REMI: Fall 2009 Online Seminar Series

 

REMI Fall 2009 Seminar Series

REMI (Regional Economic Models, Inc.) is pleased to announce that we are offering an online series of topical seminars throughout the fall. Each presentation will evaluate present or on-going challenges facing the US economy both at the micro- and macro-economic levels, as well as some proposed solutions to those problems.

All presentations for your region are offered on Thursdays and will last approximately one hour in length. You may choose to attend either at 11am EST or 2pm EST. Please click on any of the following links to view the full schedule for that seminar and to register:

 

·  Surviving Flu Season: The State-By-State Economic Effects of an Influenza Pandemic With and Without the Raytheon Early Response System and Mitigation

October 22nd
11:00am EST or 2:00pm EST

This presentation is based on a REMI study that evaluates the economic impacts of avian influenza and it shows the benefits of the Raytheon Early Response System in averting a pandemic.

·  Unemployment: When the Benefits Run Out

October 29th
11:00am EST or 2:00pm EST

We will use PI⁺ to examine the effects of the end of unemployment benefits for those who have been laid off due to the decline of the economy. We will also look at the consequences for those states which are extending these benefits due to the crisis.

·  Public Transit: Transportation on a Budget

November 19th
11:00am EST or 2:00pm EST

In this presentation, we will analyze the effects of recent budget cuts on public transit agencies. We will model the different ways in which these agencies are coping with these cuts in tandem with the impacts of these policy changes on the passengers.

·  Cap and Trade: What is the cost?

December 3rd
11:00am EST or 2:00pm EST

In this presentation, we will examine the effect of the Waxman-Markey legislation on industries and regional economies. We will focus on its impact on regional competitiveness, particularly regarding energy prices and the cost effects on both consumers and businesses.

These presentations will be offered at no charge via the WebEx Internet Conferencing System. Advanced registration is required. If you would like to attend, please select one of the links above or visit our website at: www.remi.com.

We look forward to your participation!

Yours truly,

Leah Jalbert
Business Development Associate
Regional Economic Models, Inc.
433 West St.
Amherst, MA 01002
tel. 413-549-1169
fax. 413-549-1038
seminars@remi.com