10th Annual North American Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Conference

The 10th Annual North American Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Conference, titled "From Port to Power Grid: Energy Infrastructure, Demand, and the Path Forward," is organized by the University of Houston Law Center's Environment, Energy & Natural Resources (EENR) Center in collaboration with Blank Rome LLP. This event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the John O’Quinn Law Building on the University of Houston campus in Houston, Texas.

The conference will address the evolving energy industry, focusing on topics such as rising demand, infrastructure constraints, technological advancements, and regulatory considerations. Key discussions will explore the intersection of supply chains, ports, logistics systems with energy development, and grid reliability. Sessions will also delve into the impact of data and artificial intelligence on energy systems, the renewed interest in nuclear power, and strategies for balancing immediate challenges with long-term energy strategies.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with keynote speakers Seth Cohen, Chief Counsel for Nuclear Policy at the U.S. Department of Energy, and Parker Harrison, Incoming Chief Legal Officer at Port Houston. The program includes candid, business-focused discussions among senior energy executives, in-house counsel, investors, and advisors, aiming to provide practical takeaways and foster informed dialogue on the future of energy infrastructure and demand.

This conference is ideal for energy industry professionals, legal experts, policymakers, and investors seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of the current energy landscape. Participants will gain insights into how industry leaders are addressing challenges and opportunities in energy infrastructure and demand, making it a valuable event for those involved in shaping the future of energy.