The Southern States Energy Board (SSEB) is an interstate compact composed of governors and state legislators from sixteen southern states, two territories, and a presidential appointee. With a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation, SSEB works to advance energy policies, technologies, and practices that enhance the region’s energy efficiency, affordability, and reliability. Whether it’s advocating for clean energy solutions, facilitating partnerships among industry leaders, or supporting research and development initiatives, SSEB is committed to driving positive change and helping the South thrive in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

Recent News

Highlights & Insights from our 65th Annual Meeting

Energy in the South: It Just Means More The Southern States Energy Board’s 65th Annual Meeting in Point Clear, Alabama, brought together…

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2025 Annual Report and Legislative Digest Now Available

Our latest Annual Report and Energy & Environment Legislative Digest are now available for download and review. These companion publ…

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Help us celebrate 65 years of success

Registration is now open for our 65th Annual Meeting! This year’s meeting theme draws inspiration from the gridiron, but our focus is on…

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The Definitive Business Case for CCUS and the 45Q Tax Credit

Prepared by the University of Houston’s Center for Carbon Management in Energy Overview Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) …

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Executive Committee

Chairman
Gov. Tate Reeves
Mississippi
Vice Chairman
Sen. Ken Yager
Tennessee
Treasurer
Rep. Jim Gooch, Jr.
Kentucky
Gov. Kay Ivey
Alabama
Gov. Bill Lee
Tennessee
Rep. Lynn Smith
Georgia
Del. Will Morefield
Virginia
Sen. Brandon Smith
Kentucky
Sen. Bryan Hughes
Texas
Chair, SLC E&E Committee
Sen. Bob Hensgens
Secretary
Kenneth Nemeth