The Southern States Energy Board today announced that Kimberly Gray will become the organization’s Secretary and Executive Director, effective August 1, 2026. Gray succeeds Kenneth J. Nemeth, who will retire on July 31 after more than 54 years of service to the Board and the Southern region, a tenure that helped build SSEB into one…
The Southern States Energy Board today announced the retirement of Kenneth J. Nemeth, Secretary and Executive Director, whose extraordinary career spans more than 54 years of service to the organization and the Southern region. Nemeth will retire on July 31, 2026, after notifying SSEB Chairman Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi of his intention to retire…
We look forward to welcoming you to Mississippi for our 66th Annual Meeting, hosted by Board Chairman Governor Tate Reeves. A Message from our Chairman: Join us in Biloxi for the 66th Annual Meeting of the Southern States Energy Board as leaders from across the nation come together to strengthen the South’s role in powering…
Energy in the South: It Just Means More The Southern States Energy Board’s 65th Annual Meeting in Point Clear, Alabama, brought together governors, legislators, and energy leaders to chart the region’s path forward. Across plenaries, keynotes, and discussions, attendees focused on innovation, reliability, and collaboration in shaping the South’s energy future. The origins of SSEB…
Our latest Annual Report and Energy & Environment Legislative Digest are now available for download and review. These companion publications showcase the South’s leadership across energy innovation, infrastructure, and policy, and they provide an accessible record of the region’s progress over the last year. In the Report, you’ll find highlights of current Board initiatives, regional…
Registration is now open for our 65th Annual Meeting! This year’s meeting theme draws inspiration from the gridiron, but our focus is on tackling challenges with the grid itself and the critical infrastructure needed for increasing power demands. After all, when it comes to Energy in the South: It Just Means More. Register and reserve…
Prepared by the University of Houston’s Center for Carbon Management in Energy Overview Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) is a critical tool to advancing U.S. energy security and requires the continued support of Congress to ensure that the Trump Administration’s policies of American Energy Dominance and Economic Growth are realized, while ensuring American companies…
Celebrate 65 years of energy innovation with us this September 29th through October 1st as Gov. Kay Ivey hosts the Annual Meeting of the Southern States Energy Board! You don’t want to miss this exclusive gathering of energy innovators, policymakers, and industry experts. This year’s event will bring together key voices to discuss the South’s…
We’re back with another update on our carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) programs! But first, let’s take a moment to celebrate the addition of two new members into our Associate Membership program. We look forward to building powerful partnerships with both Kairos Power and Terrestrial Energy. When discussing CCUS, storage tends to steal the…
We are excited to announce the release of our 2024 Annual Report! This comprehensive document offers a deep dive into the progress and initiatives that shaped the past year, focusing on advancing energy innovation, economic development, and environmental stewardship across our membership region. The report serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, stakeholders, and the…
