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u PROMOTING DIALOGuE AND INNOvATION IN RENEWABLES AND ENERGy EFFICIENCy<br />
DAS HAuS TOuR<br />
The Das Haus tour is a traveling pavilion and exhibition<br />
showcasing the latest German technologies for energy<br />
efficiency and solar energy use in building, which is being<br />
coordinated by <strong>GACCoM</strong>. It promotes international dialogue<br />
about advanced technologies for construction and solar energy<br />
use. Each stop features a series of expert presentations,<br />
symposiums, networking opportunities, and guided tours of<br />
the exhibition pavilion. Following Atlanta and Houston in <strong>2011</strong>,<br />
Das Haus will visit 10 additional cities throughout the U.S. and<br />
Canada in <strong>2012</strong>, including <strong>Chicago</strong> and Denver in the fall. It is<br />
presented by the German Federal Ministry of Economics and<br />
Technology, as part of its export initiatives in renewable energy<br />
and energy efficiency, and in cooperation with the German<br />
Federal Ministry of Transport, Building, and Urban Affairs.<br />
“Das Haus embodies an exciting idea: that a traveling exhibition of advanced German technologies can spur an ongoing international<br />
dialogue on the use of energy efficiency and renewable energy. It’s working, judging from the incredibly strong interest from industry and<br />
the media we experienced at our first four stops on the 12-city tour. At the same time, this project is really taking the logistical cooperation<br />
between our Chambers throughout North America to a new level – and I have been proud to witness the smooth and successful<br />
execution thus far. To me, Das Haus exemplifies “our network put to work”, not only here in America, but also among our German<br />
partners that have been instrumental in bringing Das Haus to life. We can’t wait for it to reach the Midwest in the fall of <strong>2012</strong>!”<br />
~ Mark Tomkins,Vice President<br />
u SWEETENING HOLIDAy<br />
SEASON IN CHICAGO<br />
CHRISTkINDLMARkET CHICAGO<br />
After 16 years, our Christkindlmarket<br />
<strong>Chicago</strong> has become a true institution.<br />
From Thanksgiving weekend through Christmas Eve <strong>2011</strong>, the market<br />
once again turned downtown <strong>Chicago</strong>’s Daley Plaza into a German<br />
Christmas Village, much to the delight of visitors and <strong>Chicago</strong>ans alike.<br />
The Christkindlmarket is a beloved Christmas tradition for many families<br />
and travelers, and creates yet another reason to visit the city during the<br />
winter season.<br />
uBRINGING THE BEST OF GERMAN BuSINESS<br />
AND CuLTuRE TO A LARGE AuDIENCE<br />
GERMANy’S BEST & OkTOBERFEST<br />
Germany’s Best & Oktoberfest, held at <strong>Chicago</strong>’s popular Navy Pier,<br />
was yet another <strong>2011</strong> premier. Over a full 18 days, the event attracted<br />
over 50,000 visitors with a unique combination of technology and cultural<br />
exhibits portraying modern-day Germany AND a traditional Munich-styled Oktoberfest. The<br />
large festival tent featured authentic entertainment, beverages, food, and dancing. Many<br />
companies took advantage of the opportunity to reserve tables with designated wait staff to<br />
entertain clients and business partners. Visitors also had the chance to meet the Chamber’s<br />
staff and learn about German business in the Midwest at <strong>GACCoM</strong>’s exhibitor booth that was<br />
permanently staffed throughout the festival.<br />
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