Environmental Technologies Global Team February 2021 Newsletter

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February 2021 Updates for U.S. Exporters

This month's newsletter features a number of upcoming events - mostly virtual - focused in whole or in part on the environmental technologies industry.  On February 25, we are hosting a free webinar on opportunities in China's medical waste treatment industry with a great lineup of industry experts as speakers (see immediately below for more details).  There are a host of additional virtual seminars designed to educate and connect U.S. exporters with international buyers.  Each includes the point of contact you can reach out to with any additional questions. We continue to provide the latest information on our Industry Webpage, and we encourage you to reach out to a trade specialist at your local U.S. Export Assistance Center to discuss your export objectives.  We are here to help U.S. companies connect with international opportunities and always welcome your feedback and questions.  If you need assistance locating your local point of contact, please email Ryan.Russell@trade.gov for assistance. 


Featured Event


Webinar: Medical Waste Opportunities in China

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Join the U.S. Commercial Service in Beijing, in partnership with the Environmental Technologies Team, on February 25 for a webinar highlighting medical waste treatment technology opportunities for U.S. exporters in China. The webinar will feature industry experts discussing insights on the market, relevant medical waste regulations and standards, and will highlight opportunities for U.S. exporters of medical waste treatment technologies and services.  

Date: February 25, 2021
Time: 10:00am EST
Cost:  Free
Venue: Your Computer/Cisco WebEx
Note: This event is only open to U.S. exporters
Contact/Questions: Christopher Feather (Christopher.Feather@trade.gov) or Suzanne Platt (Suzanne.Platt@trade.gov

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Featured Event


Virtual Connections: Sub-Saharan Africa

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Attention US Water Solutions Companies

Get ready to do business in Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Mozambique, Kenya, and Tanzania. Join us on March 9th for a webinar to introduce U.S. water technology companies to business opportunities in the Sub-Saharan region of Africa. This webinar is ideal for companies involved in irrigation, water conservation, filtration, purification, de-salination, software, sensors, localized energy sources to run irrigation, and related sectors.

Following the program, up to 10 eligible US Companies can sign up for a separate virtual introduction program designed to connect businesses to decision makers and buyers to start doing business in the region.

Date: March 9, 2021
Time: 11:00 AM EST
Cost: $25

For questions: Susan.Murray@trade.gov or Margaret.Gottlieb@trade.gov

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Upcoming Events and Announcements


Expo 2020 Dubai UAE

 

U.S. Pavilion at the World Expo in Dubai, UAE

Webinar to Learn About Your Showcase Options!

Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Time: 10:00am EST 
Cost: Free

The World Expo takes place October 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022. In attendance will be 192 nations, businesses, Economic Development Organizations, and other organizations.

Participate in the U.S. Pavilion during the theme week relevant to you:
 - Climate & Biodiversity:  October 3-9, 2021
 - Water:  March 20-26, 2022

Be a part of history in several ways:
 - Join industry-specific theme weeks to increase your visibility
 - Become a speaker at specific forum events
 - Host an event at the US Pavilion to promote your organization

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ACE/ AES Export Compliance Seminar

2-day training covering topics related to Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)/ Automated Export System (AES), Foreign Trade Regulations, Classification of Products, and much more.

Date: February 23-24, 2021
Time: 12:00-4:00 PM Eastern
Cost: $85 | Space is limited.

Contact: Charlotte Conerly, Charlotte.Conerly@trade.gov

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Expo Agua

Expo Agua - Explore Opportunities in Peru's Water and Wastewater Sector

The U.S. Commercial Service is pleased to partner with the organizers of Expo Agua Virtual 2020 to connect U.S. exporters to partners, pre-vetted buyers, and industry specialists in Peru's water and wastewater sectors.  

Expo Agua is the premier water expo in Peru, offering the latest technological innovations and solutions for the sustainable and productive management of water. The event will (virtually) bring together leading companies, international experts and government decision makers. The virtual show will run until March 31, 2021 and registration for U.S. firms is ongoing.

Our team is available to facilitate connections, provide market intelligence and counseling, and answer your questions about doing business in Peru. 

Contact: Jorge Prado, Jorge.Prado@trade.gov

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Expo Agua - Virtual Round Table

Virtual Round Table for U.S. Exporters at ExpoAgua 2021

U.S. firms can join a virtual roundtable, being hosted as part of the TEPP-certified ExpoAgua show in Lima, to introduce U.S. firms to opportunities in Peru’s water sector.  This event is free to join and will be conducted in Spanish. 

Presentations to include Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects in the water and sanitation sector in Peru, as well as the Vice Minister of Housing and Sanitation to highlight government policies in pursuing these projects. 

Date: March 5, 2021
Time: 10 am EST
Contact: Jorge Prado, Jorge.Prado@trade.gov


MENA Infra Summit

2021 UAE & Saudi Arabia Infrastructure Road Shows


UAE Virtual Infrastructure Summit

Join the U.S. Commercial Service as we explore UAE’s 10 year forecast for infrastructure development and priority sectors. UAE’s Ministries of Economy, Industry and Advanced Technology,  Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and Emirates Health Services Establishment will discuss and present projects from four key segments: Oil&Gas, Healthcare Infrastructure, Abu Dhabi PPPs and Smart Cities.

March 15th, 8am - 12:30pm ET. No Cost to attend. 
Add-on Virtual Meeting Schedule available.

Saudi Arabia Virtual Infrastructure Summit

Join the U.S. Commercial Service as we explore Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program and the 10 year forecast for infrastructure development and giga-projects in four priority sectors, including waste management. Saudi Arabia’s Ministries of Commerce, ICT, Municipalities, Tourism and Transport will discuss and present on the following projects.

March 16th, 8am - 12:30pm ET.  No Cost to attend. 
Add-on Virtual Meeting Schedule available. 

Questions:  Matt.Baker@trade.gov /Haisum.Shah@trade.gov


WasteExpo

For our clients active in the solid waste and recycling industry, WasteExpo has moved its dates to June 28-30 2020 in Las Vegas, NV.  We are pleased to announce that WasteExpo 2021 is a certified show through the U.S. Department of Commerce's Trade Event Partnership Program (TEPP).  Our global network of professionals will be supporting U.S. exhibitors before, during, and after the show by providing market intelligence and expertise as well as recruiting delegations of international buyers to facilitate B2B connections with U.S. exporters.  Click below to learn more about WasteExpo, and if you'd like to learn more about our planned support at the show, please contact Ryan.Russell@trade.gov or Hector.Rodriguez@trade.gov.

WasteExpo - June 28-30, 2021

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Trade Leads and Tenders

Location: Italy
A manufacturer specializing in hot stamping and metalworking that specializes in the production of faucets is looking for a supply of 100 tons per month of scrap brass. They are not looking for a particular grade of brass.
Contact: Federico Bevini at Federico.Bevini@trade.gov

Location: India
Waste-to-energy trade lead issued by Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) inviting a Global Expression of Interest (EOI) for setting up 1800 Tons Per Day Waste to Energy Plant and Disposal Facility on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Basis at Deonar Dumping Ground, Mumbai. 
Contact: Anisha Shashidharan:   Anisha.Shashidharan@trade.gov

 

 

 

 

 


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