Investment in the Cleantech sector is moving fast. In 2007, Cleantech firms received $5.18 billion in venture capital across the United States and Europe. Investors in the first quarter of 2008 have deployed $1.25 billion already. Many investment banks are committing staff expertise and investment to Cleantech. Despite current economic challenges, Cleantech investing remains strong across quarterly fluctuations.
Morrison & Foerster LLP invites you to a panel of Cleantech investors, industry experts and legal practitioners - including the Corporate, Energy, Land Use and Intellectual Property / Patent practice groups. Together these leaders in the field will address the opportunities for Cleantech investment.
Discussion Topics
The discussion will focus on five of the fastest-moving Cleantech investment areas–carbon sequestration, cellulosic and algae-based biofuels, solar (photovoltaic and concentrating solar power), water and energy efficiency v. energy intelligence. Specific topics will include:
- Investment trends for 2008 and 2009
- Market segment growth and change
- Leveraging current and emerging regulations and incentives for maximizing return on Cleantech investments
- Protecting and managing intellectual property
- Facilitating strategic financial transactions and relationships
Speakers:
- Lisa Bicker, President, Cleantech San Diego - moderator
- Josh Green, Partner, Mohr Davidow Ventures
- Suz Mac Cormac, Partner (Corporate), Morrison & Foerster
- Peter Hsiao, Partner (Land Use and Environmental Law), Morrison & Foerster
- Peter Hanschen, Senior Counsel (Energy), Morrison & Foerster
- Jim Mullen, Of Counsel (Intellectual Property), Morrison & Foerster
This seminar will also be held in the following locations:
Palo Alto, CA
San Francisco, CA