BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NEWIEE - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NEWIEE X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://newiee.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NEWIEE REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230626T101646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T020921Z UID:21373-1692120600-1692127800@newiee.org SUMMARY:Boston Chapter Night DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1687774683595{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Interested in the trade relationships\, strategic partnerships\, and opportunities for clean energy transmission between the U.S. and Canada? Join NEWIEE’s Boston Chapter for some drinks\, bites\, and networking at the Consulate General of Canada![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boston-chapter-event-at-consulate-general-of-canada-boston-tickets-672534688357?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshwebdesktop” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”200″]Register Here![/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”16″][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://newiee.org/event/boston-chapter-night-2/ LOCATION:Consulate General of Canada\, Three Copley Place\, Suite 400\, Boston\, MA\, 0216\, United States CATEGORIES:Boston Chapter,NEWIEE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/newiee-boston-chapter-aug-15-2023-1100-500-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230814T143632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T143632Z UID:21686-1692964800-1692968400@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1692023638872{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nPlease join the Rising Professionals for our virtual monthly meet-up on August 25th from 12:00-1:00 PM! We will host special guests from Burns & McDonnell\, our Rising Professionals Committee Sponsors. They will share insights about navigating the early stages of their careers\, different career pathways in the energy industry\, and more. This will be a great learning and networking opportunity\, and we hope to see many of you there! \nHere is the link for the recurring meet up the fourth Friday of each month from noon-1pm. Click here to join the meeting. \n– Co-Chairs Grace and Tiffany[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][mk_page_section min_height=”0″ sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”30″ accent_color=”#189c8e”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688408979237{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1561121272600{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nPanelists:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21515″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345433277{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Maria’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nMaria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21527″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1689523544756{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Doria’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nDoria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21512″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345800951{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Nikki’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nNikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21510″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1689341266189{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nSarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Sarah’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nSarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21511″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345716236{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Rachel’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nRachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1656941045572{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nModerator:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21396″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688346038998{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Sue’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nSue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/mk_page_section] URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-committee-monthly-meetup-2/ LOCATION:Remote CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230717T051646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T154028Z UID:21543-1695312000-1695319200@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Wilder Hydro Station Field Trip & Networking DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]NEWIEE is headed to Vermont! NEWIEE member Great River Hydro\, owner and operator of New England’s Largest Conventional Hydropower Generator\, invites you to a rare opportunity to tour Wilder Hydro Power Station and Renewable Operations Control Center on Thursday\, September 21st. \nWilder Hydro Power Station\, located on the Connecticut River\, in the towns of Lebanon\, NH and Hartford\, VT consists of a storage reservoir and generating station that began operating in 1950 and operates 24/7\, 365 days a year. \nFollowing the tour\, NEWIEE members and not-yet-members are invited to join representatives of Great River Hydro at Lui Lui’s in West Lebanon\, NH for networking\, food\, and beverages (cash bar). \nTour is limited to 20 participants. \n\nAll attendees will be required to comply with the following site safety protocols for visitors:\nSite safety orientation will be provided at each location.\nAttire: full-length\, long pants\, closed-toed shoes (safety shoes\, preferred\, if available).\nVisitors are encouraged to check weather forecasts in advance of the site visit and plan for variable weather conditions.\nVisitors will stay with their guide and remain as a group.\nSafety glasses\, hard hat\, and hearing protection will be provided to all visitors.\nVisitors will keep hard hat and glasses on while touring inside and outside the station.\nPhotos during the tour and of the station are not permitted.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wilder-hydro-station-field-trip-networking-chapter-event-tickets-680365139447″ align=”center” button_custom_width=”300″]Register Here[/mk_button][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-wilder-hydro-station-field-trip-networking/ LOCATION:Wilder Hydro Power Station and Renewable Operations Control Center\, 255 Wilder Dam Road\, Hartford\, VT\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Vermont Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/07.2023_NEWIEE-Vermont-Chapter.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230828T122613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T122613Z UID:21748-1695384000-1695387600@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693225468887{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Rising Professionals Committee welcomes you to attend our monthly meet ups. These meet ups are a causal environment to hear about other committee members careers and challenges\, help plan future rising professional events\, and participate in professional development conversations. \nOccasionally\, with guest speakers from outside the committee to share experience and advise. Here is the link for the recurring meet up the fourth Friday of each month from noon-1pm Click here to join the meeting. