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* Press release…
Governor JB Pritzker will travel to London and Glasgow to tout Illinois’ climate leadership and economic development opportunities from November 2 to November 9, 2021.
“Illinois is leading the Midwest on climate action and building a green energy economy and I am eager to tout our success abroad,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Our historic clean energy legislation, talented workforce, and role as a transportation hub for the nation makes our state a top destination for international companies looking to do business in the U.S. I look forward to visiting London and Glasgow to encourage companies to come to Illinois and promote the international action needed to combat the climate crisis.”
The Governor and top staff will arrive in London, England on Nov. 2 and spend two days meeting with business leaders, discussing Illinois’ economic development opportunities and prospects for investment within our burgeoning green economy.
On Nov. 5, the Illinois mission led by Gov. Pritzker will attend the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland. The Governor will share how Illinois is becoming the leading state in the Midwest on climate action and clean energy. He’ll also urge other governments, business leaders, and organizations to take further action to combat the climate crisis.
More information on specific events will follow.
I’m told the two Democratic legislative leaders have been invited, but no decisions have been made as of today.
posted by Rich Miller
Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 11:13 am
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How about arrangements for traveling press, bloggers et al?
Comment by Annonin' Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 11:24 am
===How about arrangements for…===
This is a very important and critical question, also will golf be possible on an oft chance of a break in a morning or afternoon?
To the post,
Illinois is the 6th largest state, located in her borders is the 3rd largest city, 3rd largest media market in America, and global development while factoring in climate change is an important discussion that (whomever is the governor) Illinois’ governor should be attending.
To be competitive and cutting edge, you first, like with anything, need to show up. It’s half the battle, showing up.
It’s good for Illinois.
Comment by Oswego Willy Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 11:31 am
💰💰
Comment by Wow Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 11:31 am
I wonder if the governor will stop off in India or China and cut a deal on that Illinois mined coal.
Comment by Blue Dog Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 11:43 am
Other than being an “Ego Trip” for Pritzker, I really don’t see the merit in this.
Comment by Back to the Future Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 11:53 am
FWIW, lots of business execs are supposed to be at this summit. If Pritzker can attract some green companies to locate in Illinois then it could be more than an ego trip.
Comment by hisgirlfriday Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:08 pm
The ice age is coming, the sun’s zooming in
Meltdown expected, the wheat is growing thin
Engines stop running, but I have no fear
‘Cause London is drowning
I live by the river
Comment by 47th Ward Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:12 pm
He probably can’t wait to tell world leaders that the Illinois Capitol complex is powered by coal, as is the entire capitol city.
Comment by Soapbox Derby Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:16 pm
“Glasgow”
Best to have his policy wonks figure out if JB is a fan of Rangers F.C. or Celtic F.C ?
Comment by Donnie Elgin Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:20 pm
=== Vice President===
“One election at a time”
- Jack O’Malley, former governor of Illinois….
Comment by Oswego Willy Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:32 pm
Pretty sure Welch and Harmon will be in Tampa next week.
Comment by phocion Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:39 pm
Wait, what? A governor talking up the State? Is he supposed to do that? /s
Comment by Huh? Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:39 pm
===I really don’t see the merit in this.===
I see you’ve never enjoyed haggis.
Comment by 47th Ward Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:40 pm
===I really don’t see the merit in this===
Is that you, Bruce?
Comment by Rich Miller Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:40 pm
Had to eat Haggis a lot growing up and absolutely am not a fan.
Is that you Bruce?
Ouch.
Comment by Back to the Future Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:46 pm
Is JB brushing up on his foreign policy bona fides? Future WH occupant?
Other than that…not much bacon to bring home.
Comment by Pizza Man Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 12:57 pm
===I really don’t see the merit in this===
Is that you, Bruce?
/ remembering Rauner going to China and Japan.
Comment by Cool Papa Bell Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 1:27 pm
Does Intersect Illinois have a role in this trip?
Comment by Henry Francis Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 1:30 pm
===going to China and Japan===
That Japan trip was a joke. He just wandered around.
Comment by Rich Miller Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 1:31 pm
“Remember Rauner going to China and Japan”
Yep
Another waste of time and money on an Ego Trip.
Comment by Back to the Future Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 1:32 pm
First, the man is a billionaire. He can go to Scotland or anywhere else he desires at anytime. Any reason to head to Scotland is a good one. The subject of the conference only makes it more relevant.
Comment by Lt Guv Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 2:15 pm
First trip overseas during his tenure and for a good reason
Hope its successful
Comment by Etown Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 4:36 pm
I fully support Gov. Pritzker attempting to bring green jobs to Illinois. My only concern is southern Illinois being forgotten about. There are a lot of fossil fuel jobs here, and hundreds of families that depend on that industry. In the transition from fossil fuel to green energy, I hope Gov. Pritzker doesn’t forget about those who rely on those jobs that he is doing away with.
Comment by Coco Wednesday, Oct 27, 21 @ 5:11 pm