We are excited to announce the launch of our new podcast, "Plugging In: Powering our Way to a Brighter and Healthier NY." We'll have biweekly episodes explaining all things #cleanenergy in a way you can understand. Listen to the trailer now and subscribe! https://t.co/k5EPuWid6I
⚡ Keynote Speaker: Jackie Bray, Director of State Operations for @GovKathyHochul
We’re hearing from Jackie Bray on state operations and the priorities shaping New York’s future.
Introduced by Scott Lewis, Chief Operating Officer of The Wesson Group.
🚗⚡ New York’s Make-Ready Program: Fixing the Potholes for a Smooth Ride in 2027. Moderated by Adam Ruder, Director of Clean Transportation at @NYSERDA, with panelists Alex Beaton of @evgonetwork, Brent Taylor of @NYCDCAS, and Lauren Kastner of @ICF.
🤝 From Pushback to Partnership: Winning Local Support for Clean Energy Projects Moderated by Javid Afzali, Partner at @HarrisMurtha, with panelists Christopher B. Fisher of @CuddyFeder, Joe Tassone, Jr. of onCORE Origination, and Damian Bednarz of the @NYPAenergy
⚡ Keynote Speaker: Anthony Fiore, @NYSERDA Chief Program Officer
We’re hearing New York’s clean energy priorities and the programs helping move the state’s energy transition forward.
Introduced by Corinne DiDomenico, Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs at @NextEraEnergyR
🤝 What Communities & Developers Need to Succeed
🎤 Moderator: Michael Porto (Orenda) Panelists: Chris Koetzle @nytowns , Dina Rabiner @BrooklynChamber, Heather Ferrero @LivingstonCoNY Katherine McComas @Cornell & Ryan Piche, County Administrator for Jefferson County.
🏠⚡ Elevating Energy Efficiency Success Stories in 2027 and Beyond.
Moderated by Jane McLaughlin of @GT_Law, with panelists from @InkhousePR, @climategfl, @NYforCleanPower, and Wellspring Strategies.
⚡ From Queue to Grid
Moderated by Schulyer Matteson of the @NYSDPS, with insights from Rodica Donaldson of @EDF_power, Bart Franey of @nationalgridus, and utility industry consultant Paul Haering.
How do regulatory agencies shape renewable energy development in New York? Leaders from state and local agencies join a panel moderated by ACE NY Executive Director Marguerite Wells.
Featuring representatives from @NYSLabor, @NYCMayor, Long Island Power Authority, @NYSDPS,@NYSDOS
Day 2 of the ACE NY Fall Conference kicks off with a special fireside chat, and what lies ahead for New York’s clean energy future.
Marguerite Wells, former Executive Directors of ACE NY Anne Reynolds & Valerie Strauss, and Jim Muscato II, with an intro by Christine Tramantano.
ACE NY and NYOWA Clean Energy Advocate Awards at the 2026 ACE NY Fall Reception.
🏆 Congratulations to this year’s honorees: 👏 Stephanie Doba, Volunteer, Sierra Club Atlantic Chapter 👏 @LongIslandAssoc, accepted by Stacey Sikes
Documentary premiere at the 2026 ACE NY Fall Conference — “The Power to Grow: Keeping New York Land in Agriculture!” Thanks to the panelists for a great discussion after. @RPierceWriter; Linda Garrett, @Farmland; Kevin Campbell, @EDF_power; Steve Sullinger, Power Communications
In the first breakout session at the 2026 ACE NY Fall Conference, the “Building the Grid of the Future” panel is moderated by Christoph Graf, Ph.D., @nyulaw, and features leaders from @voltusinc, @ConEdison, @NYSDPS, @nrgenergy, Vehicle-Grid Integration Council, and @NYSERDA.
Battery storage is the Swiss Army knife of the grid. It is a safe and effective way to build the resilient, affordable grid of the future. @NYSERDA@NYBatteryEnergy
New York needs more power— and private power producers are ready to invest in your community and build it. ⚡
Read more from ACE NY: https://t.co/etqBz9vn7B
During last week's #ClimateWeek event, DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton spoke about how changing the way we power our state results in predictable and lower energy bills.
During our #ClimateWeek event last week, E2 Executive Director Bob Keefe spoke about how the attacks on clean energy are costing jobs and investments in our communities.
Thanks to Matty Aracich and the Nassau/Suffolk Building Trades for highlighting how battery storage can optimize our grid, improve reliability, and help stabilize and lower utility costs for New Yorkers.