The State of the Energy Industry Forum is USEA’s premier annual gathering of energy leaders and policymakers, convening CEOs of Washington’s leading energy trade associations to set the agenda for the year ahead. Featuring a high-level keynote conversation with a senior U.S. Department of Energy official and dynamic sessions on energy security, affordability, supply chains, permitting reform, and innovation, this forum delivers timely insights and actionable perspectives at a pivotal moment for the U.S. energy sector. For energy industry and policy professionals, this is the room where priorities align, and the future takes shape.
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The State of the Energy Industry Forum 2026 sessions dive deeper into the policy choices, market dynamics, and infrastructure decisions shaping America’s energy future. From energy security and affordability to supply chain resilience, permitting modernization, and breakthrough innovation – anchored by a keynote conversation with a senior U.S. Department of Energy official – the program offers practical insights and real-world perspectives for leaders driving the next chapter of the U.S. energy sector.
Advancing American Energy Security
Explore how U.S. energy resources, critical infrastructure, and smart policy choices can reinforce national security, create economic opportunity, and build resilience in an era of rising demand and global uncertainty.
Addressing Energy Affordability
As AI and data centers increase system demands and investment needs accelerate, this session will tackle the challenge at the heart of today’s energy debate: delivering affordable energy while maintaining reliability and long-term sustainability.
Strengthening Supply Chains
From equipment manufacturing to fuel delivery to skills and human capital, this discussion examines where U.S. energy supply chains are under pressure – and where strategic action can unlock greater resilience, competitiveness, and domestic capacity.
Keynote Conversation with a Senior U.S. Department of Energy Official
A must-hear conversation offering an insider perspective on federal energy priorities, policy direction, and opportunities for collaboration between government and industry.
Improving the Permitting Process
Learn how practical permitting reforms can accelerate energy projects, reduce uncertainty, and deliver results – while still meeting regulatory standards and community expectations.
Innovations in Energy
Discover the technologies, tools, and new approaches reshaping the energy sector, and what innovation means for the future of U.S. energy production, infrastructure, and markets.
Speakers
The USEA State of the Energy Industry Forum 2026 will convene CEOs from leading U.S. energy trade associations, senior industry leaders, and U.S. government officials. The full speaker lineup will be announced soon.
The Hon. Mark Menezes
President and Chief Executive Officer
United States Energy Association
Maria Korsnick
President and Chief Executive Officer
Nuclear Energy Institute
Robert Gee
President
Gee Strategies Group LLC
Dena Wiggins
President and Chief Executive Officer
Natural Gas Supply Association
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Sponsoring the State of the Energy Industry Forum positions your organization at the center of the national energy conversation, alongside senior industry leaders and key policymakers shaping U.S. energy priorities. Sponsorship offers high-visibility engagement with influential decision-makers, reinforces your leadership on critical energy issues, and demonstrates your commitment to America’s energy future. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities.