US leadership relies on resilient, diversified energy systems—and the policy and investment foresight required to sustain this foundation.
Global Energy Agenda
May 14, 2026
Heather Zichal
Heather Zichal is the global head of sustainability at JPMorganChase. JPMorganChase is a partner of the Atlantic Council Global Energy Forum. This essay is part of the 2026 Global Energy Agenda.
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