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As offshore wind and ocean energy enter a pivotal moment, IPF 2026 is convening the conversations that will shape what comes next — from federal permitting and litigation to cross-border energy strategy, supply chain resilience, and professional accreditation.

If your work touches on policy, projects, infrastructure, or the broader Ocean Economy, these sessions belong on your IPF agenda.

Navigate the Federal Frontline

The Federal Frontline: Decoding Legal Challenges and Legislative Changes

Tuesday, February 10 | 4:30–5:20 PM ET

As large-scale offshore renewable development accelerates, the federal policy and legal landscape continues to evolve just as quickly. This timely session brings together leading legal and policy experts to unpack recent and anticipated federal actions shaping permitting, project timelines, and industry momentum.

With Congress actively debating permitting reform — and states under pressure to meet rising energy demand while lowering costs — this discussion offers an insider’s view on what’s at stake, what’s in motion, and what industry leaders are advocating for next.

Set the Tone: Opening & Closing Plenaries

Opening Plenary

Tuesday, February 10 | 10 - 11:30 AM ET

Kick off IPF 2026 with a big-picture look at the forces reshaping offshore wind and the broader ocean energy economy — from market realities and policy signals to innovation, investment, and collaboration across the supply chain.

Closing Plenary Keynote & Panel

Thursday, February 12 | 11 - 11:55 AM ET

Premier Tim Houston closes IPF by outlining Nova Scotia’s vision to deliver energy security, economic prosperity, and cross-border partnership — positioning Atlantic Canada as a cornerstone of North America’s clean energy future.

The Closing Plenary panel expands the conversation, exploring how U.S.–Canada collaboration can unlock new markets, stabilize costs, and redefine energy independence at a moment when political headwinds and rising costs demand new approaches.

New at IPF:

Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

For the first time ever, IPF attendees can earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) — a major milestone made possible by Oceantic Network’s IACET accreditation, awarded in August 2025.

By attending two designated workshops on Wednesday, February 11, participants can earn CEUs that are:

Recognized by employers, licensing authorities, and certification bodies nationwide
Transferable across organizations and career transitions

Eligible Workshops:

Storm-Resilient Infrastructure: Building Offshore Energy to Withstand Extreme Weather
Feb. 11 | 10:05–10:50 AM

Durable Designs: Overcoming Challenges in Structural Engineering for Offshore Energy
Feb. 11 | 4:10–4:55 PM

This new offering reinforces IPF’s role not just as a convening space — but as a platform for professional growth and credentialed learning across the offshore energy workforce.

Join us in New York for IPF 2026 — where policy meets markets, collaboration crosses borders, and the future of offshore energy takes shape.

Register, book your hotel, and start building your IPF agenda today.

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