Policy update
On Oct. 30, AEE's General Counsel and Managing Director Jeff Dennis testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce Energy Subcommittee. His submitted written testimony summarizes the challenges facing advanced energy technologies to compete based on price and performance, and highlights opportunities for lawmakers and regulators to remove market barriers. Advanced energy technologies are now the most cost-effective resources on the electricity grid. These technologies are providing cost savings for electricity consumers and enhanced grid reliability and resilience, all while supporting millions of American jobs and reducing carbon emissions. Click here to download Jeff's written testimony or summary.>
AEE applauds the State Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee's unanimous passage of SB 596, the Pennsylvania Clean Transportation Infrastructure Act. The bipartisan bill sets a 2030 goal for electric vehicle (EV) deployment in the state that is at least 50% higher than current market forecasts, establishes a system for determining the charging infrastructure required to support those goals, and lays out a process for utility EV programs to be evaluated by the Public Utility Commission. "Senate Bill 596 removes significant hurdles to growth across the state's electric vehicle supply chain and puts Pennsylvania in a position to benefit from the rapidly growing electric vehicle market," said Matt Stanberry, managing director at AEE. "It is a comprehensive plan that will drive private investment benefitting both rural and urban areas of the Commonwealth." Click here to continue reading the press release.>
on the blog
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Throughout the West there is a bold vision from elected officials, advanced energy companies, and utilities of a 100% clean energy future. But what’s the path to 100% clean energy in the West? On October 16-17, in Scottsdale, AZ, AEE convened leaders in energy innovation, business, and government from across the western region to identify ways to achieve this goal, state by state and through a regional grid, powered by advanced energy growth from New Mexico to Washington state. It was a fitting focus for our first regional policy conference for states from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Ocean, Advanced Energy Now | West. Click here to continue reading the blog post.>
aee in the news
Richmond Times-Dispatch published a co-authored opinion piece by Virginia AEE's Harrison Godfrey and The Greenlink Group's Matthew Cox detailing how the Commonwealth could meet Gov. Northam's 100% clean energy goal while saving customers money and creating positive economic impact. "Change versus more of the same. It is the fundamental question underlying every election. This November, as Virginians go to the polls, it is more true than ever. The delegates and senators who gather in Richmond in January will have the opportunity to turn the page on a variety of policies. We urge them to start with Virginia’s energy policies, where the benefits of change and the costs of staying the same are clear. Last month, Gov. Ralph Northam signed an executive order establishing a goal of a 100% clean electricity for Virginia by 2050." Click here to continue reading the opinion piece.>
aee webinars
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Finding business opportunities is not easy, especially when they're buried in legislation and regulations.
- Do you get overwhelmed trying to keep up with bills and dockets?
- Taken off guard by policy changes you didn't see coming?
- Competitors beating you to the punch on opportunities that arise as new policies go into effect?
Join our webinar to hear how Bidgely stays on top of policy issues like Demand Side Management, Smart Grid, and EVs and see other practical examples of how PowerSuite can help you discover and evaluate the policy issues that make a difference for your business. Click here to register for the webinar.>
A live webinar on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at 1pm EST/ 10am PST
Panelists:
- Jordana Temlock, Director of Business Development, Bidgley
- Eric Fitz, General Manager, PowerSuite (moderator)
Featured Events
Energy Storage North America • November 5-7 • San Diego, CA
Energy Storage North America (ESNA) is the largest conference, exhibition, and networking event covering all applications of grid storage in North America. ESNA connects over 2,500 utilities, developers, energy users, policymakers, and other key stakeholders from around the world to advance understanding and deployment of energy storage, and ultimately build a cleaner, more affordable, and more resilient grid. To learn more about ESNA 2019, visit www.esnaexpo.com and register with discount code AEE19 for 10% off!
Texas Energy Summit • November 12-14 • Austin, TX
The 16th annual Texas Energy Summit gives attendees the opportunity to engage with industry experts, state and local policymakers, business leaders, entrepreneurs, researchers, facility and energy managers, utility and energy service experts, and more in a lively conversation about cleaner air, a better built environment, and new energy technologies. Register here. See the #txenergysummit speakers and schedule here, including Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance's (TAEBA's) Suzanne Bertin's panel, "Increasing Grid Resiliency with Distributed Resources," at 10:45am CT, Nov. 13.
NARUC Annual Meeting • November 17-20 • San Antonio, TX
Join us at NARUC's fall meeting that convenes state and national utility regulators, federal and state policymakers, industry representatives, consumer advocates, informed experts, and other engaged stakeholders. General and parallel session panel discussions cover a range of issues across the energy, telecommunications, water, and cybersecurity sectors. Register here and be sure to attend AEE's Nat Kreamer's plenary panel, "The Great Debate: Electricity Resources Options," on Mon., Nov. 18, at 3:15pm.
AWEA Clean Energy Executive Summit • November 19-21 • Carlsbad, CA
At the second annual Clean Energy Executive Summit, c-suite leaders from the wind industry and across renewable energy sectors will gather to plan a clean energy future. With a focus on demand-driving policy, modernized market rules, cost saving innovations, and how we must work together, this one-of-a-kind event is step one in further advancing the clean energy boom. Register here and use code 50OFF for a $50 discount!
