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Transportation and Alternative Fuel

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Joanna D. Underwood
President, INFORM
Wednesday, January 12, 2005; 3:00 PM

With the cost of gas rising and hybrid cars becoming a realistic option for more Americans, it would seem alternative energy is gaining mainstream acceptance. What is alternative energy? What are some countries starting to do about transitioning to alternative energy and fuels? And what is the future of energy in the United States?

Joanna D. Underwood, president of INFORM, will be online Wednesday, Jan. 12, at 3 p.m. ET to discuss her group's new report about transportation and alternative fuel use in the U.S., China and India.

Submit your questions and comments before or during the discussion.

Underwood founded INFORM in 1974 with a goal of analyzing the environmental impact of business practices, technologies and products and of identifying practical options for change. The organization has published more than 100 reports that are used as resources by public and private sector decision-makers worldwide. Underwood serves on the Board of the Clean Vehicle Education Fund. She has taught at New York and Adelphi Universities and has written and lectured widely on sustainable transportation and environmental issues and solutions.

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