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The BioEnergy Texas Coalition (BETX) is an initiative funded by private individuals, corporations, and foundations to accelerate research & development, business development, and the integration of renewable energy technologies and fuels in Texas. The Coalition will create forums for the leveraging of Texas assets and resources in support of the industry’s growth throughout the State, resulting in increased investment and job creation for positive economic development impact. It is the goal of BETX to bring recognition, education, and promotion to the renewable energy industry in Texas, supporting its development across the State. This will be primarily accomplished through the hosting of a Conference which will serve as a catalyst for business growth, and by providing leadership for on-going Industry Development Meetings. BETX is sponsoring the BioEnergy Texas – Conference 2006. The Conference will provide a forum for industry stakeholders to meet, share ideas, learn of state and national programs & policy directives, develop business and finance strategies, and foster economic development in the Texas renewable energy industry. The formal designation for this organization is: TRAC/BioEnergy Texas Coalition (BETX). BETX is established in affiliation with the Technology Research Assistance Consortium, (TRAC), and is one of TRAC’s industry initiatives. The entity is organized as a 501(c)3, nonprofit coalition with a Board of Directors, an Advisory Board, a Research & Education Council, and members and underwriters who are working in support of bioenergy in the State of Texas.