Webinar
September 22, 2008
5:30 - 6:45 pm PT / 8:30-9:45 pm ET

Webinar technology allows you to participate from any location. All that is required is a phone line and computer with Internet access.  Participate live, or view a recorded version of this webinar at a later time.  The program is free, but you must register in advance.

Overview

This live internet briefing explores the Sichuan earthquake reconstruction activities and how American businesses can best help China rebuild. Learn about current recovery and reconstruction priorities, how architecture, construction and engineering firms can best approach the market, and how a Design Team is making headway in helping China Rebuild Schools Sustainably.  Submit questions to the presenters in advance to ensure your concerns are raised. Join live or watch a recording of the program later at your convenience.

Topics & Presenters

Overview of Sichuan Earthquake Relief
Ms Helen Hua, Commercial Representative, US Commercial Service, American Consulate - Chengdu

• Stages of Relief Effort
• Recovery & Reconstruction Priorities: Infrastructure, Education, Public Health Systems, Disaster & Emergency Response Systems
• Status of the State Council master reconstruction plan

Implications & Business Opportunities specific to Architecture, Construction & Engineering firms
Sunny Cui, Senior Commercial Specialist, US Commercial Service, American Consulate - Chengdu  

• Earthquake impact on Chengdu and regional development projects: demand, quality issues, local government policies
• Implications for residential and commercial construction

Rebuilding China's Schools Sustainably 
China-U.S. Center for Sustainable Development
Sustainable Sichuan Schools Design Working Group Representatives, including:
     Wen Zhao, Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects, LLP
     Kent Yu, Degenkolb Engineering
     Bill Hart, Carleton Hart Architecture

• Developing the concept - satisfying what is needed as part of China's reconstruction
• How to approach the market - designing a collaborative approach
• Building partnerships and alliances - identifying and engaging authorities
• Distinctions in project evolution between China and US - timing, approvals, design, build, technology & material preferences

*Q&A Session/Open Discussion: Raise your questions and comments directly with the speakers 

*To submit a question for the webinar presenters in advance, please send to kellie.holloway@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov . 

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View a copy of China's National Development and Reform Commission Post-Wenchuan Earthquake Restoration and Reconstruction Plan. Open for public comment through August 24 to zhcjen@N0SPAM.ndrc.gov.cn .

Registration & Information 

The program is free, but you must register in advance. Registration will close Sept. 19, 10:00 pm ET.

Register Now

For more information, contact Kellie Holloway 503.326.3002, kellie.holloway@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

How to support Sichuan Earthquake Relief Efforts: http://www.buyusa.gov/china/en/chinarelief.html

Supporting Organizations

China-U.S. Center for Sustainable Development  

 

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