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next meet up! \nCo-Chairs Grace and Tiffany[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][mk_page_section min_height=”0″ sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”30″ accent_color=”#189c8e”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688408979237{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1561121272600{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nPanelists:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21515″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345433277{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Maria’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nMaria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21527″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1689523544756{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Doria’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nDoria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21512″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345800951{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Nikki’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nNikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21510″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1689341266189{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nSarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Sarah’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nSarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21511″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345716236{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Rachel’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nRachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1656941045572{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nModerator:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21396″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688346038998{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Sue’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nSue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/mk_page_section] URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-committee-monthly-meetup-3/ LOCATION:Remote CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/2023.08_NEWIEE-Rising_Professionals_1100x500.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230804T160043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T142134Z UID:21555-1695924000-1695931200@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Fall Kick Off Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1691201340068{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Join the NEWIEE Rising Professionals to kick off fall on September 28th from 6-8pm in Charlestown for a Happy Hour at The Anchor! This location offers a causal environment to meet other Rising Professionals within NEWIEE. Light snacks will be provided and drinks available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you! Registration coming soon.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rising-professionals-kick-off-fall-happy-hour-tickets-694904125947?aff=oddtdtcreator” target=”_blank” align=”center”]Register Now[/mk_button][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-fall-kick-off-happy-hour/ LOCATION:The Anchor Boston\, 1 Shipyard Park\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/newiee-rising-professionals-fall-kick-off-happy-hour-1100-500-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230827T185617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T185801Z UID:21738-1697040000-1697043600@newiee.org SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything: Carrie Cullen Hitt DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693162068438{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]NEWIEE’s October 11th “Ask Me Anything!” webinar will feature Vineyard Offshore’s Senior Director of Grid and Transmission Policy\, Carrie Cullen Hitt. \nNew England states have identified offshore wind as a resource that will comprise the bulk of the region’s electricity generation in 2050; but to meet the states’ ambitious decarbonization goals\, offshore wind must be deployed at scale in the next 30 years. \nIn the coming months\, dozens of turbines\, each up to 850 feet high\, will be constructed 15 miles off Martha’s Vineyard. Join us on October 11th to learn more about Vineyard Wind (the first large-scale\, offshore wind project in the United States!)\, government affairs\, and energy and environmental policy issues.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ask-me-anything-with-carrie-cullen-hitt-of-vineyard-offshore-tickets-706811250477?utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=post_publish&utm_content=shortLinkNewEmail” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”300″ bg_color=”#189c8e”]Register Here[/mk_button][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://newiee.org/announcing-newiees-ask-me-anything-webinar-series/” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”300″ bg_color=”#189c8e”]”Ask Me Anything!” Series Page[/mk_button][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator el_width=”50″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”false” css=”.vc_custom_1693162165920{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nAbout Our Guest:  Carrie Cullen Hitt\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”false” css=”.vc_custom_1693162215673{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Carrie Cullen Hitt is the Senior Director of Grid and Transmission Policy at Vineyard Offshore\, where she also supports the team’s state government and regulatory affairs. \nCarrie has worked in the energy industry for over 30 years and in offshore wind since 2018\, initially leading the National Offshore Wind R&D Consortium. Most recently she served as lead of US Transmission Strategy for Equinor. \nVineyard Offshore is leading the development of two lease areas in the Northeast\, in addition to a recently acquired lease in Northern California. Combined with its joint venture development of the first-in-the-nation offshore wind project\, Vineyard Wind\, now under construction\, Vineyard Offshore has the potential to develop more than 6 gigawatts of clean\, renewable and affordable energy on the East and West Coasts of the United States\, enough to power millions of homes. \nPreviously\, Carrie served as President for New Hampshire Transmission\, A NextEra Energy Transmission company. She also has served in senior market development roles for NextEra\, New Energy Ventures (now Constellation)\, and the Solar Energy Industries Association. \nShe received a B.A. from Clark University and an MA from John Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. Carrie is co-chair of the Artemis Circle of the Boston Boy and Girls Club. \nThis month’s AMA will be moderated by Catherine Finneran\, NEWIEE Vice President and Membership Co-Chair\, and Vice President\, Transmission Project Development\, Siting & Project Services at Eversource.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column]\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Annual Event Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n[vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693162367036{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Also of Interest: \n\nNEWIEE’s “Ask Me Anything!” Webinar Series\nNEWIEE Event Calendar\nNEWIEE Jobs Board\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://newiee.org/event/ask-me-anything-carrie-cullen-hitt/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/2023.08_NEWIEE_AMA_2023_Website_1100x500.