Name
General Session Lunch: Navigating the Energy Evolution (Eldorado Grand Ballroom, 1st floor)
Date & Time
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Speakers
Ernie C'deBaca, Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce
Synthia Jaramillo, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The Honorable Tim Ryan
Mercedes Enrique, CMS
Synthia Jaramillo, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The Honorable Tim Ryan
Mercedes Enrique, CMS
Description
Panel: The Role of Energy in National Resilience and Economic Strength
Explore how a balanced energy approach, leveraging oil, natural gas, renewables, and emerging technologies, fortifies national security and drives economic resilience. Learn how innovations in grid modernization, domestic energy production, and infrastructure development enhance reliability, safeguard critical industries, and protect against geopolitical and cyber threats. Discover how a strong and diverse energy portfolio not only powers our economy but also strengthens our defense capabilities, ensuring the U.S. remains secure, competitive, and prepared for the future.
Explore how AI and data centers transform the energy ecosystem and drive demand for innovative and reliable energy solutions. As energy consumption surges, especially with the expansion of AI, the need for a diverse mix of energy sources, including traditional, next-generation, nuclear, and emerging technologies, has never been greater. This session will examine how private and public partners invest in energy solutions to meet evolving demands while ensuring reliability, resilience, and cost efficiency. Additionally, discussions will focus on the critical need for grid modernization and reform to support this rapid technological shift and secure a stable energy future.