2026 NEED National Energy Conference for Educators
NEED’s annual National Energy Conference for Educators brings together educators from across the country that are passionate about learning and teaching about energy and STEM! This conference is often attended by not only classroom educators, but energy industry education and outreach staff who manage or implement energy education programs.
In five interactive days, the conference provides educators with the most up-to-date information on all aspects of energy including the science of energy, sources of energy, transportation, electricity, efficiency and environmental and economic impacts. Participants receive the training and materials to implement innovative hands-on energy units in their classrooms, multi-disciplinary teams, and Out-of-School Time (OST) programs. NEED facilitators at the conference help participants develop specialized units that meet state standards and can be utilized with students of all learning styles. Attending teachers receive credit towards a NEED Kit, access to all NEED Curriculum Guides, and supplemental resources.
Details & Application
WHEN: July 12-16, 2026
WHERE: Holiday Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown – Broadway
COST OF REGISTRATION: $2,000
- Conference Materials and Facilitation
- Local transportation to and from the airport in the conference city
- Double Occupancy** Lodging Sunday – Thursday
- Welcome Dinner Sunday
- Lunch Monday – Wednesday
- Breakfast Monday – Thursday
- Reception and Closing Dinner Wednesday
- Free Science of Energy Kit ($300 value) or credit towards a different NEED Energy Kit
- NEED Curriculum Guides and supplemental resources
SPONSORSHIP:
Limited sponsorship is available for K-12 classroom teachers thanks to the great sponsors and partner of NEED. However, teachers are highly encouraged to seek local funding and sponsorship to attend. Past participants have found luck in full or partial funding through their local chapters, local energy companies, school district, PTO, and local businesses.
