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.
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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…
Read More2025 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…
Read MoreHelp 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…
Read MoreThe 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) …
Read MoreExecutive Committee

Gov. Tate Reeves
Mississippi

Sen. Ken Yager
Tennessee

Rep. Jim Gooch, Jr.
Kentucky

Alabama

Tennessee

Georgia

Virginia

Kentucky

Texas

Sen. Bob Hensgens

Kenneth Nemeth