SECC Research Ideas for 2027

We’re building SECC’s 2027 research priorities, and your perspective is essential. Tell us which consumer‑focused topics deserve deeper exploration next year – from energy efficiency to electrification, demand response, rate design and beyond. Select a category from the list below and then briefly describe the issue you believe needs new research. Your input ensures our work reflects the real needs of our membership today. We will begin voting on the top ideas during the Smart Energy Exchange 2026 in Denver.

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1. Select the category that best fits your research suggestion. (Required.)

Renewable Energy

Demand Response

Energy Affordability

Rate Design

Energy Efficiency

Artificial Intelligence

Energy Storage

Electric Vehicles

Policy and Regulation

Home Electrification

Large Loads

Grid Modernization

Small and Mid-sized Businesses

Other (please specify)

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2. Please describe your research idea (maximum 100 words). (Required.)

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3. What is your name?

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4. What is your company's name? (Required.)

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5. Is your company currently an SECC member? (Required.)

Yes

SECC Research Ideas for 2027

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* 1. Select the category that best fits your research suggestion. (Required.)

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* 2. Please describe your research idea (maximum 100 words). (Required.)

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* 3. What is your name?

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* 4. What is your company's name? (Required.)

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* 5. Is your company currently an SECC member? (Required.)

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* 6. What is your email address?

1. Select the category that best fits your research suggestion. (Required.)

2. Please describe your research idea (maximum 100 words). (Required.)

3. What is your name?

4. What is your company's name? (Required.)

5. Is your company currently an SECC member? (Required.)

6. What is your email address?