For the Inaugural
IEEE PES ENERGY & POLICY FORUM
14-17 April 2025, Washington D.C.
The IEEE Power and Energy Society Energy and Policy Forum (EPF) offers a unique platform for discussing, analyzing, and collaborating on critical issues shaping the power grid and energy policy. This is the inaugural year for the event. The Forum will bring together government experts, policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and other key stakeholders to explore the challenges and opportunities facing the energy sector. It will focus on advancing grid reliability, regulatory frameworks, resilience, and technological innovation. By fostering dialogue and knowledge-sharing, the Forum aims to drive strategic solutions that enhance the reliability, resilience, security, and affordability of our power systems.
SCOPE
- Energy Policy and Regulation:
- Analysis of current energy policies and regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
- Exploration of policy frameworks promoting renewable energy adoption, energy efficiency, decarbonization, and resilience enhancement.
- Discussion on the role of government incentives, subsidies, and funding mechanisms in accelerating the energy transition.
- Transmission and generation siting, environmental regulation and permitting reform.
- Sustainable Energy Transition:
- Evaluation and most recent advancement on renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind, hydropower, hydrogen, geothermal, and bioenergy.
- Challenges and opportunities in integrating renewable energy sources into existing power grid infrastructure.
- Exploring the role of short-term and long-duration energy storage systems
- Energy Security and Resilience:
- Measures to enhance energy resilience through diversified energy sources, grid modernization, and energy storage solutions.
- The role of decentralized energy systems and microgrids in improving resilience at the community level.
- Energy security risks, including geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and natural disasters
- Innovation and Technological Advancements:
- Showcase of emerging technologies and innovations in the energy sector, such as microgrids, advanced energy storage systems, and transportation electrification.
- The potential of digitalization, artificial intelligence, and IoT in optimizing energy systems and improving efficiency.
- Collaboration opportunities for startups, entrepreneurs, and research institutions to accelerate the development and deployment of clean energy solutions.
- Environmental Impact and Climate Change:
- Analysis of the environmental implications of energy production and consumption, including air and water pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change.
- Strategies for mitigating environmental impact through renewable energy deployment, energy conservation, and sustainable land use practices.
- Discussion on the intersection of energy policy, environmental justice, and social equity.
- Economic and Social Implications:
- The economic benefits and challenges associated with the transition to a sustainable energy system, including job creation, investment and finance opportunities, and cost implications.
- Social and equity considerations in energy policy, including access to clean energy, energy affordability, and community engagement.
- Strategies for ensuring a just transition for workers and communities affected by the shift away from fossil fuels.
- International Cooperation and Collaboration:
- Discussion on the role of international agreements, partnerships, and initiatives in addressing global energy challenges, such as the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals.
- Examination of best practices and lessons learned from international experiences in energy policy, technology deployment, and capacity building.
- Collaboration opportunities for cross-border projects, knowledge exchange, and capacity building initiatives.
For more information email pes-epf@listserv.ieee.org