This year’s Regional Assembly takes an in-depth look at energy and water and how their increasing scarcity impacts the economic growth and prosperity of the New York City metropolitan region. As the presidential election looms on the horizon, discussing these pressing topics of national significance in our region can help lay the groundwork for an enlightened vision of sustainability both regionally and nationally. Speakers include

• The Honorable Elliot L. Spitzer, Governor of the State of New York
• The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives
• The Honorable Shirley C. Franklin, Mayor of the City of Atlanta.