Pennsylvania stands uniquely positioned to spearhead America’s next era of energy dominance and technological leadership, leveraging our abundant energy resources, world-class universities, and skilled workforce to drive innovation in energy, technology, and AI.
There’s no question that the path to American energy dominance runs directly through Pennsylvania.
Energy & Innovation Summit




On July 15, 2025, Senator McCormick’s inaugural Pennsylvania Energy and Innovation Summit at Carnegie Mellon University demonstrated Pennsylvania as a central player in America’s energy dominance by bringing together global leaders in energy, AI, major investors, and government officials to showcase the state’s potential to power the AI revolution. This high-profile event, featuring President Trump, highlighted Pennsylvania’s strategic advantages and more than $90 billion in committed investment that will drive economic growth and job creation across the state.
- Pennsylvania Energy & Innovation Summit Opening Remarks
- Panel 1: The AI Race and How to Win It
- Panel 2: The Case for PA – Opportunities and Challenges
- Spotlight 1: Conversation with former Texas Governor Rick Perry
- Panel 3: Investing Big in PA – A Case Study
- Spotlight 2: Conversation with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum
- Spotlight 3: Conversation with Scott Strazik
- Panel 4: Powering the AI Revolution
- Roundtable Discussion with President Donald J. Trump