Participants from fourteen countries of Southeast Europe and the Caucasus as well as from the United States, convened June 3 and 4, 2010 at the Hilton Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey for the Conference on Energy Efficiency. Participants explored the central role of energy efficiency in the achievement of energy security and economic competitiveness. Speakers revealed best practices, policies and innovative technologies that are essential to limiting energy usage and reducing related expenditures.

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Led by American-Turkish Council Chairman, Ambassador Richard Armitage, a delegation of 22 ATC Board Members and Golden Horn corporate members visited Ankara 22-25 June for meetings with Turkey's leadership. They were days of candid discussion about issues that have given rise to tensions in relations, but conducted throughout in a spirit of friendship and with the customary, rich Turkish hospitality.

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