Wednesday, September 18, 2008 4:00-5:30pm. Greater Richmond Convention Center

Benjamin Sojka will be presentating during the "Water Supply Planning for the Future: Providing More Water While Using Less Energy" session at the COVES (Commonwealth of Virginia Energy & Sustainability) Conference.

Benjamin will cover the capability of meeting Virginia's water demands through rainwater harvesting systems, while reducing energy demands and costs.

The 2008 Commonwealth of Virginia Energy and Sustainability Conference (COVES) will focus on "Meeting the Climate Change Challenge." This challenge, which is facing the state and the nation, provides opportunities for policy solutions, technological innovation, and economic development.

The conference will bring forth information on the actions that public and private organizations in Virginia and across the country are taking to address the most pressing environmental issue of this century.Nationally recognized speakers, as well as regional representatives from business, institutions, and government, will address the opportunities to reduce energy use and carbon emissions while keeping the economy and our communities strong.