While we draw special attention to the following, upcoming meetings, we also urge readers to explore links to resource development, chamber of commerce and other similar groups in the U.S. and Canada which are linked above, and in the right-hand column.  -dh

"A Plethora of Organizations?"

I've heard some say, "These organizations are duplicative!  I can't support them all!"

But this mindset ignores that free enterprise is under attack from a massive and well-organized ​Enviro-Industrial-Governmental Cabal.  

The foundations, political activists and Soros-supported 'not-for-profit' organizations do not suffer from stingy donors.  As we have proved here in numerous instances, they will spend vast sums to 'fundamentally change countries and societies'.

We do sympathize with those with very limited budgets.  To those, we say, "Please consider reordering priorities.  Give to organizations that support you."

Let's ask, "Do organizations we support, support us at the ballot box, at federal hearings, at state legislative committee meetings?"

By using "enlightened self interest" when making charitable contributions and supporting organizational memberships, we might find that the culture of freedom, the principle of 'due process' and the overall protections of a strong "rule of law" will become more and more dominant over the dangerous trend in the world's democracies toward, "rule of man".

And, if we fail, we would at least have fought the good fight!

-dh

10th Annual Alaska Oil & Gas Congress, 9-15/18-14, Cathy Giessel, Photo by Dave Harbour, Alaska Senate, Alaska Oil and Gas CongressAnchorage.  The Cogress is Co-Chaired by Hon. Cathy Giessel (Alaska State Senate) and Anchorage Economic Development Corporation CEO, Bill Popp (NGP Photos).  Bill Popp, Photo by Dave Harbour, Anchorage Economic Development Corporation, Alaska Oil and Gas CongressCongress sponsors say, "Proudly celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Alaska Oil and Gas Congress promises to deliver valuable awareness into the progress and challenges around oil and gas development in Alaska."  We believe it is a premier, multi-day, annual energy event in northern, North America–sharing that distinction with the annual Arctic Oil & Gas Symposium in Calgary.  (Your author has chaired both events over the years.  -dh)

2014 Interstate Mining Compact Commission Mid-year Meeting, 10-15/17-14, Washington, DC.  We strongly urge oil & gas representatives to attend and support this meeting since issues affecting federal regulations on mining can and do apply to oil, gas and other natural resource permits.  Here's what sponsors say: "In addition to our regular agenda, as part of this year’s Mid-Year Meeting we are hosting a day of federal and state discussions on October 15. The program will consist of short panel introductions to the agenda topics followed by roundtable discussions. Officials from the U.S. Corps of Engineers (confirmed), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Bureau of Land Management, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have been invited to participate in separate sessions on that day." 

2014 Consumer Energy Alliance Energy Day, 10-18-14, Houston.  This festival puts an educational focus on "all of the above" energy technologies of interest to children and adults alike.  Hosted by CEA President David Holt (NGP Photo), a David Holt, Consumer Energy Alliance, Photo by Dave Harbourfrequent participant in energy events nationwide — including Alaska — sponsors say, "The festival hosts nearly 70 interactive demonstrations and exhibits teaching students and their families about the various forms of energy, science, technology, efficiency, conservation, and careers in the energy industry. The exciting exhibits and interactions with energy experts help spark students’ interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).  Attendees include students, educators, families and business leaders who see a range of exhibits highlighting energy sources and opportunities in the industry. Additionally, more than 75 students are awarded each year for their achievements in STEM-related competitions. Guests are also treated to music and numerous interactive games and displays.

2014 Interstate Oil & Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC) Annual Conference, Columbus, Ohio, 10-19/21-14. Hosted by Phil Bryant, Governor, Mississippi, Photo by Dave Harbourchairman, Governor Phil Bryant (NGP Photo) of Mississippi, sponsors say, "we will explore current issues and operations influencing the U.S. oil and natural gas industry.

"Participants will have the unique opportunity to interact with state regulators, government officials and industry professionals and learn about some prevailing environmentally-sound practices whilst focusing on the expansion of North American energy resources. 

"The 2014 IOGCC Annual Conference is bound to be both informational and enlightening to any individual wanting to learn more about the exploration and production of oil and natural gas."

126th Annual Meeting, 2014 National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC), 11-16-19, San Colette Honorable, NARUC, Photo by Dave HarbourFrancisco.  State and federal regulatory commissioners confer on many of the leading energy/environmental issues du jour, under leadership of Hon. Colette Honorable (NGP Photo) – NARUC President, Arkansas.  

Canadian Energy and Utility Regulators meet with NARUC commissioners and also convene their own annual meeting in the spring.  The next CAMPUT Annual Conference is scheduled for:  May 10 – 13, 2015, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Calgary, Alberta.