06/18/2026
One of the things that makes the Secure Energy Future Center so exciting is that it sits at the intersection of several industries that are critical to Virginia's future.
When most people think about , they don't immediately think about ports, shipyards, manufacturers, or installations. But energy touches all of them. As demand continues to grow, so does the need for reliable, resilient, and innovative solutions.
That's why the conversations happening at SEFC matter.
By bringing together industry leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and educators, we're creating opportunities to tackle real-world challenges, explore emerging technologies, and help prepare the workforce that will support the next generation of energy innovation.
We're grateful to the Virginia Maritime Association for highlighting this work in the Virginia Maritime Bulletin and for recognizing the important connection between Virginia's energy future and its economy.
Virginia has incredible assets, incredible talent, and incredible momentum. It's exciting to see so many organizations coming together around a shared vision for what's possible.
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