, at 1101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1100, Arlington, VA 22209. To request the RFP in PDF format, please go to:
For more details, check out: https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=27a5f3758072bf8e8e735263bbda25fd&tab=core&_cview=0 Project Name: Mexico - Valle de Bravo Water Quality Improvement Project Technical Assistance Deadline: May 31, 2019 Contact: Amy Swers, at aswers@ustda.gov
Join the U.S. Department of Commerce as we train firms to grow mining sales in North and South America. This webinar series will explore implications of new mining legislation, environmental laws, buying cycle forecasts, M&A impact, political changes and pending projects. U.S. Commercial Diplomats and local industry experts will provide you with valuable insight to navigate each market's unique challenges and supply chain opportunities. Have you prepared to succeed?
Register in two ways: Purchase the entire series or an individual country webinar. Each webinar will be recorded and sent with presentations/additional materials to all participants who have registered. Webinar details:
Peru/Ecuador Briefing ($40) Peru/Ecuador: May 7 10:30am – 12pm ET Featuring: Fernando Benalcázar, Ecuador’s Vice Minister of Mining; U.S. Embassy in Peru; Julia Torreblanca, VP - Corporate Affairs, Cerro Verde Mining and the U.S. Embassy Ecuador.
Chile/Argentina Briefing ($40) Chile/Argentina: May 14, 2:00 – 3:30pm ET Featuring: Prieto; U.S. Embassy in Chile; U.S. Embassy in Argentina.
Mexico: Mexico: May 20, 1:00 - 2:00pm ET
Brazil: Brazil: May 29 Time TBD
Canada: May 30 Time TBD
Colombia & Bolivia: Week of June 10 TBD
Register for all 6 ($200): https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QG3
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Explore Mexico’s 2018-2024 infrastructure plans with a one-day conference and multi-day customized meetings!
Mexico’s new Federal Administration seeks U.S. companies interested in working with Mexican firms on Mexico’s National Infrastructure Program — NIP. The U.S. Commercial Service and the Mexican Chamber for the Construction Industry are hosting a Bilateral Infrastructure Conference followed by an Infrastructure Trade Mission focused on key infrastructure projects included on the NIP.
The Bilateral Infrastructure Conference:
Hear from project managers and learn best practices in key sectors such as Water & Wastewater, Energy & Renewables, Roads, Rial, Ports, and airports, among others. Then meet one-on-one with potential partners during B2B meeting sessions. Conference Cost*: $400 per participant
The Infrastructure Trade Mission:
Follow up the conference by customized meetings in up to three cities: Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.
Bilateral Infrastructure Conference & Trade Mission Additional Features
- Market briefing, networking opportunities (luncheon, reception)
- B2B meetings with qualified buyers, distributors and/or representatives
- Mexican Government Project Managers of the key projects will present details. They seek U.S. architecture, construction, design, engineering, and financing.
Conference + B2B Meetings (June 18-21) Cost:
- B2B in one (1) City: $1,950 (SME), $3,600 (Large Firms)
- B2B in two (2) Cities: $3,975 (SME), $7,000 (Large Firms)
- B2B in three (3) Cities: $6,000 (SME), $9,980 (Large Firms)
Register Today! https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/TM/9R0X Conference Date: June 17, 2019 Location: Mexican Chamber for the Construction Industry Periférico Sur No. 4839 Parques del Pedregal, Tlalpan CDMX Contact: Adrian.Orta@trade.gov
Location: Mexico Project Name: Mexico - Valle de Bravo Water Quality Improvement Project Technical Assistance Opportunity: Comisión Nacional del Agua invites submission of qualifications and proposal data from interested U.S. firms that are qualified on the basis of experience and capability to develop the CONAGUA Water Quality Improvement Project Technical Assistance. The Comisión is seeking technical support for preliminary field studies and related assessments for implementing superoxygenation technology at the Valle de Bravo water reservoir outside of Mexico City, Mexico. The U.S. firm selected will be paid in U.S. dollars from a $530,756 grant to the Grantee from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency ("USTDA"). Deadline: May 31, 2019 Contact: Amy Swers, at aswers@ustda.gov For more details, check out: https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=27a5f3758072bf8e8e735263bbda25fd&tab=core&_cview=0
Location: Timor-Leste Opportunity: The Government of Timor-Leste has identified national road networks, national electrical networks, and urban and rural water, drainage, and sanitation as priorities for government investment. The government plans to build two new water treatment facilities, refurbish another four existing facilities, construct a dam in Railaco to pipe fresh water to Dili, and refurbish the municipal water systems of Dili, Baucau, Viqueque, Los Palos, and Same at a total estimated cost of $450 million. Contact: U.S. Embassy Political-Economic Officer, Tye Sundlee (SundleeTC@state.gov).
