Summit Program
Event Check-In
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Union Building
Event Check-in, Network, Visit Business Booths
Opening Plenary Session
Ballroom
9:00 AM
Welcome Remarks
Senator John Curtis
9:10 AM
KICKOFF CONVERSATION
Fix Our Forests: Reducing Wildfire Risk & Restoring Forest Health
Wildfires across the West are growing more destructive—threatening homes, businesses, forests, and critical infrastructure. This conversation will examine the drivers and impacts of today’s wildfires and highlight practical steps to reduce risk. Panelists will share perspectives on state forestry initiatives, local response, private-sector innovation, and bipartisan legislation, showing how collaboration can support more resilient forests.
Moderator: Sen. John Curtis
Panelists: Matt Weiner, Thomas Peterson, Devlin Daneshforouz
9:45 AM
Remarks
Mason Baker, CEO of UAMPS
10:10 AM
Keynote Speaker
Secretary Chris Wright, U.S. Department of Energy
Networking Break
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Network, Drinks & Snacks, Visit Business Booths
Breakout Session I
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
WEST BALLROOM: CONSERVATION SESSION I
Getting More, Using Less: A Focus on Water and Land
Topic: Water & Land
As the U.S. faces water and land shortages, it is becoming increasingly important to maximize resources and ensure conservation. During this panel, hear from experts about how industry and government are working to get more from using less.
Moderator: Warren Peterson
Panelists: Amber Brown, Tim Davis, Brian Steed, Amy Haas
EAST BALLROOM: INNOVATION SESSION I
Energy Innovation: Meeting Demand & Reducing Emissions
Topic: Next Gen Technologies
For the U.S. to meet growing energy demands while preserving environmental stewardship, embracing and accelerating the deployment of innovative technologies is critical. During this “smart brevity” series, hear the latest on geothermal, advanced nuclear, and other clean energy technologies from industry experts and thought leaders.
Moderator: Christina Baworowsky
Panelists: Steve Ryder, Nate Walkingshaw, Whitaker Irvin Jr., Chance Allen
SALTAIR ROOM: ENERGY SESSION I
American Strength Starts with Energy Independence: Why Nuclear Matters
Topic: Nuclear
Nuclear Energy plays a critical role in our nation’s ability to meet its energy needs and provides an undeniable national security benefit. Join energy innovators, policymakers and nuclear industry experts in a robust discussion about why nuclear energy must be central to any serious strategy for America’s secure and sovereign energy future.
Moderator: Andrew Neill
Panelists: Tim Hemstreet, Nathan Hill, John P. Revier, Chris Hayter
Networking Break
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Network, Drinks & Snacks, Visit Business Booths
Breakout Session II
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
WEST BALLROOM: CONSERVATION SESSION II
Optimizing Agriculture: Innovation & American Farming
Topic: Agriculture
This panel will focus on how our agricultural sector is adapting and innovating to ensure an abundant food supply, while mitigating challenges like water scarcity, soil quality, and extreme weather.
Moderator: Stephen Handy
Panelists: Tony Richards, Wade Garrett, Valjay Rigby
EAST BALLROOM: INNOVATION SESSION II
Strengthening Domestic Clean Energy Supply Chains and Manufacturing
Topic: Manufacturing
This panel will explore the critical role of domestic supply chains in revitalizing American manufacturing and securing economic resilience with a focus on clean energy technologies. Panelists will address challenges and opportunities in building robust, domestic supply chains, the importance of critical minerals for advanced manufacturing, and how targeted investments can create jobs, enhance national security, and promote sustainable economic growth.
Moderator: Drew Bond
Panelists: Raef Sully, Michael Zehr, Cole Simons
SALTAIR ROOM: ENERGY SESSION II
Let America Build: Advancing Economic Growth and Cutting Red Tape
Topic: Permitting Reform
This panel will explore the critical role of domestic supply chains in revitalizing American manufacturing and securing economic resilience with a focus on clean energy technologies. Panelists will address challenges and opportunities in building robust, domestic supply chains, the importance of critical minerals for advanced manufacturing, and how targeted investments can create jobs, enhance national security, and promote sustainable economic growth.
Moderator: Jeremy Harrell
Panelists: Tim Stewart, Emy Lesofski, Christopher Guith
Networking Break
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
Network, Drinks & Snacks, Visit Business Booths
Breakout Session III
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM
WEST BALLROOM: CONSERVATION SESSION III
Climate policy that unites, not divides, us
Topic: Climate
How do we productively talk about climate? Is it possible to find a middle ground on policy solutions? Hear from a panel of experts on how we can find more common ground on a topic that impacts us all.
Moderator: Chris Barnard
Panelists: Dr. Jeff Robison, Tyler Clancy, David Cumming, Anna Robertson
EAST BALLROOM: ENERGY SESSION III
Energy Solutions: Helping Utah Meet Rapidly Growing Demand, Improve Reliability for the Grid and Support Communities Throughout the State
Topic: Wind, Solar, Batteries
As electricity demand is forecast to grow, hear the latest about renewable energy resources and their role in meeting demand. This panel discussion will discuss the role that technologies like wind, solar, and batteries play in meeting the needs of today and tomorrow.
Moderator: Billie Kaumaya
Panelists: Craig Eller, Jeremy Woodrum, Amanda Smith, Suzanne Leta
SALTAIR ROOM: INNOVATION SESSION III
Fueling the Future
Topic: Fuels, Hydrogen and CCS
The U.S. is a global leader in fuel production and is working to further reduce emissions in its supply chains. Hear from companies deploying technologies like CCS and hydrogen. These investments highlight the innovations happening today that will fuel the future.
Moderator: Rikki Hrenko-Browning
Panelists: Kristina Brown, Michael Schneider, Elise Krekorian
Closing Plenary Session
Ballroom
1:30 PM
Luncheon
Modest Complimentary Box Lunches available at the buffet or Food Court options available for purchase on First Floor.
1:55 PM
Keynote Speaker
Senator John Curtis
2:05 PM
Remarks
Sarah Jewett, VP of Strategy, Fervo
2:15 PM
Panel: The Future of Conservative Climate Policy
Moderator: Senator John Curtis
Panelists: Heather Reams, Jayson Branch, Rikki Hrenko-Browning, Sarah Jewett