Siting + Permitting Conference

April 13–15, 2027   |   New Orleans, LA   |   Hyatt Regency New Orleans

 

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1350+

attendees at the sold-out 2025 event

48

exhibitors in 2025

143

speakers across 3 program tracks in 2025

57

posters in 2025

The spotlight has never shined brighter on clean energy project siting and permitting.

While clean energy projects are pouring into the pipeline, the industry is experiencing unprecedented delays across the country.

Getting projects off the ground is becoming more and more challenging. At the ACP Siting + Permitting Conference, industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders convene to collaborate on challenges, best practices, and solutions.

Thank you to everyone who made #ACPSITING26 an incredible event. We can’t wait to see you at Siting 2027 in New Orleans, LA, April 13–15.

 

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Topics at Siting

Permitting & Regulatory Pathways Science & Applied Solutions
  • Federal Policy Updates
  • AI, GIS & Outreach Tools
  • Developing on Federal Lands
  • Agrivoltaics & Solar on Agricultural Lands
  • Environmental Permitting & Agency Consultation
  • Land Use & Conversion Impacts
  • State & Regional Policy Trends
  • Soil Health, Stormwater & SWPPP
  • Navigating State & Local Policy Barriers
  • Vegetative Screening & Habitat
  • End-of-Life, Recycling & Circularity
  • Regenerative Development
  • Repowering Existing Projects
  • Meeting Demand with Sustainable Practices
  • FAA, DoD & DOT Updates
  • Solar Environmental Concerns
  • Transmission Siting & Permitting
  • Emerging Research & Technologies
  • Energy Storage Siting & Compliance

 

Community Engagement & Social License Case Study Showcase
  • Pre-Emptive, Pre-Project Community Engagement
  • Full Project Development Journeys
  • Building Community Engagement Programs
  • Ownership & Lifecycle Transitions
  • Coalition Building & Local Approvals
  • Responsible Development in Practice
  • Listening to Local Leaders
  • Social License & Permit Compliance Success Stories
  • Model Ordinances & Decision-Making Tools
  • AI, GIS, and Public Outreach Tools
  • Community Benefits and Other Financial Support Models
  • Communicating Environmental & Social Benefits
  • Responding to Moratoria & Restrictive Zoning
  • Measuring Community Acceptance
  • Misinformation & Public Perception
  • Clean Energy & Data Center Partnerships

 

Co-located with ACP PEAK

Siting & Permitting and ACP PEAK: Performance, Modeling & Assessment Conference will be co-located in New Orleans, April 13–15, 2027, while maintaining distinct programming for each conference.

Both conferences will share access to:

  • Opening General Session
  • Exhibit Hall
  • Meals
  • Receptions
  • Fun Run & Walk

2026 Highlights

Artealia G. speaking at the Siting 2026 Opening General Session

Siting exhibit hall

Siting 2026 reception

Siting Opening General Session panel

Siting speaker

Siting panel

Siting 5k

2026 Featured Speakers

Power Up 5K Run & 2.5K Walk

Thank you to all who joined us for Wednesday morning’s 5K run or 2.5K walk through Aurora, CO.

 

Siting 5k

Andrew Linehan Award for Environmental Excellence

Congratulations to Misti Sporer (Deriva Energy), recipient of the Andrew Linehan Award for Environmental Excellence. 

This award recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership and a clear vision in advancing environmental stewardship across the clean energy industry. 

Excellence in Energy Partnership Award

Congratulations to Garry George (National Audubon Society), winner of the 2026 Excellence in Energy Partnership Award, which recognizes an outstanding individual working outside the clean energy industry who has demonstrated exceptional partnership, leadership, and collaboration in advancing clean energy goals.

This award celebrates those who understand that progress happens fastest when diverse interests work together—and when trust, science, and shared purpose guide the conversation.

2026 Pre-Conference Programs

Mock Crisis Training—How to Communicate Effectively in a Worst-Case Scenario

  • Monday, March 30 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $125

Tribal and Renewable Energy Industry Convening: Listening, Learning, and Celebrating Successes

  • Monday, March 30 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $95

Film Screening—These Sacred Hills

These Sacred Hills is a powerful three-year collaboration between filmmakers Jacob Bailey and Christopher Ward and members of the Rock Creek Band of the Yakama Nation. Attendees had the opportunity to view the film following the first full day of the conference.

Sponsored by:

2026 Premier Sponsors

2026 Featured Sponsors

2026 Event Sponsors

2026 Media Partners

2026 Official Grassroots Engagement Partner