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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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Energy Program

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This internationally respected program focuses exclusively on energy issues affecting the Western Hemisphere: Supply, demand, project development, and energy security.

Jeremy Martin
Program Director

The Institute organizes energy conferences and seminars throughout the hemisphere that convene hundreds of energy specialists in the public and private sector to debate policy. Our ability to bring together business leaders and government officials for candid conversations is increasingly important as the world turns its attention to the issues surrounding energy resources in Latin America.

The program promotes dialogue aimed at developing sound public policies, enhanced regional integration and clear rules regarding private investment. To achieve this, the Institute’s expert team works closely with policy-makers, investors, project managers and multilateral financial institutions that are major sources of funding for energy projects.


IOA experts Martin and Tissot talk about region’s
energy future

Institute of the Americas energy expert Jeremy Martin and Roger Tissot , an IOA visiting energy fellow, shared their views on Latin America’s energy future during a June 20 webinar.  The hour-long session, organized by the Latin Business Chronicle and sponsored by InterCall Conferencing , reviewed  the energy outlook for several Latin American countries, then sharpened the focus to Mexico, Brazil and Venezuela. To read their presentations, click: here


Energy Specialist Joins IOA Program

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Roger Tissot, an internationally renowned energy analyst, is joining the Institute of the Americas as a Visiting Energy Fellow. He will write policy papers and articles for the Institute, participate as a speaker in Institute programs, and work with the Energy Program on its conferences and roundtables.

 For almost 15 years, Roger has focused his research on Latin American economic, political and energy issues, most recently as a director at Washington, DC-based PFC Energy. He also spent several years in Latin America with EnCana Corporation. Roger holds an M.A. in Economics from the University of Laval (Quebec) and an M.B.A. from the University of Calgary. He lives in Canada and can be reached at: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

FOCUS AREAS

17th Annual Latin American Energy Conference

Active ImageKnown as The La Jolla Conference , this is Latin America’s largest energy conference. The annual forum, hosted by the Institute for the past 17 years, convenes energy ministers
of major Latin American countries, company CEOs and regulatory officials to discuss new projects, regional agreements, changes in regulations and new
investment opportunities.

 


 Hemispheric Energy Policy and Security

Active ImageThis forum convenes U.S. government officials, company representatives from across the hemisphere, multilateral agencies and foreign diplomats to discuss current policies and actions, as well as ways to enhance energy cooperation in the hemisphere. Panels assess implications of regional agreements, congressional energy initiatives, the role of National Oil Companies (NOC's), regional supply and integration, and the impact of policies and strategies in Latin America on
energy security.


Energy Regulation and New Projects in Specific Countries

Active ImageThe Institute is renowned for its private, executive roundtables. These closed-door sessions encourage candid dialogue aimed at promoting sound public policies and decision-making. Our roundtables focus on Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Argentina, Ecuador, Peru, Central America and the Andean region.

 


Training

Active Image Drawing on the Institute’s energy expertise, training seminars for Spanish-language journalists, academics and legislative aides offer participants an opportunity to exchange ideas with leading figures in Latin American and global energy fields. Lectures cover global energy, the Latin American energy scene, alternative and new energy sources and hemispheric energy security with the goal of explaining the intricacies of this economically vital sector and enhancing accurate and thorough coverage. 



“We have found the Institute of the Americas to be the most respected
well-connected and best informed organization in dealing with Latin American issues.I would highly recommend that any company that has business dealings in Latin America become a member of the Steering Group and enjoy the full benefits that the Institute can provide.”
- Darcel Hulse, President, Sempra LNG

“As an Energy Steering Group member, Ernst & Young is pleased to work with outstanding leaders and staff at the Institute of the Americas that are responsive to our needs. In addition, we are pleased to have the opportunity to network with high-level industry professionals on the Steering Group and important representatives from key energy-related companies at events that contribute to Ernst & Young’s visibility and leadership position in
the region.”
- Enrique Grotz, Head of Latin America Energy, Ernst & Young Argentina