Mid-America Regulatory Conference (MARC)
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The Mid-America Regulatory Conference (MARC) represents an association of regional organizations of utility and energy regulatory agencies from 14 states that include: AR, KS, IL, IN, IA, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OK, SD, TX, and WI.
That’s a wrap for #MARC25: Circle City Circuit!
From the speakers and sponsors to the tour hosts, staff, and attendees, we would like to thank everyone who made this year’s conference a success!
We’ll see you next year in Madison from June 7–10 hosted by the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin!
From the speakers and sponsors to the tour hosts, staff, and attendees, we would like to thank everyone who made this year’s conference a success!
We’ll see you next year in Madison from June 7–10 hosted by the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin!
June 25, 2025 at 9:59 PM
That’s a wrap for #MARC25: Circle City Circuit!
From the speakers and sponsors to the tour hosts, staff, and attendees, we would like to thank everyone who made this year’s conference a success!
We’ll see you next year in Madison from June 7–10 hosted by the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin!
From the speakers and sponsors to the tour hosts, staff, and attendees, we would like to thank everyone who made this year’s conference a success!
We’ll see you next year in Madison from June 7–10 hosted by the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin!
While #MARC25 may be over, the work continues! We appreciate the Financial Research Institute hosting a post-conference workshop, Best Practices in Water Affordability!
It was great to learn about different approaches to securing safe, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services for all.
It was great to learn about different approaches to securing safe, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services for all.
June 25, 2025 at 7:07 PM
While #MARC25 may be over, the work continues! We appreciate the Financial Research Institute hosting a post-conference workshop, Best Practices in Water Affordability!
It was great to learn about different approaches to securing safe, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services for all.
It was great to learn about different approaches to securing safe, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services for all.
Panel discussions weren’t the only learning opportunities at #MARC25 — we also toured!
💧 DigIndy Project
📍 Indiana Statehouse
⚡️ Lineworker Training Session
👀 Through2Eyes Walk & Talk
♻️ USM Recycling Facility
Check out these photos and thanks to all of our amazing hosts!
💧 DigIndy Project
📍 Indiana Statehouse
⚡️ Lineworker Training Session
👀 Through2Eyes Walk & Talk
♻️ USM Recycling Facility
Check out these photos and thanks to all of our amazing hosts!
June 25, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Panel discussions weren’t the only learning opportunities at #MARC25 — we also toured!
💧 DigIndy Project
📍 Indiana Statehouse
⚡️ Lineworker Training Session
👀 Through2Eyes Walk & Talk
♻️ USM Recycling Facility
Check out these photos and thanks to all of our amazing hosts!
💧 DigIndy Project
📍 Indiana Statehouse
⚡️ Lineworker Training Session
👀 Through2Eyes Walk & Talk
♻️ USM Recycling Facility
Check out these photos and thanks to all of our amazing hosts!
Today is the last day of #MARC25 but we’re ending strong with a CEO roundtable from various sectors!
It was great to hear their perspectives on the business climate, working with state regulators, and their approach to addressing an array of challenges.
A big thanks to all of our panelists! 🙏🏻
It was great to hear their perspectives on the business climate, working with state regulators, and their approach to addressing an array of challenges.
A big thanks to all of our panelists! 🙏🏻
June 25, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Today is the last day of #MARC25 but we’re ending strong with a CEO roundtable from various sectors!
It was great to hear their perspectives on the business climate, working with state regulators, and their approach to addressing an array of challenges.
A big thanks to all of our panelists! 🙏🏻
It was great to hear their perspectives on the business climate, working with state regulators, and their approach to addressing an array of challenges.
A big thanks to all of our panelists! 🙏🏻
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Yes, We’re Still Talking About Gas-Electric Coordination
Yes, We’re Still Talking About Gas-Electric Coordination
June 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Yes, We’re Still Talking About Gas-Electric Coordination
Yes, We’re Still Talking About Gas-Electric Coordination
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Rate Design, but Entertaining
Rate Design, but Entertaining
June 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Rate Design, but Entertaining
Rate Design, but Entertaining
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Building Trust Across Competing Interests
Building Trust Across Competing Interests
June 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Building Trust Across Competing Interests
Building Trust Across Competing Interests
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Utilities Driving Economic Development
Utilities Driving Economic Development
June 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Utilities Driving Economic Development
Utilities Driving Economic Development
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Full Circuit: Connecting Regulators, Utilities, and Emerging Players for Success
Full Circuit: Connecting Regulators, Utilities, and Emerging Players for Success
June 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Full Circuit: Connecting Regulators, Utilities, and Emerging Players for Success
Full Circuit: Connecting Regulators, Utilities, and Emerging Players for Success
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Education, Training, and Workforce Development
Education, Training, and Workforce Development
June 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Education, Training, and Workforce Development
Education, Training, and Workforce Development
Along with today’s general sessions, Day 2 of #MARC25 also included 6️⃣ breakout sessions!
It was great having regulators, professionals and experts join together to learn about and focus on some of today’s top challenges. Thanks to all of our participants, attendees and sponsors!