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230916T185209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T015551Z UID:21811-1698253200-1698262200@newiee.org SUMMARY:Rhode Island Chapter Night DESCRIPTION:The RI Chapter of NEWIEE is looking forward to celebrating fall with you at our upcoming Chapter Night Event. We are branching out to Aquidneck Island for an evening of wine\, food and catching up with your fellow NEWIEE members at Greenvale Vineyards in Portsmouth! \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Rhode Island Chapter Sponsor: \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Event Sponsor: URL:https://newiee.org/event/rhode-island-chapter-week/ LOCATION:Greenvale Vineyards\, 582 Wapping Road\, Portsmouth\, 02871\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rhode Island Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/newiee-rhode-island-october-chapter-week-event-2023-1100-500-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20231003T004227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T004603Z UID:21859-1698256800-1698264000@newiee.org SUMMARY:Western New England Chapter Night DESCRIPTION:Join NEWIEE’s Western New England Chapter as we head to Ridgefield\, CT’s Nod Hill Brewery – Taproom\, Biergarten & Live Music Bar – for a brewery tour and some networking! \nNod Hill was the first (and currently only) brewery in the state to be entirely solar powered. Committed to sustainability\, Nod Hill also composts all their food waste and service-ware\, sends spent grain to local farms\, and their site features a native pollinator meadow that is part of the Norwalk River Pollinator Pathway. \nCome reconnect with NEWIEE friends\, enjoy what’s on draft\, check out the day’s featured food truck (https://www.nodhillbrewery.com/food-truck-schedule)\, and learn about Nod Hill’s mission to brew mindfully\, respectfully\, & sustainably. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://newiee.org/event/western-new-england-chapter-night/ LOCATION:Nod Hill Brewery\, 137 Ethan Allen Highway\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Western New England Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/newiee-wne-october-chapter-week-event-2023-1100-500-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230916T183445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T114247Z UID:21803-1698337800-1698352200@newiee.org SUMMARY:New Hampshire Chapter Night DESCRIPTION:Please join NEWIEE’s NH Chapter for a behind-the-scenes tour of Eversource Energy’s NH System Operations Center (780 N Commercial St\, Manchester\, NH) where highly qualified System Operators work to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the NH electric system and the efficient restoration of customers during unplanned outages. \nEversource Energy is New England’s largest energy delivery company\, serving approximately 550\,000 customers in NH and employing 9\,600 people across Massachusetts\, Connecticut and New Hampshire. \nFollowing the tour\, we’ll gather for food and drinks at Fratello’s Italian Grill (155 Dow Street\, Manchester\, NH). \nCan’t make the tour? Feel free to join us at Fratello’s. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://newiee.org/event/new-hampshire-chapter-night/ LOCATION:Eversource Energy Park Manchester\, 780 North Commercial Street\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101\, United States CATEGORIES:New Hampshire Chapter,NEWIEE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/newiee-nh-october-chapter-week-event-2023-2160-1080-px-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230828T122737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T122737Z UID:21751-1698408000-1698411600@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:Rising Professionals Committee welcomes you to attend our monthly meet ups. These meet ups are a causal environment to hear about other committee members careers and challenges\, help plan future rising professional events\, and participate in professional development conversations. \nOccasionally\, with guest speakers from outside the committee to share experience and advise. Here is the link for the recurring meet up the fourth Friday of each month from noon-1pm Click here to join the meeting. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next meet up! \nCo-Chairs Grace and Tiffany \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speakers\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Panelists:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Maria's Bio \n \n \n Maria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Doria's Bio \n \n \n Doria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Nikki's Bio \n \n \n Nikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sarah's Bio \n \n \n Sarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Rachel's Bio \n \n \n Rachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sue's Bio \n \n \n Sue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-committee-monthly-meetup-4/ LOCATION:Remote CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/2023.08_NEWIEE-Rising_Professionals_1100x500.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102810 CREATED:20230925T120828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T174556Z UID:21834-1699461000-1699475400@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE's 2023 Annual Members Meeting & Fall Fête DESCRIPTION:Photos Available!\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n You are welcome to download these photos. Please just credit them to NEWIEE’s Annual Meeting and Fall Fete. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Save the date for NEWIEE’s Annual Members Meeting and Fall Fête\, to be held at Roxbury Community College in Boston on Wednesday\, November 8\, 2023. The annual meeting will be held at 4:30 pm\, followed by cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 6:30 pm. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Get Your Tickets!\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n See Who’s Attending\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n Logistics\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Professional Clothing Drive: \nAt the end of the Annual Members Meeting\, we will be hearing from the Dearborn STEM Academy\, and will be collecting donations of gently used professional clothing for their students participating in Work Based Learning opportunities. All attendees who donate clean and ready-to-wear professional attire (e.g.\, business casual clothing for all genders\, slacks\, button-ups) in any size will be entered to win a gift card to the NEWIEE store! \nFast Facts About RCC: \n\nThe only predominantly Black community college in the Northeast.\nRCC was established in 1973 by community activists.\nRecently opened the Center for Smart Building Technology\, a program designed to prepare students for the sustainable energy future.\n\nLocation Information: \n\nAcross the street from the Orange Line T stop. Only three stops from Back Bay Station (where you’ll find Amtrak and many Commuter Rail trains).\nOnly a 14-minute bike ride from Back Bay Station along the beautiful Southwest Corridor bike path.\nTwo miles from the Mass Pike and ample parking with EV charging stations.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n 2023 DEI Founders Awardees\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Individual Achievement Awardee:\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Donna Daniels\nChief People & Diversity Officer\nCeres \nThe award for individual achievement will be presented to Donna Daniels\, Chief People & Diversity Officer\, Ceres. In addition to her long history of mentorship and volunteerism\, Donna has paved the way for DEI in energy & environment by centering people and integrating equitable measures and accountability structures into already existing HR systems or crafting entirely new systems from the ground up as needed. By understanding that equity and diversity are a part of how we must imagine and shape our collective futures\, Donna has led the charge and transitioned her leadership in the energy space to supporting DEI and climate justice initiatives in the ESG (environment\, social\, governance) space. She has a long history of mentorship and volunteerism to further of women of color throughout her career and continues to ensure diverse perspectives and ideas are valued and celebrated. \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Organizational