The second half of Oklahoma’s 60th Legislative Session began in January. Much like the first half that ended in May 2025, the second half sees Oklahoma policymakers considering legislation on renewable energy, local control energy issues, data center impacts, and workforce development and licensure, among many other issues. SPEER tracks energy pertinent legislation as it moves through the session.

If you are interested in reviewing what bills we are tracking, our priorities for the session, and any other OK-specific information please see our Oklahoma Policy page. 

SPEER's 2025 Impact Report: Advancing Energy Efficiency & Serving Our Communities is now live!

While 2025 certainly had its challenges, SPEER continued to lead the charge in our territory with dogged determination to pursue our mission: promoting energy efficiency and serving the great people of Texas and Oklahoma.

Take a look at some of last year's accomplishments we are most proud of, and dive in here!

SPEER Staff to Attend All in for Oklahoma Regional Meeting in Stillwater

SPEER CEO Todd McAlister and Senior Manager of Policy Engagement Noah Oaks will be attending the Stillwater event of the All In for Oklahoma Regional Meeting Series on Thursday, March 26 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Building on the feedback gathered from surveys distributed at each of the 2025 meetings, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce will lead a focused discussion on the specific challenges and opportunities impacting different regions, provide an update on their Strategic Plan, and share info about their programs and services.

More info and registration here.

Webinar Recap: Understanding the 2024 IECC Energy Rating Index – Section R406

Data center operators run into delays due to power demands and opposition - OK Energy Today

AI in Oklahoma: Gov. Stitt signs new law to expand energy opportunities - News On 6

Oklahoma House panel advances data center energy surcharge bill - News 9

Oklahoma economy needs robust renewable energy sector, too | Opinion - The Oklahoman

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SPEER has over 230 recorded webinars archived on our YouTube channel focused on vital energy topics. Most recently we have added new webinar recordings: Data Center Growth & Energy Efficiency, Understanding the 2024 IECC Energy Rating Index – Section R406, Using HomeBoost to Document Energy Improvements & Support IECC Chapter 5, and many more. 

Be sure to subscribe to stay informed as new material is uploaded and stay up-to-date with the latest industry and efficiency trends and resources!

Webinar: 2024 IECC Commercial – What to Enforce (Without Mechanical)

March 10 @ 10:30 am

The 2024 IECC brings meaningful changes to commercial energy code enforcement—especially for building envelope, lighting, electrical systems, and commissioning. This session cuts through the noise and focuses on what plan reviewers and inspectors in Texas are most often asked to verify in the field and at the counter.

SPEER/CleanTX Earth Week Workshop & Happy Hour

April 21, 2-6 pm

Scholz Garten, Austin

CleanTX and SPEER are partnering for an Earth Week Workshop & Happy Hour focused on Community-First Grid Expansion. 

As data centers and hyper-scalers drive unparalleled electricity demand in Texas, utilities face mounting pressure to connect new load faster than traditional grid infrastructure can be planned and built. The need for innovative, near-term solutions is urgent. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how Texas can meet large load demand by combining speed-to-market solutions with on-site generation as a bridge and long-term market resource. Panelists will discuss hybrid approaches that integrate natural gas, BESS, and renewables to deliver power to sites faster while shifting the paradigm from grid defection to grid services in ERCOT.

We’ll also address ways to strategically reduce residential energy use, shift load, and invest in energy efficiency, demand response, and distributed energy resources to unlock grid capacity, accelerate data center interconnections, and deliver shared benefits for utilities, communities, and consumers through collaborative, community-focused energy strategies. ICC CEU’s will be provided for the workshop session.

Registration and sponsorship options here.

CELC Webinar: Illuminated Insights – A Lighting Provider Power Hour

May 21 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join SPEER for a fast-paced, interactive Lighting Systems Provider Showcase designed to spark new ideas and connect you with industry leaders. The session kicks off with quick-fire, 5-minute presentations from 4–5 lighting experts—giving you the highlights you need, fast. After a brief transition, dive deeper in 20-minute breakout rooms where you can ask questions, explore solutions, and collaborate with peers. We’ll wrap with a short closing session to leave you energized and informed.

Presenter: Cory Payne, Bryte-Light