Team Information Submission Deadline
Team Information due: All participating teams must submit their roster and required team details by this date to remain eligible for the competition.
Official Case Competition Announcement
Official Case Release: The 2026 NAPE/SMU Energy Innovation Case will be revealed, providing teams with all materials and guidelines to begun their analysis.
Round 1 Submission & Registration Deadline
Round 1 & Registration Close: Teams must submit their first-round deliverables and complete final registration to be considered for advancement to the finals.
Team Selection & Finalists’ Announcement
Finalists Announced: Judges will announce the teams selected to compete in the live Final Round at the 2026 NAPE Summit.
Teams’ Arrival at Venue
Team Check-In & Orientation: Finalist teams arrive in Houston for on-site registration, networking, and a brief orientation before the live competition.
Final Round (Live at NAPE)
Live Final Round at NAPE: Finalist teams present their solutions before industry judges during the NAPE Summit, with winners announced and cash prizes awarded.