Event: Smart City Expo World Congress - Barcelona 2019 WebEx Date: May 9, 2019 11:00 am ET - 11:30 am ET Cost: Free Location: Via Computer and Phone Line Description: The WebEx is intended for U.S. companies looking to enter and/or expand into the region via exhibiting at the event on November 19-21, 2019. During the WebEx you will hear from 1) Smart City Expo organizers and 2) U.S. Department of Commerce trade specialists that will assist you as you plan to enter and/or expand into the region. We hope you can attend to learn if this show is right for your product, service, or solution. The show covers five topics and crosscuts multiple industries 1) Digital Transformation; 2) Urban Environment; 3) Mobility; 4) Governance & Finance; and 5) Inclusive & Sharing Cities. Register: HERE Contact/Host: Hector.Rodriguez@trade.gov
Event: WasteExpo 2019 Location: Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. Dates: May 7-9, 2019 Description: The U.S. Commercial Service Environmental Technologies Team is offering several complimentary services to help U.S. exhibitors at WasteExpo 2019 enter or increase their presence in international markets. There is still time to sign up for our Business-to-Business Matchmaking Program and our Showtime Market Counseling Programs to maximize your time at the show. We will also be on hand in the International Business Center, so please stop by if we can assist you at the show. Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/ifp-reg/1581 Contact: Pamela Kirkland, pamela.kirkland@trade.gov
Event: Increase Sales with “Go Global” Webinars in May Location: Your computer or device Dates: May 9, 16, 23, and 30 Description: Beginning on May 9, join a free, 4-part webinar series presenting strategies and resources that help companies win international business. Each Thursday at 2 pm ET, trade experts from federal agencies will discuss how to: Find Buyers, Finance Deals & Get Paid (May 9); Manage Challenges (May 16); Use Online Tools to Find New Markets (May 23); and Opportunities in International Development (May 30). Join: Learn more here. No pre-registration required.
Event: European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's (EBRD) Annual Meeting and Business Forum Location: Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina Dates: May 7-9, 2019 Description: Join the American Business Delegation at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development’s Annual Meeting and Business Forum, May 7-9, 2019 in Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina www.ebrd.com/am. This year’s conference will focus on the Western Balkans, as well as individual Investment Outlook Sessions on Egypt, Slovenia, Turkey, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. Sector highlights include Digitalization, Green Cities, Sustainable Tourism, and Good Governance. We will have a special program with the U.S. Ambassador for the members of the American Business Delegation. Contact: Mary Boscia, Senior Commercial Officer at the EBRD in London, mary.boscia@trade.gov
Event: USA Fair Nigeria Location: Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria Dates: May 21-23, 2019 Description: U.S. Commercial Service brings you USA Fair 2019, presenting American manufacturers, suppliers and service providers with product and company showcase opportunities to Nigeria, the most dynamic market on the African continent. Contact: Ambrose.Thomas@trade.gov; Benedicta.Nkwoh@trade.gov
Event: U.S. – Caribbean Business Conference Location: Miami, Florida Dates: June 5-6, 2019 Description: Please join us for the U.S. Caribbean Business Conference 2019 in Miami, Florida. The Caribbean represents a large $23 billion export market for U.S. firms. The U.S. Commercial Service, the South Florida District Export Council (DEC), and Enterprise Florida (EFI) are organizing the conference to help your company access opportunities across this important region. Register: http://southfloridadec.com/2019/02/01/u-s-caribbean-business-conference/ Deadline: May 15th 2019 Contacts: Javier Suarez (javier.suarez@trade.gov) and Andrew Billard (andrew.billard@trade.gov)
Event: SITeau International Technologies Exhibition of Water and Sanitation Date:June 11-13, 2019 Location:Casablanca, Morocco Description: The 6th edition of the SITeau International Technologies Exhibition of Water and Sanitation will be in Casablanca on June 11-13, 2019. SITeau offers a platform for linking national and international stakeholders involved in the sectors of water, sanitation, energy by water and for water: public, private, academic, international organizations, actors of international cooperation, training centers and civil society. Contact:Halima.Berrami@trade.gov
