WHO: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and Sandia National Laboratories/California, in partnership with the City of Livermore and the i-GATE Innovation Hub, are presenting a new business networking series called "Get to Know Your National Labs."

Both Livermore-based national laboratories are seeking to create opportunities for regional businesses to leverage the scientific, technology and engineering breakthroughs and expertise that are housed in these unparalleled institutions.

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WHAT: The first networking event will focus on the "Integration of Renewables" in California, with information and potential partnership opportunities that could help the Bay Area business community meet this energy challenge.

WHEN: Monday, Feb. 13, from 2-5 p.m.

WHERE: Robert Livermore Community Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. Main desk telephone: 925-373-5700.

NOTE: This event is free and open to the business community. For more information and to register, go to the Web.