L.A.: capital of green

As Al Gore picks up the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo today for his work exposing the dangers of global warming, business boosters and local officials are trying to win a more lucrative green award here at home: a share of the billions of dollars being invested in clean technology aimed at turning down the climate thermostat.As Al Gore picks up the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo today for his work exposing the dangers of global warming, business boosters and local officials are trying to win a more lucrative green award here at home: a share of the billions of dollars being invested in clean technology aimed at turning down the climate thermostat. Experts, policymakers, entrepreneurs and investors from around the world will gather today in Century City for the inaugural GreenXchange conference, where panels will explore the best ways to make government environmental mandates a reality. Editor's Note: GreenXchange is a first year IDG event.

Source: LA Times

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