Akin Hosts ‘Post-Election Outlook for the Energy Sector’ Webinar

November 26, 2024

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We are pleased to share a recording of Akin’s recently presented webinar, “Post-Election Outlook for the Energy Sector.”

Panelists included projects & energy transition partner Shariff Barakat, lobbying & public policy senior consultant Kevin Brady, senior advisor Ryan Thompson and partner Chris Treanor, energy regulation, markets & enforcement partner Emily Mallen, and co-head of the firm’s energy practice Wes Williams. Co-head of the firm’s projects & energy transition practice Ike Emehelu moderated the panel.

This dynamic discussion covers the outlook for the energy industry, including oil & gas, renewable energy and the energy transition, under President-elect Trump’s second administration. Our speakers address the potential impact on tax incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), tariffs and foreign policy, antitrust regulation, climate and environmental advocacy, and the composition of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), amongst other consequential topics.

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