Israeli solar and alternative energy companies are stirring up major interest Texas, as the two are reportedly discussing alternative energy collaborations in what may prove to be $1 billion in potential investments.

According to an Israel21c report, Israeli clean-tech companies and Texas investors will meet in Austin in February to discuss potential corporations. The one-day conference aims to establish business and trade ties in the alternative energy industries between the two parties. Israel and Texas have previously successfully  cooperated in the fields of medicine and defense.

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