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The U.S. auto industry faces big roadblocks and opportunities: forecasting consumer demand, Chinese competition and subsidized oversupply, infrastructure hurdles, supply chain vulnerabilities, and a changing policy landscape. In this Energy Policy Seminar, Christopher Smith, Ford's Chief Government Affairs Officer, will explore the policy choices the United States can make to strengthen its domestic auto industry - as well as the policies that would hobble it. Q&A to follow. Buffet-style lunch will be served.

Registration: RSVP required. A Harvard University ID is required for in-person attendance; all are welcome to attend via Zoom.

Recording: The seminar will be recorded and available to watch on the Belfer Center's YouTube channel.

Accessibility: To request accommodations or who have questions about access, please contact Liz Hanlon (ehanlon@hks.harvard.edu) in advance of the session.

This seminar is part of Harvard Climate Action Week 2025 (September 15–21), a series of events that will convene our world-class faculty and leaders in business, government, and civil society. The week will culminate in the Salata Institute’s Harvard Climate Symposium: Pathways for Progress on Energy and Climate on September 19-21. Learn more: