Energy Advocates Gather for Education

During the National Energy and Utility Affordability Coalition’s (NEUAC) annual conference, MVCAP President and CEO Erin Jeffries moderated a thought-provoking session on energy literacy.

“NEUAC’s conference serves as an important national forum for collaboration, innovation and discussion around policies and programs that help families maintain safe and affordable access to essential utility services,” said Jeffries, who serves on the NEUAC Board.

Jeffries moderated for Gary Swan of the National Energy Foundation and explored findings from the Third National Energy Literacy Survey, conducted of high school seniors, during the fall of 2025. The session asked attendees “When it comes to energy, are you smarter than a high school senior?”

Energy literacy includes understanding how energy is produced and consumed, what it costs, and policies surrounding energy. Understanding how young people perceive these issues can help shape outreach, education and advocacy efforts.

“The session generated strong audience engagement and meaningful discussion around the intersection of education, public awareness, and equitable access to affordable energy resources,” Jeffries said. “It also reinforced the importance of cross-sector partnerships in building a more informed and resilient future.”

Learn more about the Energy Literacy Survey here: https://nef1.org/survey/

Learn more about NEUAC here: www.neuac.org.