Public Utility Research Center

PURC/World Bank International Training Program on Utility Regulation and Strategy Application

PURC/World Bank Program application

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Step 1 of 4 - Personal Information

January 12 - 21, 2026 - Gainesville, Florida

Application for Admission: Early Application Deadline is November 10, 2025

This application form has been designed to obtain all the information we may need from you during the application process to attend our program. We ask that you please submit clear and accurate information to avoid any delays. Applicants will be selected according to their current position and relevant professional expertise and to maintain cross-sectoral, cross-regional, and national balance. Accepted applicants will be informed via email after a decision on their application is reached by our Admissions Committee (usually 5-7 business days.) If you do not receive a response from us by this timeframe, please check your spam or junk email folders.

We encourage all applicants to submit their applications as early as possible, so that they have enough time to obtain an entry visa to the USA if needed, etc.

Note: The sessions will be conducted in English, so participants must have a good command of this language.

Please fill out all fields on the form below or fill out the print-friendly application instead. The form can then be scanned and emailed to purcecon@warrington.ufl.edu.

By providing information on this application, you agree to receive emails from PURC. You may unsubscribe at any time. PURC does not share or sell your contact information.

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Which infrastructure sector(s) are you personally involved in regulating or operating?*

Energy

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Other infrastructure you are personally involved in regulating/operating*

Number of staff dedicated to regulatory tasks (for regulators only)

Number of individuals employed by your company (for infrastructure companies only)

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Describe your current duties*

Please describe your reasons for wishing to participate in the training program and your expectations of it*

How did you hear about our training program? Please check all that apply.

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Please specify the source of funding for your participation in this program (e.g., personal funds, employer-sponsored, scholarship, grant, etc.) If applicable, provide details on any confirmed funding sources.

Bed Preferences*

Will you be accompanied by a non-participant(s)?*

How many non-participants?

PURC is excited to offer a one-day leadership workshop, Practicing Leadership in a Political Environment, on Sunday, January 18, 2026.

This workshop uses the unique political environment of the utility regulatory space to examine the mindsets and behaviors that help those in leadership roles be more effective at making an impact in their organization and their country. Find additional information about the workshop.

I would also like to attend the PURC leadership workshop, Practicing Leadership in a Political Environment. Course fee only USD $795 - Sunday, January 18, 2026*

This workshop will provide participants with methods for analyzing the health of their organization, techniques for providing leadership in complex situations, approaches for understanding and managing political context, and an action plan for addressing a pressing leadership challenge. Our participants who attend say that it dramatically impacts their effectiveness as leaders.

Payment

Full payment must be received by the payment deadline, Friday, November 21, 2025, in order to guarantee your seat at the program. If full payment is received after the payment deadline and should there be seats available, this may result in alternate hotel accommodations arranged at the discretion of the PURC Program Committee.

Payment Policy*

I understand that if I am accepted to participate in the program, payment or proof of payment for my attendance will be due by Friday, November 21, 2025 (US$8,795 for regulators or US$10,995 for all others). I will submit payment or proof of payment via email (purcecon@warrington.ufl.edu) by November 21, 2025.

I understand the payment policy

Cancellation

Cancellation Policy*

Cancellation(s) must be sent to PURC in writing on or before Friday, December 5, 2025, to be eligible for a refund minus a USD $600.00 cancellation fee. After December 5, 2025, only 70% of the fee will be refundable (with additional charges for no-shows). In the event of cancellation by the University of Florida due to weather related events or low enrollment, you will be notified at the email address provided in your application. In the event of such postponement or cancellation, paid registration fees will be deferred to a future program. Request for full refund should be submitted in writing. The University of Florida is not responsible for any travel arrangements, travel fees, or any travel expenses incurred by you or your organization as a result of your acceptance.

I understand the cancellation policy

Services for Persons with Disabilities

If you have a disability and may require accommodations in order to fully participate, please contact us via email (purcecon@warrington.ufl.edu) or phone us at (+1) 352-392-6148 at least 1 week prior to the beginning of the event.

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Please press the Submit button only once to avoid multiple applications. You will receive a confirmation email after you submit your application. Please check your email junk/spam mailbox if you do not receive an email confirmation. You can expect to hear back from PURC in 5-7 business days after submitting your application.

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