Shale gas offers a significant opportunity for the United States to increase energy production and achieve greater energy independence. The goal of this meeting is to explore the major opportunities and challenges presented by shale gas for this region. The meeting, sponsored by the National Academy of Engineering and hosted by Case Western Reserve University, will be highlighted by keynote talks and three panel discussions with leaders in the energy field. The meeting will be held on June 18 and 19.

The next Executive Committee meeting will be held in the lower level conference room at 411 Wolf Ledges Parkway