Overview
The robocalls, television ads, and debates have finally ended, and now it’s time to analyze the results of the 2010 midterm elections. As many expected, the election ushered in a dramatic change in Washington, D.C. and at statehouses across the country. Republicans now control the House of Representatives and have gained back key governor and legislative positions in states with both traditional and renewable sources of energy production. It’s a big change from 2008 and 2006, when a sea of blue swept the nation. For utilities and other energy providers, it’s vital to understand the political landscape and how it will shape energy policy and direction for the next two years. This webinar will outline that direction and attempt to provide a picture of how changes in political winds will play out in the months to come. Presenters will discuss key victories and losses, recently announced committee assignments, and the election’s impact on energy policy at the federal level. Additionally, presenters will give insight into the energy debate at the state level and how that may impact energy development.
Who Should Attend?
- Utility executives and managers
- Renewable energy developers
- Attorneys, general counsels, and legal advisors
- Utility government-affairs staff members
- Lobbyists and consultants within the energy industry
- Utility resource and strategic planners
- Construction and engineering personnel
- Lenders and financial institutions
- Communication and public relations staff members
Learning Outcomes:
- Analyze how energy policy will be directed in the next two years at both the state and federal levels
- Identify elected officials, both new and incumbent, that will shape energy policy
- Review likely changes in committee leadership and membership for the 112th Congress
- Discuss potential legislative bills that will impact traditional and renewable forms of energy production
- Evaluate the change of political power and its effect on current projects
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