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November 09, 2026 • Berlin, Germany

California Meets Germany: Driving the Transatlantic Energy and Industrial Transition

On the occasion of the visit of a Californian business delegation, TBI will host a symposium entitled “California meets Germany: Driving the Transatlantic Energy and Industrial Transition” on 9 November, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., at Haus der Deutschen Wirtschaft, Breite Straße 29, 10178 Berlin.

Together with senior representatives from government, industry, and public administration in Germany and California, we will discuss the transformation of energy-intensive industries, the decarbonization of value chains, and the prospects for transatlantic cooperation.

Confirmed speakers include:

  • Christian Forwick, Deputy Director-General, German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy
  • Alex Jackson, Executive Director, American Clean Power
  • John Laird, Member, California State Senate
  • Andrew McAllister, Commissioner, California Energy Commission
  • Tina McKinnor, Member, California State Assembly
  • Dalene Viljoen, Regional Environmental Lead Europe, DHL Supply Chain

Following the program, participants and speakers will have the opportunity to connect and exchange ideas during a networking reception.

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