About the Summit
On May 4-6 in Washington D.C., join fellow lawmakers and experts to protect our lands, waters, and democracy as we address the climate emergency.
At the Summit we will promote the restoration and continuation of the climate investments in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), and ensure lawmakers on Capitol Hill understand the economic and national security implications of keeping them. Our press conference will feature elected officials who are also veterans to bring home the fact that investments in sustainable infrastructure and climate resiliency are key to our energy security.
The Summit gathering will help foster strategic partnerships with elected officials, impact investors, and climate solution companies to scale up, and accelerate clean energy initiatives.
Additionally, we look forward to learning about your initiatives and concerns.
During our last Energy Security Summit at the Department of Energy, Elected Officials to Protect America (EOPA) spoke at the National Press Club in Washington D.C. about the challenges and benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), on the law’s anniversary. Below is the recording of the event, which also aired on CSPAN.
EOPA partnered with the Department of Energy’s Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) office. At the Summit members of the Climate Emergency and Energy Security Task Force, and others had opportunities to learn about IRA funding, criteria, and how to apply for the historic investments in America’s communities. There was also a focus on what the IRA can offer veteran owned businesses and Justice40 communities.
Summit activities
DATES:
May 4–6, 2025
DAY ONE: CONVENE – May 4
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, 1250 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202
- 12:00 – Attendee Arrival and Check-In (All Day)
- 4:00 – Capital Mayors Meeting (Invite Only)
- 6:00 – Welcome Reception with Appetizers
- 6:45 – Welcome Speech
- 6:55 – Introduction to the Summit
- 7:30 – Graduation of Public Leadership Certificates
DAY TWO: PROGRESS – May 5
Location: National Press Club, 529 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20045
- 8:00 – Yoga & Sound Healing at the Ritz Carlton
- 8:30 – Capital Mayors Breakfast (invite only) at the National Press Club
- 9:30 – Coffee & Networking
- 10:00 – Welcome
- 10:15 – Keynote speeches
- 10:45 – Operationalizing & Protecting the Inflation Reduction Act
- 11:30 – Thematic Breakout Sessions
- 12:15 – Lunch Break
- 1:30 – Energy Security Solutions Panel
- 2:15 – Choose Your Climate Future: The En-ROADS Climate Workshop
- 3:45 – Closing Speech
- 4:00 – Depart for hotel or airport (if not staying for the press conference or Congressional visits)
DAY THREE: IMPACT – May 6
Location: National Press Club, 529 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20045
- 11:00 – National Press Conference
- 12:00 – Lunch Break and Congressional Briefing
- 1:00 – Transfer to Capitol Hill
- 1:30 – Congressional Visits
Spreakers and Special Guests
Hear from trailblazing leaders committed to protecting America, including:
Marvelous Speaker with a great set of skills.
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Marvelous Speaker with a great set of skills.
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Marvelous Speaker with a great set of skills.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in partnering with us? Explore our sponsorship packages to support this critical event and reach out to Dominic Frongillo at dominic@protectingamerica.net