Some of the most exciting innovation and research to positively impact the health of our planet is going on in the automobile industry. And much of it is going in two places – Germany, and UW Madison. This week, researchers, business and civic leaders, government officials and economic development experts are gathering to consider the car of the future and how Germany and Wisconsin might partner to create it. The first obvious connection is the technology and science potential of a partnership of UW engineering experts and German automakers. The second is the shared commitment to sustainable supply chains and green energy. And third is the Madison region?s interest in establishing a globally competitive entrepreneurial and employment sector as an economic development engine.