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It was great having regulators, professionals and experts join together to learn about and focus on some of today’s top challenges. Thanks to all of our participants, attendees and sponsors!
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June 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Along with today’s general sessions, Day 2 of #MARC25 also included 6️⃣ breakout sessions!
It was great having regulators, professionals and experts join together to learn about and focus on some of today’s top challenges. Thanks to all of our participants, attendees and sponsors!
Photo 🧵 (1/7)
It was great having regulators, professionals and experts join together to learn about and focus on some of today’s top challenges. Thanks to all of our participants, attendees and sponsors!
Photo 🧵 (1/7)
What better topic for a deep dive than load growth. ⚡️
Today, attendees spent the afternoon learning alongside diverse experts as they explored topics like load forecasting and flexibility, and right-sizing the grid.
Thanks to @advancedenergyunited.org for hosting this intensive! #MARC25
Today, attendees spent the afternoon learning alongside diverse experts as they explored topics like load forecasting and flexibility, and right-sizing the grid.
Thanks to @advancedenergyunited.org for hosting this intensive! #MARC25
June 24, 2025 at 8:16 PM
What better topic for a deep dive than load growth. ⚡️
Today, attendees spent the afternoon learning alongside diverse experts as they explored topics like load forecasting and flexibility, and right-sizing the grid.
Thanks to @advancedenergyunited.org for hosting this intensive! #MARC25
Today, attendees spent the afternoon learning alongside diverse experts as they explored topics like load forecasting and flexibility, and right-sizing the grid.
Thanks to @advancedenergyunited.org for hosting this intensive! #MARC25
MARC was proud to host a fireside chat between Indiana Michigan Power President & COO Steve Baker and Indiana Governor Mike Braun.
They discussed a variety of energy-related topics from increasing energy demand to IN’s regulatory climate to types of generation.
It was a great discussion! #MARC25
They discussed a variety of energy-related topics from increasing energy demand to IN’s regulatory climate to types of generation.
It was a great discussion! #MARC25
June 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
MARC was proud to host a fireside chat between Indiana Michigan Power President & COO Steve Baker and Indiana Governor Mike Braun.
They discussed a variety of energy-related topics from increasing energy demand to IN’s regulatory climate to types of generation.
It was a great discussion! #MARC25
They discussed a variety of energy-related topics from increasing energy demand to IN’s regulatory climate to types of generation.
It was a great discussion! #MARC25
Public service commissions, by definition, exist to serve the public interest — but the public isn’t monolithic across different demographics.
It was great learning from experts today on ways to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in utility regulation and the industry!
#MARC25
It was great learning from experts today on ways to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in utility regulation and the industry!
#MARC25
June 24, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Public service commissions, by definition, exist to serve the public interest — but the public isn’t monolithic across different demographics.
It was great learning from experts today on ways to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in utility regulation and the industry!
#MARC25
It was great learning from experts today on ways to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in utility regulation and the industry!
#MARC25
Utility #affordability is an ongoing challenge and top of mind for families across the U.S.
Our next panel explored some of the drivers of high costs and opportunities/solutions to address affordability without sacrificing reliability.
#MARC25
Our next panel explored some of the drivers of high costs and opportunities/solutions to address affordability without sacrificing reliability.
#MARC25
June 24, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Utility #affordability is an ongoing challenge and top of mind for families across the U.S.
Our next panel explored some of the drivers of high costs and opportunities/solutions to address affordability without sacrificing reliability.
#MARC25
Our next panel explored some of the drivers of high costs and opportunities/solutions to address affordability without sacrificing reliability.
#MARC25
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BEAD Funding and the Impact on Energy Utilities
BEAD Funding and the Impact on Energy Utilities
June 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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BEAD Funding and the Impact on Energy Utilities
BEAD Funding and the Impact on Energy Utilities
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What Are They Talking About? Utility Regulation and the Media
What Are They Talking About? Utility Regulation and the Media
June 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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What Are They Talking About? Utility Regulation and the Media
What Are They Talking About? Utility Regulation and the Media
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MARC Safety Message: Don’t Look Down! Pipelines and Underground Plant Protection
MARC Safety Message: Don’t Look Down! Pipelines and Underground Plant Protection
June 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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MARC Safety Message: Don’t Look Down! Pipelines and Underground Plant Protection
MARC Safety Message: Don’t Look Down! Pipelines and Underground Plant Protection
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Public Engagement and Regulatory Culture
Public Engagement and Regulatory Culture
June 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Public Engagement and Regulatory Culture
Public Engagement and Regulatory Culture
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Natural Gas: Innovations in Planning and Technology
Natural Gas: Innovations in Planning and Technology
June 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Natural Gas: Innovations in Planning and Technology
Natural Gas: Innovations in Planning and Technology
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Water and Its Critical Role in Public Health and Safety and Economic Development
Water and Its Critical Role in Public Health and Safety and Economic Development
June 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Water and Its Critical Role in Public Health and Safety and Economic Development
Water and Its Critical Role in Public Health and Safety and Economic Development