NCEP 2026 Annual Meeting: Collaborative Responses to Load Growth

The National Council on Electricity Policy (NCEP) facilitates this annual meeting for state-level electricity decision-makers and stakeholders to explore multiple perspectives on complex electricity system issues. The conference aims to complete the "NCEP Framework for Successful Collaboration on Load Growth," a tool that will document actionable approaches to the challenges of unprecedented load growth. Discussions will cover the impact of pressing energy system issues on electricity policy and customers, how different state decision-makers' roles influence their approaches, and how federal policies, regulations, and priorities affect state actions. The agenda includes expert presentations on topics such as the roles of economic development agencies, manufacturing, and data centers in relation to load growth. This meeting provides a collaborative forum for sharing perspectives and learning from peers.