WASHINGTON, DC – On Wednesday, June 18, 2008 U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Assistant Secretary for Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability Kevin Kolevar will deliver remarks at the Mid-America Regulatory Conference (MARC) Energy Roundup 2008.  Assistant Secretary Kolevar is expected to highlight ongoing DOE initiatives to diversify our energy mix and increase reliability of our electricity delivery systems, as part of the Bush Administration’s overall efforts to ensure a clean and secure energy future for the nation.

**Note:  Members of the media must bring valid credentials and may register onsite.  For questions, contact Matt Skinner at (405) 833-2242.

MARC is a regional organization of utility and energy regulatory agencies from 15 Midwestern states that holds regular venues to discuss regulatory and policy issues affecting their states and the nation.  For more information, visit the Energy Roundup Conference website.

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Bethany Shively, (202) 586-4940