Achievement Awardee:\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n All In Energy \nThe award for organizational achievements will be presented to All in Energy\, a 501©(3) non-profit organization with the mission to accelerate an inclusive clean energy economy by bringing energy efficiency and renewable energy to underserved communities while increasing job opportunities for diverse talent in the clean energy industry. All In Energy serves communities that are diverse and have large environmental justice populations. Their programs support inclusive marketing campaigns conducted by partner municipalities and community-based organizations that reach underserved groups in their communities\, specifically renters and landlords\, non-English speakers\, and low to moderate income households. In addition\, they work directly with energy efficiency and renewable energy companies to encourage more equitable service delivery to these populations. \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Event Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n We need your support! Gain visibility for your company while helping NEWIEE provide educational opportunities and highlight the contributions of underrepresented voices in the energy and environmental sectors. Visit our Sponsorship page to learn about all the 2023 sponsorship opportunities. \nIf you would like to move forward with sponsorship or have any questions\, please contact us at newiee@newiee.org. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n AM/FF Sponsorship Levels and Benefits \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Benefits\nReception*\nPlatinum\nGold\nSilver\nCarbon Offsets*\n\n\n\n\nPricing\n$3\,000\n$1\,200\n$600\n$300\n$500\n\n\nTickets to the event **\n20\n10\n5\n2\n1\n\n\nLogo prominent during the event\nYes\n–\n–\n–\n–\n\n\nLogo in program denoting sponsorship level\nYes; highest visibility\nYes\nYes\nYes\nYes\n\n\nLogo on NEWIEE website\, newsletters\, and social media denoting sponsorship level\nYes\nYes\nYes\nName only; only on website\nYes\n\n\nRecognition from NEWIEE leadership during the event\nYes\nYes\n–\n–\n–\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*   Available for only one company.\n** All sponsorship levels are eligible for additional tickets purchased at the reduced member price. Note: Member ticket price is $50\, and non-member ticket price is $75. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Reception Sponsor\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Platinum Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Gold Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Silver Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Also of Interest: \n\nNEWIEE’s 2023 “Women Shaping the Agenda”\, Getting to Net Zero: Balancing Environmental Priorities for Renewable Energy Development\nNEWIEE’s 2022 Annual Meeting & Fall Fête\nNEWIEE Event Calendar URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiees-2023-annual-members-meeting-fall-fete/ LOCATION:Roxbury Community College\, 1234 Columbus Avenue\, Boston\, 02119\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Signature Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/2023-09_FallFeteSaveDate2023website1100×500px.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20231103T174006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T165315Z UID:22054-1701365400-1701372600@newiee.org SUMMARY:Maine Chapter Gathering at Maine Beer Company DESCRIPTION:It’s time to reconnect! Join NEWIEE’s Maine Chapter on Thursday\, November 30th for an evening in at the Maine Beer Company to chat with other women working in energy and the environment. Enjoy conversation and laughter as we share stories and experiences in these rapidly changing industries. The reception will begin at 5:30. \nLight appetizers will be provided thanks to the generosity of our Maine Chapter Sponsor\, Mpowered\, LLC\, a woman-owned leadership coaching company that helps today’s leaders create winning teams. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://newiee.org/event/maine-chapter-gathering-at-maine-beer-company/ LOCATION:Maine Beer Compay\, 525 US Route 1\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States CATEGORIES:Maine Chapter,NEWIEE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/2023.11_NEWIEEMaineChapterEvent20231100×500px11.30.23-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20231111T170052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T130014Z UID:22152-1701950400-1701955800@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals DESCRIPTION:Tips\, Tricks\, and Transitions: A Recruiter’s Panel\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Ever look at a job description\, think you didn’t have the skills? Wonder how to use your network or LinkedIn? Maybe you’re looking to take the next career step? On December 7th from 12 to 1:30pm the Rising Professionals committee invites you to an engaging informational panel with three esteemed recruiting professionals. During this discussion attendees will be able to learn from people who specialize in placing top talent within the energy and environmental industry. Learn how to showcase your brand and use the tools of today to grow your career. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speakers\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Tiffany Hawco\nEnvironmental Specialist\nEversource \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Panelists:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Madison Hewitt\nRecruiter\nBurns & McDonnell \nMadison is a Recruiter at Burns & McDonnell\, an engineering and construction consulting firm headquartered in Kansas City with offices worldwide. Madison has been with Burns & McDonnell for about 3 years and supports the recruitment for Construction professionals\, company-wide professional development\, and personal branding\, and works with internal teams to seek and on-board top talent. \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Elena Sanchez\nSenior Consultant\nTaylor Hopkinson \nElena began working in renewable energy recruitment in the UK focused on offshore wind and relocated Boston this year to continue supporting renewable energy companies and organizations as they scale up their teams. She has successfully connected numerous professionals with careers in renewable energy across Finance/Commercial\, Technical\, and Environmental areas\, as well as in essential supporting functions like Communications and Community Engagement. One of her favorite things about her work is being able to help build teams that make these renewable energy projects a reality and connecting passionate people with their dream jobs. She previously worked in Environmental/Outdoor Education\, has lived in three continents\, and holds her degree in Public Relations from UNC-Chapel Hill. She is passionate about increasing diversity in the renewable energy sector and enjoys spending time\noutdoors\, especially hiking with her dog. \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Marissa Gropman\nAccount Manager\nResource Options\, Inc. \nMarissa graduated with a Bin Marine Science with a minor in Marine Biology and Ecology. She is passionate about the ocean\, environment\, and helping others succeed. Currently an Account Manager at Resource Options (“ROI”)\, a local staffing firm in the A/E/C realm. She works out of company headquarters in Needham\, MA and has been with the company for over 1 year. ROI focuses on a regional level from Maine to New Jersey. Marissa works with candidates and clients as well as developing new relationships and mentoring internal staff. \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sponsor URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/2023.11_NEWIEERisingProfessionals-NovemberPanel2023-Website1100x500px.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20231119T230112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T025211Z UID:22186-1702575000-1702584000@newiee.org SUMMARY:Rhode Island Chapter Holiday Gathering DESCRIPTION:Happy Holidays! Join the Rhode Island Chapter of NEWIEE for a festive celebration marking the end of the year. Mingle\, network and wear your favorite holiday attire! Have an awesome holiday sweater or earrings that light up and have been waiting for the perfect occasion to wear them? This is the perfect event to bring out your favorite festive holiday wear! We hope to see you at the Guild Brewing Company (461 Main Street in Pawtucket) from 5:30-8pm on December 14th. Light snacks will be provided. Registration in advance is highly encouraged! \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Rhode Island Chapter Sponsor: \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Event Sponsor: URL:https://newiee.org/event/rhode-island-chapter-holiday-gathering/ LOCATION:The Guild Brewery\, 461 Main St.\, Pawtucket\, Rhode Island\, 02860 CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rhode Island Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/newiee-rhode-island-holiday-party-event-2023-1100-500-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231222T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20230828T122856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T123017Z UID:21755-1703246400-1703250000@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:Rising Professionals Committee welcomes you to attend our monthly meet ups. These meet ups are a causal environment to hear about other committee members careers and challenges\, help plan future rising professional events\, and participate in professional development conversations. \nOccasionally\, with guest speakers from outside the committee to share experience and advise. Here is the link for the recurring meet up the fourth Friday of each month from noon-1pm Click here to join the meeting. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next meet up! \nCo-Chairs Grace and Tiffany \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speakers\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Panelists:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Maria's Bio \n \n \n Maria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Doria's Bio \n \n \n Doria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Nikki's Bio \n \n \n Nikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sarah's Bio \n \n \n Sarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Rachel's Bio \n \n \n Rachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sue's Bio \n \n \n Sue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-committee-monthly-meetup-6/ LOCATION:Remote CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/2023.08_NEWIEE-Rising_Professionals_1100x500.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240203T150456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T194911Z UID:22802-1709056800-1709062200@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE on CAMPUS: MIT DESCRIPTION:Six volunteers from a variety of professions in NEWIEE’s network will visit the MIT campus for an evening of discussion with students interested in the energy and environmental industry. \n\nLisa Hill\, Development Geophysicist at Xodus Group\nJen Zepeda\, Commercial Sales at ReVision Energy\nJulia Harmatz\, Legal Manager at Greenvolt Power\nClaire Kokoska\, Senior Account Executive at RISE Engineering\nCaitlin Garvey\, Associate Program Manager at EBI Consulting\nCarlie Clarcq\, New England Manager of Public Affairs at Equinor\n\nThis event is only open to MIT students\, via the MIT Energy and Climate Club. URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-on-campus-mit/ LOCATION:MIT CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,On Campus ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024.02_OnCampus-MIT.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240123T015702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T031148Z UID:22759-1709136000-1709139600@newiee.org SUMMARY:"Ask Me Anything!" Featuring Erica N. Hines DESCRIPTION:NEWIEE’s February 28th “Ask Me Anything!” webinar will feature MassCEC’s Senior Director\, Production Tracking System Division (PTS). Erica has been leading the Production Tracking System for over eleven years. The System is responsible for distributing over $7 billion in renewable energy incentives to Massachusetts residents and businesses annually. \nMassCEC is dedicated to innovation\, investments\, workforce development\, and net zero goals. The Production Tracking System Division is an independent verifier for the Department Of Energy Resources (DOER) and supports Renewable Energy Certificates. The incentives drive the Massachusetts clean energy growth In Massachusetts. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n “Ask Me Anything!” Series Page\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n About Our Guest: Erica N. Hines\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n As the Senior Director of the Renewable Energy Production Tracking Division at the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC)\, Erica oversees a dynamic team of 10 professionals and collaborates with multiple contracted vendors to manage and optimize the IT platforms responsible for distributing over $7 billion in renewable energy incentives to\nMassachusetts residents and businesses annually. \nWith over 11 years of dedicated service in the clean energy sector\, she has been instrumental\nin pioneering innovative incentive solutions. Her expertise resides in developing\, implementing\, and refining IT systems and processes for crucial state incentive programs\, including the Solar Renewable and Alternative Energy Certificate and the Clean Peak Standard program. Throughout her career\, she has consistently delivered business management success by spearheading the development and management of comprehensive databases. While enhancing customer experience operations and solidifying a reputation for operational excellence\, Erica delivers process optimization and fosters a culture of creativity and modernization. \nDriven by her unwavering faith and passion to lead\, Erica’s career in management spans over\n25 years\, during which time she continuously sought personal and professional growth. In 2023\, she successfully completed her MBA and is currently pursuing a second master’s degree in Business Analytics at UMass Boston. Beyond her professional endeavors\, she finds fulfillment in her role as a devoted wife and mother to three remarkable young ladies. In addition\, Erica is deeply committed to advocating for Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Justice\, and previously served as Committee Chair for MassCEC’s DEI Employee Resource Group. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n About Our Moderator: Nyssa-Dawn Corria\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Nyssa-Dawn Corria brings a wealth of experience from her role as Senior Manager at Avangrid Offshore Wind Division\, where she skillfully oversees the budgets for numerous offshore wind projects. Nyssa-Dawn leads a diverse team of cost professionals at Avangrid which complements her commitment to inclusivity within the renewable energy sector. \nWith a rich background spanning energy\, infrastructure\, aviation\, and government sectors\, Nyssa-Dawn is a fervent advocate for increasing renewable industry awareness in underrepresented communities. This passion is informed by her diverse experiences and an acute understanding of societal imbalances in energy communities. \nHolding a Bachelors in Electronic Engineering from the University of Arkansas and an Executive MBA from Harvard University\, Nyssa-Dawn’s academic credentials are as impressive as her professional journey. Beginning her career in Trinidad and Tobago\, her native country\, within the Oil and Gas industry\, she later transitioned to the United States. Nyssa-Dawn’s global leadership expertise is demonstrated through her experience in leading teams from different countries\, managing signature projects that showcase her ability to navigate and integrate diverse cultural perspectives. \nResiding in Maryland\, Nyssa-Dawn is deeply engaged with her local community. When she’s not steering critical projects or advocating for renewable energy\, she enjoys traveling with her husband\, spending quality time with her family\, and playing the steelpan\, a testament to her multifaceted talents and interests. