28th Annual NCAC-USAEE Energy Policy Conference

Empowering Energy Transitions: Abundance, Security, and Sustainability

Georgetown University, Leavey Conference Center | Washington, DC

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USAEE's National Capital Area Chapter invites you to its 28th Annual Energy Policy Conference on May 1 at Georgetown University. REGISTER NOW TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE!

Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM (Doors and registration open at 8:00 a.m.)
Venue: Georgetown University, Leavey Conference Center, 1560 Tondorf Road, Washington, DC 20057

This timely and informative conference focusing on the critical themes of energy abundance, security, and sustainability. As the global energy landscape evolves, it is imperative to explore the synergies and challenges of balancing a seemingly insatiable demand for energy with supplies that are subject to economic, policy, and other constraints.

This conference will bring together energy experts from a variety of fields to discuss the future of energy in a rapidly changing world, focusing on:

Abundance: How can we harness the potential of both traditional and renewable energy sources to ensure a reliable and abundant energy supply?
Security: In an era of geopolitical uncertainty, how can we ensure energy security while mitigating risks associated with energy supply, energy demand, geopolitical concerns, and climate change?
Sustainability: How can we meet growing the growing need for energy in a sustainable way, given infrastructure limitations and changing policy?

Throughout the conference, participants will have the opportunity to network with experts, share insights, and collaborate on innovative solutions that promote a balanced energy future. We will also host a career-oriented workshop called “A Pitch With A Twist” for those updating their LinkedIn profiles and/or considering career moves.

***For those who have had their ability to attend impacted by the recent government layoffs/cuts, please reach out to discuss a reduced registration fee.

Conference Agenda

Time	Session
8:00 – 8:30 am	Breakfast and Registration
8:30 – 8:50 am	Welcome and Opening Remarks • Jeff Plewes, Principal, Charles River Associates; President, NCAC-USAEE • Andrew Gilligan, Adjunct Professor, Landegger Program in International Business Diplomacy, Georgetown University • Dave O’Keefe, Vice President, Terrestrial Energy; Vice President, NCAC-USAEE
8:50 – 9:20 am	Opening Plenary Session • Carla Tully, Board Director, Advisor, Investor
9:20 – 10:15 am	Panel: The Economics and Politics of “Drill, Baby, Drill” Moderator: Kevin Book, Co-Founder and Director of Research, ClearView Energy Partners, LLC Panelists: • Michael Cohen, Chief US Economist and Head of Oil and Gas Analysis, bp Strategy, Sustainability & Ventures • Mason Hamilton, Vice President of Economics and Research, American Petroleum Institute (API) • Richard Meyer, Vice President of Energy Markets, Analysis, and Standards, American Gas Association (AGA)
10:15 – 10:35 am	Networking Break
10:35 – 10:55 am	Distinguished Speaker • Anna Shpitsberg, Power Market and Clean Energy Finance Specialist, former Chief Climate Officer at the DFC
10:55 – 11:50 am	Panel: Assessing Growth Prospects for the U.S. Renewable Energy Industry Moderator: Andrew Gilligan, Senior Director, Fluence; Adjunct Professor, Landegger Program in IBD, Georgetown University Panelists: • Marie Fontenot, Vice President, Power Resources, East Bay Community Energy • Susanne Fratzscher, Vice President, Sol Systems • Gabe Wuebben, Head of Capital Markets, Excelsior Energy Capital
11:50 am – 1:10 pm	Lunch and Conference Keynote Address • Bob McNally, President, Rapidan Energy Group
1:10 – 2:00 pm	Career Workshop: A Pitch With a Twist Moderator: Melissa Reitkopp, Talent Acquisition and Career Coach, Reitkopp Recruiting / Career Compass
2:00 – 2:50 pm	Panel: Critical Policy Elements of Sustainable Energy Dominance Moderator: Lou Pugliaresi, President, Energy Policy Research Foundation (EPRINC) Panelists: • Battulga Odgerel, Director of Energy Transition Research, EPRINC • Thomas J. Pyle, President, Institute for Energy Research (IER) • Jack Spencer, Senior Research Fellow for Energy and Environmental Policy, The Heritage Foundation Panel background materials: Crisis to Growth -NCAC-USAEE May 1 Background_v3.pdf
2:50 – 3:10 pm	Networking Break
3:10 – 4:00 pm	Panel: Recognizing Value: New Market Dynamics Driving Nuclear Energy Moderator: Benton Arnett, Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) Panelists: • David Brown, Senior Vice President for Government Affairs and Public Policy, Constellation • Madeline Cohen, Research Associate, EFI Foundation • Andrew Foss, Senior Technical Advisor, Office of Nuclear Energy, US Department of Energy
4:00 – 4:30 pm	Fireside Chat and Conference Wrap-Up Moderator: Dave O’Keefe, Vice President, NCAC-USAEE Panelist: Adam Sieminski, Senior Advisor to the Board, King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC)
4:30 – 6:30 pm	Cocktail and Networking Reception