2026 Engineering & Operations Conference and Trade Show
2026-04-13 08:00 - 2026-04-16 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Portland, WA, 97232, United States
Join more than 1,000 public power professionals from across the West for the region’s largest electric utility event. Over three days, you’ll gain practical insights from 26 breakout sessions, explore the latest products and innovations with more than 250 exhibitors, and connect with peers from utilities across the Western U.S. Strengthen your skills, earn continuing education credits, and experience the energy of the industry through live equipment displays, networking events, and hands-on pre-conference workshops offered Monday afternoon (separate registration required).

Who should attend?
Electric utility engineering and operations personnel, as well as those in information technology, safety, purchasing, environmental, accounting, communications, or any area where a more in-depth knowledge of engineering and operations would be beneficial.

Registration:

Member Early Bird (through 2/28/26): $825
Member Standard: $1,025
Non-member Early Bird (through 2/28/26): $1,240
Non-member Standard: $1,440

2026 Washington Women in Trades Fair
2026-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
Participants include training programs, apprenticeships, unions, city & county agencies, non-profits, and commercial construction companies.
Learn about job options from tradeswomen, all in one room, all at the same time. Exhibits are both indoors and outdoors.
Come ready to try a trade! Everyone is welcome at this FREE event!

Offshore Technology Conference
2026-05-04 07:00 - 2026-05-07 17:00 | NRG Park, 8600 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX, 77054, United States
Steering Offshore Energy Innovation into the Future emphasizes the pivotal role oil and gas, along with other emerging offshore energy sources, will play in shaping a sustainable and energy-secure future. As the global demand for cleaner, more efficient energy solutions grows, offshore energy solutions are at the forefront of this evolution.
Innovations in offshore wind, tidal, and wave energy are gaining momentum, transforming how we harness renewable resources from the ocean. By integrating cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices,the offshore energy sector is not only advancing traditional energy sources but also accelerating the development of alternative solutions. Together, these efforts are steering the future of offshore energy—leading the charge towards a balanced, sustainable energy mix that will power generations to come.

Agenda includes:

University R&D Showcase
Technical Sessions
Keynote Speaker Series
Around the World Series
Networking Events
Energy4Me High School Teacher STEM Workshop

Registration

Early Bird: Jan. 26 – Mar. 2
Standard: Mar. 3 – April 22
On-Site: April 23 – May 7
Prices vary for members, nonmembers, students, and the R&D showcase
