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In this edition:


  • Recap: SPEER at the 2026 Roger Farrer Energy Conference
  • Noteworthy News
  • Upcoming Events & Webinars 
  • OK Resources

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Recap: SPEER at the 2026 Roger Farrer Energy Conference

SPEER was in the house for the 11th Annual Oklahoma Association of Energy Engineers (AEEOK) / Great Plains Center of Excellence Roger Farrer Energy Conference.


We had a great time joining Oklahoma's energy professionals for a fantastic event dedicated to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and the technologies shaping Oklahoma's energy future.


SPEER CEO Todd McAlister had the opportunity to deliver a keynote address, "Building Bridges and Narrowing the Gaps: How Energy Efficiency's Relevance Never Fades."


Can't wait for next year's event!

Noteworthy News

OUBCC Seeks Volunteers


The Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission (OUBCC) is seeking volunteers for the Commercial Energy Conservation Technical Committee and the National Electrical Code Review Committee. Applications and more information can be found here.

$6M Tribal Energy Prize Open for New Submissions


The U.S. Department of Energy's Tribal Energy Capacity Expansion Prize, designed to support the role of Tribal Nations in energy decision-making processes, recently opened for Phase 1 submissions. This prize is facilitated through the American-Made program at the National Laboratory of the Rockies.


Intended for federally recognized Tribal entities and multi-Tribe collaborative teams, this $6 million, three-phase competition aims to increase resources and capabilities in sectors such as energy permitting, workforce development, and environmental compliance.

 

To learn more about the prize and how to apply, head here. Submissions are due by Dec. 4, 2026.

 

For a detailed overview and opportunity to ask questions about the prize, use the following link to register to attend an informational webinar on Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. ET.

Webinar Recap: Beyond the Data Center: Building the Community around Data Centers



She got an electric bill for $1,373. She's not alone - NPR


Eric Pollard, ACOG, Honored by U.S. Department of Energy - ACOG


Central Oklahoma Clean Cities Coalition Celebrates 30 Years - ACOG


Energy a key part of September economic growth in Oklahoma - OK Energy Today

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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: Community Input, Practical Impact: Balancing Data Center Growth With Community Needs, Illuminated Insights: A Lighting Provider Power Hour, Understanding Code-Driven Energy Metering in Commercial Buildings, and many more. 


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OK Resources





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