Our eighth year

March 1-2, 2013.
"From Idea to Impact: Collaborating to Meet Global Energy Challenges."
Bringing together thought leaders from industry, academia and government to tackle the greatest technology, policy and business challenges in energy.

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Friday Keynote

David Crane is President and CEO of NRG Energy, a Fortune 300 energy company at the forefront of changing how people think about and use energy. NRG is the nation’s largest independent power generator and one of the largest solar generators.

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Friday Opening Plenary

Friday's opening plenary session will address the topic of energy innovation in times of austerity with leading global energy executives. We will address how energy innovation can be accelerated to meet today’s most pressing energy challenges.

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Friday Panels

Our Friday Panels will be held on MIT’s campus and provide a unique opportunity to take a deep dive into select energy topics, with the benefit of longer-format interaction.

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Energy Showcase

The Friday Night Energy Showcase, free and open to the public, is designed to exhibit the latest research concepts, technologies and ventures coming out of our energy community. This year’s showcase will be held at the stunning Park Plaza Castle.

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Saturday Keynote

Former Governor and Energy Secretary Bill Richardson recently completed his second term as Governor of New Mexico in January 2011. Prior to being elected governor, Richardson enjoyed a very successful and fulfilling career in public service.

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Saturday Conference and Idea Storm

Our first-ever interactive session connects ideas from the conference with concrete future action. This session will unite industry experts, policy makers, and students in small groups to answer critical energy challenges.

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Announcements

Thank you for attending our 2013 conference!

World-class, Student-led

The MIT Energy Conference has grown to be the premier energy conference of its kind.  We are proud that it continues to be entirely student-led.

March 1, 2013 at MIT Campus, Cambridge, MA

The Friday Panels provide a unique opportunity for deeper discussions of select topics. Learn More »

March 1, 2013 at The Boston Park Plaza Castle, Boston, MA

The Friday Night Energy Showcase is designed to exhibit the latest research and technologies in the energy space. With more than 90 presenters and 1,000 attendees… Learn More »

March 2, 2013 at the Westin Copley Place, Boston, MA

The Saturday Conference provides a unique opportunity to hear leading professionals from academia, government, industry and NGOs discuss and debate… Learn More »