Executive Energy Leadership Academy
NLR's Executive Energy Leadership Academy (Energy Execs) provides energy industry professionals and community leaders exclusive, in-depth information about NLR's research and programs so they can better design energy technologies at their organizations.
Participants travel to NLR's main campus in Golden, Colorado, for four multiday sessions held June–September.
While there is no cost to participate in the program, participants are responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses.
Learn more about Energy Execs by viewing the sample syllabus or emailing us at [email protected].
Apply to the 2026 Energy Execs Program
Submit the application form by 5 p.m. MST Jan. 9, 2026.
What You'll Learn
The Energy Execs program offers exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience at one of the nation's premier national laboratories, providing participants an in-depth look at energy technologies. Just as energy technology has advanced over the years, the program has continually evolved to incorporate the latest innovations and breakthroughs. Participants will gain access to:
- Briefings by world-renowned researchers and engineers
- Tours of state-of-the-art research laboratories
- Visits to energy installations.
Program Outcomes
Upon completing the program, participants will demonstrate what they've learned through a group project relating to the course content.
Eligibility and Requirements
Successful applicants must:
- Apply to the program using the link provided on this page each fall. NLR typically notifies applicants of their final status in mid-March.
- Commit to attending all sessions (dates below) in person at NLR's South Table Mountain campus in Golden, Colorado, and their organization must signify this commitment in its recommendation letter. Participants who miss sessions will be excluded from completing the program.
- Meet NLR's site access requirements, per U.S. Department of Energy regulations.
Program Dates
The 2026 Energy Execs program will be held on the following dates:
- June 24–26
- July 22–24
- Aug. 19–21
- Sept. 16–18.
Session times are:
- Wednesdays and Thursdays: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Friday: 8 a.m.–noon.
We recommend arriving the Tuesday before the first session and departing on Friday after the last session has concluded.
Find information about transportation and lodging near NLR's South Table Mountain campus.
Energy Execs Graduates
Since its inception in 2007, the Energy Execs program has grown to include more than 400 participants representing 41 U.S. states, one U.S. territory, and three countries. See the list of Energy Execs alumni sorted by program and year.
| State/Territory | Number of Participants |
|---|---|
| Washington | 2 |
| Oregon | 1 |
| California | 18 |
| Idaho | 2 |
| Nevada | 5 |
| Arizona | 6 |
| Utah | 2 |
| Colorado | 228 |
| New Mexico | 4 |
| North Dakota | 1 |
| Kansas | 1 |
| Oklahoma | 3 |
| Texas | 12 |
| Minnesota | 9 |
| Iowa | 1 |
| Missouri | 1 |
| Arkansas | 1 |
| Louisiana | 1 |
| Wisconsin | 8 |
| Illinois | 5 |
| Mississippi | 1 |
| Indiana | 2 |
| Michigan | 6 |
| Ohio | 9 |
| New York | 6 |
| New Hampshire | 1 |
| Massachusetts | 4 |
| Connecticut | 1 |
| New Jersey | 1 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 |
| Delaware | 1 |
| Maryland | 3 |
| West Virginia | 1 |
| Virginia | 9 |
| Washington, D.C. | 22 |
| North Carolina | 6 |
| South Carolina | 1 |
| Tennessee | 2 |
| Georgia | 3 |
| Florida | 6 |
| Alaska | 9 |
| Hawaii | 1 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 |
| International | 3 |
Are you an Energy Execs alumnus? Send your updated contact information to us at [email protected].
Contact
If you have questions about Energy Execs, contact [email protected].
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Last Updated Dec. 6, 2025