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Americans for a Clean Energy Grid convened federal and state leaders at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., to recognize bipartisan champions who have helped advance transmission planning, permitting, and development over the past year.

The National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) 2026 Energy Policy Outlook Conference was held February 3-6, 2026, in Washington, D.C.

The 2026 State of State Regulation Luncheon at NARUC’s Winter Policy Summit was a resounding success, as PUF Executive Editor Rachel Bryant moderated a discussion with members of the NARUC Executive Committee, including NARUC President Ann Rendahl, First VP Jehmal Hudson, Second VP Katie Sieben, and Treasurer Josh Byrnes.

The 2026 NARUC Winter Policy Summit was held February 8-11 in Washington, D.C. and gathered regulators from across the country along with international attendees for four days of education and camaraderie.

A resiliency panel was led by NARUC President and Washington Commissioner Ann Rendahl. First Vice President and Virginia Commissioner Jehmal Hudson also took center stage, leading two panels, one on permitting and a demand roundtable on large load tariffs.

The United States Energy Association's forum convened CEOs from leading energy trade associations and set the energy agenda for the year ahead.

Long-time Executive Editor Steve Mitnick handed the baton to Rachel Bryant, an engineer and lawyer who is familiar to many of our readers as her career has centered on energy.

“To say Steve is a mentor doesn’t quite capture it. He’s been a friend to me, to our members, and to the energy community at large. His passion for storytelling and people has inspired countless professionals, and his legacy will continue to shape this industry long after he steps back from his editorial role.”

The National Association of State Energy Officials convened a community of energy and environment officials in Nashville in late October.

The National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates held its 2025 Annual Meeting in Seattle during the NARUC Annual Meeting and Education Conference, which allowed for ease of sharing the important voices in utility regulation.