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Annual Event Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Also of Interest: \n\nNEWIEE’s “Ask Me Anything!” Webinar Series\nNEWIEE Event Calendar\nNEWIEE Jobs Board URL:https://newiee.org/event/ask-me-anything-featuring-erica-n-hines/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/newiee-ama-2024-website-1100x500-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240203T152239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T183751Z UID:22808-1710936000-1710939600@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals: Recognizing Burnout in Yourself and Others DESCRIPTION:Recognizing Burnout in Yourself and Others\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rising Professionals Committee challenges you to get your year started right in a proactive approach to preventing burnout before it begins. Join us March 20th from 12-1pm for Recognizing Burnout in Yourself and Others\, a webinar presented by Laurel Boivin of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching\, to learn about the five stages of burnout\, the causes of burnout\, and several burnout prevention and recovery techniques. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Laurel Boivin\nCoach & Founder\nFlux+Flow Professional Coaching\nhttps://www.fluxflowcoaching.com/ \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speaker\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sponsor URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-recognizing-burnout-in-yourself-and-others/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024.02_NEWIEE-2024WebsiteRP1100×500px1.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240317T113652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T113652Z UID:22957-1711108800-1711112400@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend our monthly meet ups. Attendees have the opportunity to have a direct impact on the community of Rising Professionals within NEWIEE. We share\, listen\, and grow while discussing themes like imposter syndrome\, emotional intelligence\, leadership styles and so much more. \nGet to know others within the industry by sharing successes or challenges\, plan future events\, and participate in professional development conversations. Occasionally we even invite guest speakers for a presentation or advice. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next meet up! \nThe meeting reoccurs the fourth Friday of each month from noon-1pm. Note: these meetings are not recorded.\nClick here to join the meeting. \nYour Rising Professional Co-Chairs Grace and Tiffany! \n  \nTiffany Hawco\, CHMM\, Environmental Compliance Specialist\, Eversource\nGrace Fletcher\, Renewable Energy Program Coordinator\, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speakers\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Panelists:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Maria's Bio \n \n \n Maria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Doria's Bio \n \n \n Doria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Nikki's Bio \n \n \n Nikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sarah's Bio \n \n \n Sarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Rachel's Bio \n \n \n Rachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sue's Bio \n \n \n Sue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-committee-monthly-meetup-5/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/2023.08_NEWIEE-Rising_Professionals_1100x500.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240218T151352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240303T140623Z UID:22878-1711474200-1711479600@newiee.org SUMMARY:Boston Chapter Event - the Future of Storage DESCRIPTION:Join NEWIEE’s Boston Chapter for a discussion on the future of energy storage in Massachusetts! Experts from the Department of Energy Resources\, New Leaf Energy\, and FirstLight Power will offer their insights from the state\, short-duration storage\, and long-duration storage perspectives. Register now! The event will be hosted at Foley Hoag\, 155 Seaport Blvd\, Boston\, MA. \nSpeakers: \n\nJoanna Troy\, Deputy Commissioner\, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources\nLiz Delaney\, Vice President\, Utility-Scale Policy and Business Development\, New Leaf Energy\nJen Daloisio\, Senior Vice President\, Corporate Operations\, FirstLight Power\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Venue Sponsor URL:https://newiee.org/event/boston-chapter-event-on-the-future-of-storage/ LOCATION:Foley Hoag LLP Boston\, 155 Seaport Blvd\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States CATEGORIES:Boston Chapter,NEWIEE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/newiee_chapter_week_2024-02-10_v2.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240203T143701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T034506Z UID:22791-1711553400-1711566000@newiee.org SUMMARY:Western New England Chapter Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Please join NEWIEE’s Western New England Regional Chapter for a tour of the ISO New England Master Control Center located in Holyoke\, MA on Wednesday\, March 27! \nISO New England is the independent\, not-for-profit organization authorized by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to oversee the day-to-day operation of New England’s electric power generation and transmission system\, administer the region’s competitive wholesale electricity markets\, and manage comprehensive regional power system planning. \nThe tour will include an overview of ISO New England and its three critical roles\, as well as an update on regional energy issues. Attendees will also have an opportunity to view the ISO’s state-of-the-art master control center where the ISO’s certified system operators monitor\, dispatch\, and direct the flow of electricity across the power grid 24 hours a day\, 365 days a year. \nFollowing the tour\, an informal gathering will occur at Iron Duke Brewing (100 State St #122\, Ludlow\, MA 01056). \nWe hope you can join us in Holyoke and/or Ludlow! Registration is required for the tour\, and attendance is capped at 20. If you plan to join only for networking at Iron Duke\, please RSVP to Sarah (sarahadams@iso-ne.com). \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Venue Sponsor URL:https://newiee.org/event/western-new-england-chapter-field-trip/ LOCATION:ISO New England\, 1 Sullivan Rd\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Western New England Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/newiee_chapter_week_2024-02-10_v2.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240212T035422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T033900Z UID:22846-1711555200-1711562400@newiee.org SUMMARY:New Hampshire Chapter Night - Tour and Networking DESCRIPTION:Join the NH Chapter at Unitil’s Seacoast Operations Center in Exeter\, NH on Wednesday\, March 27. The tour will began at 4:15 pm with networking to follow at 5 pm. \nWe’ll meet Sara Sankowich\, Unitil’s Director of Sustainability and tour the operations center\, a 54\,000-square-foot\, state-of-the-art\, LEED and WELL certified facility. The operations center is home to Unitil’s Seacoast electric distribution operations including Forestry\, Engineering\, and Dispatch teams. During major weather events\, the facility also serves as the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) for the region and supports preparation\, damage assessment\, public safety\, and restoration efforts. Unitil Corporation is a public utility holding company with operations in Maine\, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Together\, Unitil’s operating utilities serve approximately 108\,500 electric customers and 88\,400 natural gas customers. \nAttendance will be capped at 25 people. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n New Hampshire Chapter Sponsor\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Venue Sponsor URL:https://newiee.org/event/new-hampshire-chapter-night-tour-and-networking/ LOCATION:Unitil’s Seacoast Operations Center\, 30 Energy Way\, Exeter\, 03833\, United States CATEGORIES:New Hampshire Chapter,NEWIEE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/newiee_chapter_week_2024-02-10_v2.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20231201T213714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T143244Z UID:22215-1714068000-1714078800@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE’s 13th Annual Awards Gala DESCRIPTION:Gala photos now available!\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Gala Photos\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Join us for NEWIEE’s 13th Annual Awards Gala celebrating the accomplishments of women in the energy and environment fields! The Gala draws attendees from across New England for an inspirational evening celebrating four awardees\, distinguished women from New England who have driven change. The evening includes networking opportunities both before and after a seated dinner and the Gala program. This is an evening not to be missed! \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n Get Individual Tickets\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n Sponsor a Table\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n Attendee List\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Unable to attend but want to support our work? Make a donation here. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n 2024 Gala Honorees\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Keynote Address:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Maura Healey\nGovernor\nCommonwealth of Massachusetts \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Read Governor Healey's Bio \n \n \n Maura Healey is the 73rd Governor of Massachusetts. In 2022\, she became the state’s first woman and first openly LGBTQ person elected to the position. \nIn her first year as Governor\, Healey has already delivered on key promises to help Massachusetts become a leader in clean energy\, a more affordable and equitable place to live\, and a great place for businesses to operate. \nOn her first day in office\, Governor Healey appointed the nation’s first cabinet-level Climate Chief and created the Office of Climate Innovation & Resilience to coordinate policies across all of state government to address the climate crisis. Governor Healey has also prioritized education and workforce development by making free school meals for K-12 students permanent and creating a free community college program for residents ages 25 and older. She has made historic investments in apprenticeships and other career pathways. Governor Healey also delivered on her promise to make Massachusetts more affordable by cutting taxes for the first time in 20 years\, including creating the most generous Child and Family Tax Credit in the county. Her tax cuts package puts money back into the pockets of families\, renters\, seniors and others who are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living. She also recently introduced the $4 billion Affordable Homes Act\, which would be the state’s largest housing investment in history\, to create tens of thousands of homes and lower costs. \nHealey previously served two terms as Massachusetts Attorney General\, first elected in 2014 and re-elected in 2018. In her role as the People’s Lawyer\, she took on difficult issues impacting Massachusetts residents\, including the opioid epidemic\, the climate crisis\, escalating health care costs\, and student loan debt. Earlier in her career\, Healey was a litigation partner at an international law firm. \nHealey grew up the oldest of five siblings in an old New England farmhouse. She and her siblings were raised by their mother\, Tracy\, who worked as a nurse at the local elementary school. Her stepfather\, Edward\, who later joined the family\, was a teacher and local union president. He coached her high school basketball team and instilled a lifelong love of the sport. Healey attended Harvard College\, where she captained the basketball team\, and then spent two years as a 5’4” starting point guard on a professional basketball team in Austria. \nFor much of her career\, she’s been the only woman in the room and has taken every opportunity to elevate other women. She is a passionate advocate for LGBTQ rights\, women’s health\, and women’s equality in general\, especially in sports. \nGovernor Healey lives in Arlington\, Massachusetts with her partner\, Joanna Lydgate. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Leadership Awardee:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rebecca Foster\nChief Executive Officer\nVEIC \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Read Rebecca's Bio \n \n \n Over her 20+ year career\, Rebecca Foster has led the energy industry forward with a service-minded lens. From volunteering in the Peace Corps to inspiring program innovation at the Consortium for Energy Efficiency\, and now as the CEO of VEIC\, she continues to reshape how energy leaders approach our planet’s biggest climate challenges through thoughtful and equity-centered solutions that make sure the clean energy transition benefits as many people as possible. Highlights include: \n\nAs Director of Efficiency Vermont\, Rebecca ensured programs reached underserved residents\, which resulted in Efficiency Vermont receiving the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award 8 years in a row.\nTaking the reins as CEO in 2020\, Rebecca developed a comprehensive strategy to pivot VEIC’s metrics towards GHG emissions reduction and enhanced equity goals. This has resulted in expansion to 22 states.\nUnder her leadership\, The DC Sustainable Energy Utility’s Solar for All community solar program won a prestigious Sunny Award.\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Achievement Awardees:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Lissette Andino\nDirector\, Equity and Environmental Justice\nEversource Energy \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Read Lissette's Bio \n \n \n Lissette has\, brick by brick\, built a career in the energy space over two decades. She has excelled at mastering the details of the technical and financial aspects of utilities. Lissette is able to communicate with colleagues skillfully and thoughtfully at all levels of the business as well as\, customers and stakeholders from a broad range of communities in Connecticut and beyond. \nLissette has taken the time not only to understand the particular position she holds\, but to understand all areas of the company and who the subject-matter experts are. As a result\, when situations occur or problems arise that Lissette or one of her colleagues may not be able to address themselves\, she knows who to contact to make progress. Moreover\, when that contact is made\, the person receiving the outreach is willing to take the time to help because Lissette has consistently treated them with respect\, no matter where they are in the organization\, and taken the time to establish and nurture her relationship with them. \nLissette has experienced the business from many perspectives and acquired expertise in numerous areas including: \n\nRegulatory relations\,\nCommunity relations\,\nStrategic partnerships\,\nInternal communications\,\nCommunications and outreach\,\nCorporate philanthropy\,\nCommunity engagement\, and\nBusiness and economic development.