USAEE E-NEWSLETTER | CONFERENCE SPECIAL #3 - STILL TIME TO JOIN US IN FORT WORTH

Welcome to this special edition of the United States Association for Energy Economics newsletter! This edition is the third of three in recent weeks looking ahead to the 42nd USAEE/IAEE North American Conference in just under two weeks in Fort Worth. We can't wait to see you there! As always, your feedback is invaluable to us, so please reach out to share your thoughts, article ideas, and questions at usaee@usaee.org.

LESS THAN TWO WEEKS TO GO!

Still Time To Register and Join Us in Fort Worth

There is still time to register for the 2025 USAEE/IAEE North American Conference and then join us November 16—19 in Fort Worth!

Don't miss out! — our dynamic conference program includes:

A strong cross-industry, macroeconomic orientation
Keynotes and plenaries from leading voices in energy economics
Concurrent sessions featuring 100+ research presentations
Special events — including a reception at the iconic Joe T. Garcia's
Robust student-focused programming, mentoring opportunities, and career development

42nd USAEE/IAEE North American Conference
Sunday, November 16 through Wednesday, November 19
Fort Worth, Texas
The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel

REGISTER

If you have already registered, be sure to check the conference FAQ for all you need to know before you head to the Lone Star State!

If you have not yet reserved your accommodation at the conference hotel, act now to book your room at the Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel — a limited number of rooms remain available at the special USAEE group rate! Please email Gabrielle.Guinn@marriott.com to reserve your room at the discounted rate ($215/night).

More Powerhouse Panels

How AI Is Shaping
Energy Demand

Bart Slowik

One of an array of compelling panels on the conference agenda is "How AI Is Shaping Energy Demand." This session will be moderated by Bart Slowik, Managing Director of Innovation for the Dallas Regional Chamber and will feature: Gopal Gupta, Co-Director of of the Center for Applied AI & Machine Learning at the University of Texas at Dallas, Andy Hollingsworth, Technical Initiatives Director at Hunt Energy; and Cameron Poursoltan, Senior Manager, Energy Policy — Texas for the Data Center Coalition. With energy demand evolving rapidly as economies adapt to growth, innovation, and sustainability goals, this panel will explore the broader forces shaping demand and consider their strategic implications for business, government, and communities.

Zanotti Joins CEO
Keynote Session

Luca Zanotti

The conference speaker lineup is further enhanced by the addition of Luca Zanotti, CEO of Interpipe, to our program. Luca will be featured in our in-depth Keynote CEO Forum on energy and economic growth alongside Eugenio Madero, CEO of Rassini, the largest vertically integrated manufacturer of disc brakes in the Americas and moderator Ravi Kathuria, a thought leader on organizational clarity and cohesion, CEO of Cohegic, and founder of the Houston Strategy Forum. The CEO Forum is one of a quartet of compelling conference keynotes, along with Thomas J. Gleeson, the Chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Texas, venture capitalist and nuclear energy advocate Ray Rothrock, and a closing lunch panel on the opportunities and challenges facing Independent System Operators (ISOs) and Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs).

Student Events and Recognition

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All attendees are invited to attend conference student events, including finalist presentations for the Best Student Paper and Young Professional Best Paper competitions as well as the Best Student Poster Awards Competition and Reception.

The 2025 conference continues USAEE's commitment to strong student engagement and will see student competition winners recognized at the annual awards lunch.

Ph.D. Day | Sunday, November 16 -- 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Registration Closed
Student Mentoring Breakfast | Monday, November 17 -- 8:00 - 8:55 a.m. Registration Closed
Young Professional Best Paper Competition Finalist Presentations | Monday, November 17 -- 2:00 - 3:15 p.m.
Best Student Paper Competition Finalist Presentations | Monday, November 17 -- 4:45 - 6:00 p.m.
Best Student Poster Award Competition and Reception | Monday, November 17 -- 6:15 - 7:30 p.m.
USAEE Awards Lunch | Tuesday, November 17 -- 12:40 - 1:45 p.m.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

It's not too late to join us as a conference or association sponsor! Provide vital support for USAEE's mission and enjoy a range of benefits that enhance visibility and impact both at the conference and year-round!

KEY CONFERENCE DATES
Nov. 16-19	42nd USAEE/IAEE North American Conference
Nov. 16	Opening Reception
Nov. 17	First Day of Conference Sessions
Nov. 17	Student Poster Competition and Reception
Nov. 18	USAEE Awards Lunch
Nov. 18	Special Reception: An Evening at the World Famous Joe T. Garcia's