Early bird registration is now open for the Ohio Manufacturers’ Association’s (OMA) 2026 Energy Conference on Thursday, Aug. 27, at the Hilton Columbus Downtown, 401 N. High St., Columbus.
The conference is OMA’s premier energy event of the year, bringing together manufacturers, energy professionals and policy leaders for a full day focused on the issues driving cost, reliability and competitiveness.
Topics will include microgrids, on-site generation and energy efficiency; electricity and natural gas market updates; Ohio energy policy and regulatory developments; load forecasting; transmission; emerging behind-the-meter technologies; and lessons from peer manufacturers.
“Energy decisions are getting more complex, more expensive and more consequential,” said Lindsey Short, OMA managing director of energy and advocacy services. “This conference is where manufacturers get the facts, the strategy and the connections they need to stay ahead.”
Early bird pricing is $125 for OMA members, $250 for non-members and $99 for government attendees. Full agenda, speakers and additional event details will be announced soon.
Register now to lock in early bird pricing. 4/17/2026
