WELCOME

ECOBUILD AMERICA AND AEC SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

GOVERNOR OF CALIFORNIA, ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER

I am delighted to extend my warmest greetings to all who have gathered for your exciting conference. California leads the nation in “green” building thanks to the indispensable efforts of our state’s architects, engineers, contractors and other construction professionals. I applaud all those in attendance who have contributed to our state’s tremendous successes. We have made much progress in the fields of energy conservation and the utilization of renewable energy sources, but there are many more opportunities ahead.

Each of you attending this conference bears a great responsibility for the future of our state, nation and world. Armed with innovative plans and the motivation to turn ideas into realities, you can blaze a trail of sustainability that many will follow. I am confident in your abilities and express my gratitude for your many important accomplishments.

On behalf of all Californians, please accept my best wishes for an enriching conference and every continued success.

Sincerely,
Arnold Schwarzenegger