Join AESP Northeast in Portland, Maine, for two days of learning, networking and memorable experiences at the AESP Northeast Spring Conference. From insightful panel discussions and keynote speakers to outdoor activities, golf and member networking, this event is designed to bring energy professionals together in a beautiful coastal setting.

Before and during the conference, attendees can connect with fellow members:

• On the golf course for a friendly golf tournament
• In nature while taking in the gorgeous coastal Maine scenery
• At the Westin Portland Harborview Hotel for a member networking event
• Out and around Portland for a wide range of activities
• Join NEWIEE and AESP’s Women in Energy members for breakfast! Look for the reserved tables during our networking breakfast.

Whether you’re looking to gain fresh insights, strengthen industry connections, or experience Portland alongside fellow energy professionals, the AESP Northeast Spring Conference offers a unique opportunity to learn, connect and recharge.

Hotel Information

The Westin Portland Harborview
157 High St, Portland, ME 04101
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/pwmwi-the-westin-portland-harborview/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0

(The AESP room block is now closed)

 AGENDA

Monday, June 8

10a-4pm: Golf Excursion
1-3pm: Kayaking Excursion
6-8pm Welcome Reception

Tuesday, June 9

7am Yoga
8-9am Breakfast (look for NEWIEE/Women in Energy reserved tables)

Welcome
Steve Menges (National Grid/AESP Northeast President)
Kate Johnson + Cindy Gage (AESP Women in Energy + NEWIEE)
TBD, Abode Energy Management (Host Sponsor)
Jennifer Lee (AESP HQ)

Keynote Addresses
Celina Cunningham, Deputy Commissioner, Maine Department of Energy Resources
Heather Sanborn, Maine Public Advocate

Break

Panel 1 – Commissioner Roundtable
Moderator: Commissioner Abigail Anthony, Rhode Island PUC
Commissioner Carrie Gilbert, Maine PUC
Jeremy McDiarmid, Chair, Massachusetts DPU

12-1pm Lunch

Panel 2 – Affordability Panel
Moderator: Larry Simpson, ev.energy/Northeast Secretary
Cory Scofield, Central Hudson
Michael Stoddard, Efficiency Maine Trust
Kim Dragoo, Liberty Utilities
Brittney Pietro, National Grid

Lightning Round – featuring local unique projects
Naomi Beal, passivhausMAINE
Dan Mistro, Efficiency Maine: Thermal Storage – Millinocket
Greg Zimbelman, Ridgeline Energy Analytics: Commercial HPWH
Fortunat Mueller, Revision Energy
Brandy Chambers, Eversource
Spencer Fields, Noble Carbon

Break

Panel 3 – Load Flexibility
Moderator: Jennifer Runyon, Eversource
Tim Kneif, Eversource
Brett Feldman, Rhode Island Energy
Larry Rush, Avangrid
Stephan Wollenburg, Customized Energy Solutions

4:30pm – Adjourn

Sponsors 

Interested in sponsoring? Contact Steve Menges