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Thursday, June 20th
7:30 - 9:00 am
Denver Marriott South
10345 Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree

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Thoughtful decision making...

The importance of oil and gas to Colorado’s continued prosperity cannot be overstated. The Chamber is proud of its historic support for renewable energy but with recent technological advancements in horizontal drilling and our continuing need, oil and gas must be part of our nation’s long term energy strategy. Locally, the oil and gas industry is both literally and figuratively fueling our state’s economy and the industry’s role in our success will only increase in future years and decades.

For the last year, the Chamber has been building a diverse coalition of business leaders to advocate for responsible oil and gas development in our state. We have now expanded that effort to include other business and industry associations who are eagerly lending their voice to this effort. One outcome of this undertaking is the Chamber's Oil & Gas Charter which outlines a balanced, thoughtful approach to developing these natural resources.

Due in large part to the efforts of the business community, the Arapahoe County Commissioners unanimously adopted a memorandum of understanding earlier this month which should serve as a model for such development. For the past 18 months, the County avoided emotional reactions like moratoriums and instead convened meetings of industry representatives, citizens, experts, and State regulators and developed a process that balances the needs and concerns of businesses and citizens alike.

But our work continues. It is up to you and the rest of the business community to tell the world that Colorado remains open for business. Recently, 15 business leaders from the Chamber went to Houston, Texas to meet with some of the nation’s leading oil and gas companies to explain how Colorado is leading the way in coalition building in support of this vital industry.

Let's talk and find out how you can play a part in our collective success.