Meet the AESP Northwest Chapter

Oregon’s energy landscape is defined by a strong regulatory tradition, ambitious clean energy policy, and a culture of environmental stewardship. This Chapter reflects the state’s leadership in equitable electrification, community-centered program design, and the ongoing transition away from fossil fuels — balancing grid reliability with some of the most progressive decarbonization goals in the nation.

How to get involved

Public LinkedIn Discussion Group

LinkedIn Chapter discussion groups are a great way to stay informed about what’s happening in their market, see the latest events, and connect with other people in the Chapter territory. To visit and join the discussion group, use the button below.

Become a chapter member

Membership in AESP or AESP Canada is required to become a member of any AESP Chapter. To join, please go to aesp.org/join; if you are already an AESP member, login using the button below and update your Chapter Membership selections which can be found on the account tab of your profile.

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Meet the leaders of the AESP Northwest Chapter

John Morris (President)

John Morris (President)

Cadmus

Melissa Culbertson (Secretary)

Melissa Culbertson (Secretary)

Acadis Consulting

Cheryl Fretz (Communications Director)

Cheryl Fretz (Communications Director)

Resource Innovation

Steven Cofer (Mentorship Director)

Steven Cofer (Mentorship Director)

Up Level Energy

Juan Carlos Blacker (Treasurer)

Juan Carlos Blacker (Treasurer)

Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance

Jason Trager (Membership)

Jason Trager (Membership)

Plentiful.ai

Ben Latson (Events Director)

Ben Latson (Events Director)

Energy Trust of Oregon

Gabriel Kjos (Board Member)

Gabriel Kjos (Board Member)

Portland General Electric