Assistant Secretary Karsner will participate in a media availability with NGA Chair Governor Tim Pawlenty and incoming NGA Chair Governor Ed Rendell prior to the meeting. He will make an announcement regarding DOE support for the NGA.

Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary Jim Slutz will participate in a panel discussion during the Natural Resources Committee session which will focus on options for a secure and affordable energy future.  Assistant Secretary Slutz is expected to discuss the National Petroleum Council’s “Facing the Hard Truths About Energy” study and highlight the Administration’s efforts to reduce our dependence on foreign sources of oil.

WHO:	DOE Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Andy Karsner DOE Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy Jim Slutz
WHAT:	National Governor’s Association Centennial Meeting
WHEN:	Sunday, July 13, 2008 9:00 AM EDT Press Conference in the Georgian Room 3:00 PM EDT Panel Discussion
WHERE:	Westin Philadelphia 99 South 17th Street at Liberty Place Philadelphia, PA