Event: The 17th China International Environmental Protection Exhibition& Conference (CIEPEC 2019) Location: Beijing, China Date: June 12-14, 2019 Description: CIEPEC is the highest-level national brand exhibition in China with a 32-year track record. It will be held in June 12 – 14, 2019 in Beijing's International Exhibition Center. CIEPEC 2019 has over 800 exhibitors and will attract over 70, 000 attendees. CIEPEC 2019 is a DOC certified trade show and US Commercial Service Beijing would like to invite the US environmental companies who are interested in the Chinese market to exhibit and attend the show. Contact: Jiangyao.Zhang@trade.gov
Event: Mexico Bilateral Infrastructure Conference and Trade Mission Date: June 17-21, 2019 Location: Mexican Chamber for the Construction Industry Description: Mexico’s new Federal Administration seeks U.S. companies interested in working with Mexican firms on Mexico’s National Infrastructure Program — NIP. The U.S. Commercial Service and the Mexican Chamber for the Construction Industry are hosting a Bilateral Infrastructure Conference followed by an Infrastructure Trade Mission focused on key infrastructure projects included on the NIP. Register at: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/TM/9R0X Contact: Adrian.Orta@trade.gov
Event: Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2019 Location: ADB HQ, Manila, Philippines Dates: June 17-21, 2019 Description: ACEF draws in a diverse mix of project developers, financial institutions and investors, non-profits, entrepreneurs, government officials, donors and program managers, and civil society and academia for one intense and enlightening week of knowledge exchange, brainstorming, and partnership development. Contacts: Ms. Marie Charmaine “Apple” YUSON at myuson1.consultant@adb.org; Ms. Clarisse Santos at csantos.consultant@adb.org
Event: THE GREEN EXPO 2019 Date: September 2-5, 2019 Location: World Trade Center, Mexico City. Description: THE GREEN EXPO is Latin America’s premier event for cutting-edge, sustainable solutions and technologies in an ever-increasing number of markets. Participate in Mexico and Latin America’s most important event for industries interested in profitable solutions within a sustainable circular economy. This is a can’t-miss event for U.S. companies seeking to provide their sustainable technologies, products and solutions to customers in Mexico and throughout the region. You can also benefit from the on site support of our local U.S. Commercial Service environmental technology specialist to maximize the benefit of your participation. Contact: Brad Smith, Tarsus México | Sales & Marketing Manager, brad.smith@tarsus.mx Claudia Salgado at claudia.salgado@trade.gov
Event: Aquatech Mexico Date: September 3-5, 2019 Location: Mexico City, Mexico Description: Aquatech is the largest water technology event in the region. The event is a U.S. Commercial Service Certified Trade Fair and includes an Exhibition Pavilion dedicated to U.S. companies. U.S. Commercial Service in Mexico looks forward to helping your company participate in the exhibition and conference and navigate the market in this region. Contact: Francisco.Ceron@trade.gov
Event: WEFTEC 2019 Date: September 21-25, 2019 Location: Chicago, IL Description: WEFTEC is the largest conference of its kind in North America and offers water quality professionals from around the world with the best water quality education and training available today. The U.S. Commercial Service will be offering B2B matchmaking and Showtime market counseling services. Contact: Pamela Kirkland at pamela.kirkland@trade.gov
Event: IFAT Date: May 5-9, 2020 Location: Munich, Germany Description: IFAT is the World’s Leading Trade Fair for Water, Sewage, Waste and Raw Materials Management. This truly international show offered over 3,300 exhibitors the opportunity to present their latest innovations in waste management and recycling to more than 142,000 visitors from 162 countries! There is still time to apply for the show, but time is running out. You can apply here: https://www.ifat.de/exhibitors/book-your-space/application-for-main-exhibitors/index.html to be placed on a waitlist (registration deadline was April 30) or to apply as a co-exhibitor. Contact: CS Germany’s Doris Groot at doris.groot@trade.gov or the show organizer contact, Karen Vogelsang at kvogelsang@tssworldwide.com.
International Buyer Program (IBP)- Domestic Trade Shows
Trade Fair Certification (TFC) - International Trade Shows
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STEP Funds (Grant available to U.S. SMEs looking to Export Internationally) via Small Business Administration.
HS Codes, Tariffs, Taxes, Controls and Licenses, Guide to Exporting, and Recorded Webinars
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The Environmental Technologies Team of the U.S. Commercial Service is dedicated to enhancing the global competitiveness of the U.S. environmental technologies industry, expanding market access, and increasing exports. To learn more about you how you can receive assistance in finding market intelligence, developing your export strategy, connecting with international buyers, or support at trade events, contact your Local Trade Specialists in one of our 100 U.S. Export Assistance Centers around the U.S.
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