Communities of Practice

North American Energy Sector Community of Practice

Welcome to IAP2's North American Energy Sector Community of Practice, where public participation (P2) practitioners and energy enthusiasts unite to ignite the power of meaningful engagement.

Four times a year, this vibrant community swings open its doors, inviting everyone with an energy for change to step in. Whether you're a seasoned P2 pro working for an energy titan, a regulator steering the industry, a consultant crafting innovative solutions, or an academic immersed in the energy landscape, you belong here.

Our gatherings are not your typical meetings. They are exhilarating journeys into the heart of topics that matter most, carefully selected in advance. And guess what? You become the maestro of these discussions. Community members take turns in the spotlight, sharing their expertise, insights, and stories that shape the energy narrative.

At IAP2's North American Energy Sector Community of Practice, we're not just talking about change – we're driving it.

Who Should Join?

The Community of Practice is open to IAP2 Canada members from across North America working in diverse parts of the energy sector, including power, oil & gas, renewables, transmission, mid-stream, and processing. Topics that have been explored at past meetings include:

The future of P2/engagement in energy projects in Canada and the USA
Online engagement in the energy sector
Tracking feedback and how it informs decision-making in the energy sector
Security issues in public meetings
Politics and addressing political aspects of energy projects
Lessons learned - failed P2 efforts
Community development programs

Become a Community of Practice Energy Member

As a Community of Practice Energy member you will have an interest in P2 in the North American energy sector. You will be a part of a group who share experiences, challenges and opportunities related to meaningful energy sector engagement in Canada and the USA. Please consult our one-pager infographic explaining the Energy CoP (2021).

If you’re an IAP2 Canada member who has an interest in the energy sector and would like to join the CoP, please send us an email to get more information.

Join us on LinkedIn: IAP2 North American Energy Sector Community of Practice: Unlisted group – Need to receive an invite (ask us!).