New York City Regional Meeting
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Location: Etc. Venues/Convene
601 Lexington Ave, New York, New York 10022
Introduction:
This meeting is to strategize an approach for each state being considered. It is recognized that some states have more/less activity than others. The people/companies listed below are not expected to be presenters, but discussion leaders. This meeting is for full and affiliate member company employees only, except where NAESCO has specifically invited a key ally for our industry. Space is limited to 60 people and 2 representatives per company.
Agenda (all times Eastern Time):
11:00 AM - Discussions with Karen Rantamaki and Carter Strickland: Karen Rantamaki, the Director of Plant & Property at the New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services and Carter Strickland, the Chief Sustainability Officer and Executive Director of Climate Action at the State University of New York, will join us through lunch. They will give a short talk about what they see happening and updates they can share. Bring your questions, as it will be an informal time for them to speak with us.
Karen is the Director of Plant & Property at the New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, which encompasses the care and maintenance of 91 state facilities, oversight of the statewide leasing program, and management of building energy use across all state agencies. Karen previously worked in energy management for New Hampshire’s largest electric utility and has spent the last 19 years in public sector management including environmental regulation, energy, and facilities. In 2013, Karen reinvigorated New Hampshire’s ESPC program and has since completed five major projects in state facilities, overseeing the installation of more than $40M in energy conservation measures. Prior to her current role, she served as Deputy Director for the division, New Hampshire’s State Energy Manager, and a special project engineer with the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services. Karen holds a professional engineering license in the State of New Hampshire and has served on the board of directors for the national Energy Services Coalition since 2016.
Carter is the Chief Sustainability Officer and Executive Director of Climate Action at the State University of New York, which spans 64 campuses, including three teaching hospitals, and educates 1.3 million students. With over 30 years of experience across government, nonprofit, and private sectors, Carter has been a leader on developing strategic visions and implementing tangible solutions to environmental issues and is a recognized subject matter expert in water, air, energy, natural climate solutions, climate risk assessment, and green business development, with a proven track record of driving organizational change, creating partnerships and policies, and building infrastructure. Previous posts include Mid-Atlantic Regional Vice President and New York State Director for the Trust for Public Land, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, advisor for Closed Loop Partner’s organics recycling business, policy advisor to NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg, a litigator and professor at the Rutgers Environmental Law Clinic, prosecutor with the Office of the New York Attorney General Environmental Protection Bureau, and a board member of the Land Trust Alliance (New York), Billion Oyster Project, Natural Areas Conservancy, and Regional Plan Association. Carter teaches a graduate seminar on environmental infrastructure for sustainable cities at Columbia University.
12:00 PM Lunch All - sponsored by Metrus Energy!
12:45 PM Introduction to NAESCO Regional Meeting - Timothy Unruh, NAESCO
1:00-4:30 PM State Discussions
Maine - Art Woolverton, Siemens
Vermont - ALL
New Hampshire - ALL
Massachusetts - Dan Smith, Ameresco
Connecticut - Ed Daly, Energy Systems Group
Rhode Island - ALL
New York - Jeffrey Metcalf, Johnson Controls
Pennsylvania - Dennis Clough, Navitas
New Jersey - Jack Yunaska, Schneider Electric
Delaware - ALL
Maryland - Alison Shea, The Efficiency Network
4:30 PM Wrap Up All
5:00 - 7:00 PM Networking Social Event - one sponsorship still available! Event at Ophelia Lounge, 3 Mitchell Place (49th & 1st Ave) New York, NY 10017 - sponsored by Jaykal!
Sponsorship Contact:
Please email Michelle Yoon at michelle.yoon@naesco.org for sponsorship information.
Hotel Information:
NAESCO does not have a specific hotel for this event. Please search for hotels near the meeting location.
NAESCO Members - $295
Lunch Sponsor - $2500
Networking Social Event Sponsor - $5000 exclusively (or find a friend to co-sponsor and split $2500 each)
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.
Release and Waiver of Liability. By registering for this event, I forever release and waive liability against NAESCO and waive the right to bring any claim against NAESCO and its owners, officers, directors, managers, officials, agents, employees, volunteers, or other representatives in connection with exposure, infection, and spread of COVID-19 related to my attendance at this event.
Terms and Conditions
Cancellations and Refunds
Conference registration fees are refundable in full if notification is provided by email to Michelle Yoon, michelle.yoon@naesco.org, no later than Friday, March 1. A deduction of $50 will be made from the refund for all cancellations received between March 2 and 15. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after March 16.
Disclaimer
NAESCO reserves the right to make program and schedule changes, additions, or cancellations as it deems necessary.
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NAESCO Event Code of Conduct
The National Association of Energy Service Companies (NAESCO) is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting participants. This NAESCO Event Code of Conduct applies to all individuals involved in NAESCO events including attendees, speakers, industry partners, exhibitors, NAESCO staff, and others. By participating in NAESCO events, including events held in conjunction with NAESCO events, you agree to comply with this Event Code of Conduct.
This Event Code of Conduct establishes guidelines for participant behavior, as well as consequences for unacceptable conduct. All participants are expected to treat others with respect and consideration, adhere to venue rules, and promptly notify staff of any violations of this Event Code of Conduct, including hazardous situations, or any participant in distress.
Fostering an environment built on mutual respect and collaboration is essential for the success of NAESCO events and the well-being of all participants. Therefore, full cooperation is required in adhering to the principles outlined in this Event Code of Conduct.
Unacceptable Conduct
NAESCO values a safe and inclusive environment for all participants and expect everyone to adhere to these guidelines during NAESCO events. Unacceptable behavior includes:
Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior
Unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated at any NAESCO events. Immediate compliance is expected from anyone asked to cease such behavior. NAESCO reserves the right to take necessary and appropriate actions, including immediate removal from the event without warning or refund, in response to any incident of unacceptable behavior.
If additional action is needed, the Executive Director will investigate the allegation and determine if there is a violation. All involved parties must cooperate with the investigation.
Once the investigation is concluded, the Executive Director will write a report and share with the NAESCO Executive Committee and counsel to determine next steps, if any.
NAESCO reserves the right to seek legal actions from those responsible for violations that caused damages or financial losses to NAESCO. All involved parties agree to waive any right to bring legal action for claims or damages against NAESCO or any person acting for NAESCO in his or her capacity in the enforcement of this Event Code of Conduct.
Reporting Conduct Violations
Conduct in violation of this NAESCO Event Code of Conduct should be promptly brought to the attention of Timothy Unruh, Executive Director, timothy.unruh@naesco.org, so appropriate action is taken.
Retaliation against any individual who reports a violation or participates in an investigation is prohibited and will be addressed accordingly.
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