2025 UNO Energy Accounting and Technology Conference

The UNO Energy Accounting & Technology Conference qualifies for up to 8 hours of CPE credit in Louisiana and many other states, and features experts representing the energy industry, public accounting, and regulatory agencies. The Conference covers a wide range of energy issues related to financial reporting, tax, and technology, and offers an excellent opportunity to meet with your peers in the industry while earning CPE credits.

EARN UP TO 8 CPE CREDITS for $$252.61 ($235 plus service fees). See our informative video at:

The Conference will be held at the University of New Orleans University Center (UC), located in the Northeast corner of the UNO Campus, not far from the intersection of Lakeshore Drive and Elysian Fields Avenue. Parking may be accessed either from Elysian Fields or Alumni Drive. The UC is item #34 on the map near the bottom of this page, with a star indicating parking. Refreshments and lunch are provided.

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Previous Event Schedule (from 2023): UNO Energy Accounting & Technology Conference

8:15–8:30    Welcome and Opening Remarks: Dr. Pam Kennett-Hensel (Dean, UNO-COBA) and Dr. Ray Rodriguez (Chair, UNO Dept. of Accounting)

8:30–9:20    GENERAL SESSION – "Technology Update: Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT and the impact on Accounting" from Charles Coe (CoeSolutions.com)

9:30–10:20 GENERAL SESSION – “Reinstatement of the Superfund Excise Tax” from Steve Skiba (BDO).

10:30–11:20 GENERAL SESSION – “Sustainability Options for Utility Customers with a Focus on Green Energy” from D. Andrew Owens (Entergy Services, LLC).

11:30–12:20 CONCURRENT SESSIONS – GAAP or Tax Update

A) Tax Update: Greg Booth and Steve Landry (Postlethwaite & Netterville).

B) GAAP Update: Mike Osborne (Ernst & Young).

12:30–1:30 LUNCH and PRESENTATION – “The Beach at UNO: A Reimagined Partnership” from Rebecca Conwell (The Beach at UNO).

1:40–2:30 CONCURRENT SESSIONS – Tax or Reporting Issues

C) State & Local Tax Update: Allison Civello (Wegmann Dazet).

D) Additional Financial Reporting Topic: “ESG Implementation: Best Practices” from Al Petrie and Chris Delange (Al Petrie Advisors) and Phil Manning (LLOG).

2:40–3:30 GENERAL SESSION – “Natural Gas: Fueling a Sustainable Energy Future” from Kenny Malter (Atmos Energy Corp.).

3:40–4:30 GENERAL SESSION – “New Orleans Economic Update” from Dr. Ali Bustamante (Director, Division of Business and Economic Research, UNO Dept. of Economics and Finance).

Host or Publisher D. Manry