\n\nIn her most recent role as Director\, Equity and Environmental Justice\, Lisette is responsible for ensuring that Equity is at the core of Eversource’s business decisions. Lissette currently engages with leaders throughout the company to ensure all employees understand how every decision will be viewed through the equity lens. \nLissette not only a consistent\, top-notch performer in her “Blue Sky” role\, she has also been a critical asset to Eversource in her role as Chief Regulatory Officer during weather events. When activated\, Lissette excels in mobilizing the regulatory branch and notifying state agencies and regulators on event preparedness efforts. The Christmas of 2022 Storm was just one of dozens of examples of Lissette stepping up and proactively working hard internally and with stakeholders to collect info\, to get it to appropriate parties and solve problems efficiently and effectively. Working with Emergency Preparedness\, Lissette has increased the organizations interaction with state agencies and provides concierge service on escalated inquiries. Through the enhanced outreach\, the company’s regulator\, the Public Utility Regulatory Authority\, in addition to the Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation and other state agencies\, municipalities and other stakeholders in Connecticut have trust and confidence in the information Lissette shares with a greater understanding of the cause and steps to deliver a positive resolution. Lissette always finds each interaction as an opportunity to educate on the issue and listen to any feedback to build the relationship. \nLissette’s efforts for the company and as an ambassador for all of us in the energy space do not end at the office door or at the end of the day. She has tirelessly built a strong presence in the community\, including service as: \n\nBoard Member\, ARTE\, INC.\, New Haven\, CT\nBoard Member\, Norwalk Chamber of Commerce\, Norwalk\, CT\nPast Board Chair and Executive Board Member\, Central Connecticut Coast YMCA\n\nLissette’s\, proactive\, inclusive approach is perhaps best evidenced by an organization she founded and led\, the Greater Bridgeport Latino Network. Lissette had just moved to Connecticut and saw a gap in her new state – Latino professionals did not have access to networks to find and share information and collaborate. True to her solution-oriented approach\, Lisette created and organization to fill this gap and help other individuals and her community advance. Under Lissette’s leadership\, this non-profit\, all volunteer organization\, became a respected and credible resource throughout the state of Connecticut in providing vital information geared to promoting the efforts and opportunities available to Latinos statewide. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Joanna Troy\nDeputy Commissioner\nMassachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Read Joanna's Bio \n \n \n Joanna Troy is the Deputy Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER)\, coordinating the wide scope of DOER’s energy policy and programs. This includes coordinating DOER’s applications for federal energy and infrastructure funding\, supporting the Interagency Offshore Wind Council\, and developing new policies and programs. Previously at DOER\, Joanna was the Director of Policy\, managing the Commonwealth offshore wind procurements and contributing to policy reports such as the Energy Storage Study and the Clean Energy and Climate Plans. Prior to joining DOER in 2014\, Joanna worked for ExxonMobil as a geologist. She holds a BS in Geological Science from Tufts University\, a MS in Earth and Environmental Science from Lehigh University\, and a JD from the University of Houston Law Center. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Rising Star Awardee:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sonali Anderson\nACCEL Program Manager\nGreentown Labs \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Read Sonali's Bio \n \n \n As the ACCEL Project Manager at Greentown Labs\, Sonali has demonstrated unwavering commitment to fostering diversity and equity in the clean energy and climate sector. She led a transformative 12-month program tailored to the needs of BIPOC climatetech founders\, which included crafting a customized curriculum\, securing sponsorships\, and establishing a mentor program. Sonali’s academic background\, including an M.B.A. from Brandeis University\, provides her with the intellectual rigor and strategic insight necessary to drive change at the intersection of environmental justice and equity. \nWhat sets Sonali apart is her capacity to navigate the world of grants and proposals. Managing a portfolio exceeding $100 million\, she cultivated local and private partnerships\, propelling sustainable growth within BIPOC-led startups. Her ability to drive financial support towards underserved communities and her commitment to economic and environmental justice are remarkable. \n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n About the NEWIEE Awards\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n The NEWIEE Awards are presented at the annual NEWIEE Gala to honor and celebrate the achievements of women leaders in the energy and environment industry. \n\nThe Leadership Award honors women who have promoted opportunities for women in the energy and environmental fields\, and have continued to nurture and encourage women in these areas throughout their careers.\nThe Achievement Award honors women who have achieved professional excellence within their area of specialty and have actively paved the way to success for other women in similar or related professional areas. These women demonstrate excellence in a variety of professional settings\, including leadership on the national\, regional\, or local level.\nThe Rising Star Award was created in 2016 in honor of Allison Smith\, to honor a woman with less than ten years of industry experience who has demonstrated a commitment to\, and positive impact on\, her field; both professionally and in her personal endeavors.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n See Past Awardees and Keynote Speakers\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Event Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n We need your support! Gain visibility for your company while helping NEWIEE provide educational opportunities and highlight the contributions of underrepresented voices in the energy and environmental sectors. Visit our Sponsorship page to learn about all the 2024 sponsorship opportunities. \nIf you would like to move forward with sponsorship or have any questions\, please contact us at newiee@newiee.org. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Gala Sponsorship Levels and Benefits \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Benefits\nReception* (SOLD)\nPlatinum\nGold\nSilver\nCarbon Offsets* (SOLD)\n\n\n\n\nPricing\n$10\,000\n$8\,000\n$4\,000\n$2\,000\n$1\,750\n\n\nTickets to the event **\n20\n(two tables)\n20\n(two tables)\n10\n(one table)\n5\n(half a table)\n2\n\n\nLogo prominent during the event\nYes\nYes\nYes\nYes\nYes\n\n\nLogo in program denoting sponsorship level\nYes; highest visibility\n(two-page ad in program)\nYes\n(one-page ad in program)\nYes\n(half-page ad in program)\nYes\nYes\n\n\nLogo on NEWIEE website\, newsletters\, and social media denoting sponsorship level\nYes\nYes\nYes\nYes\nYes\n\n\nRecognition from NEWIEE leadership during the event\nYes\nYes\n–\n–\n–\n\n\nOne-year Ambassador-level organizational membership with NEWIEE\nYes\n(includes unlimited memberships for employees and much more!)\n–\n–\n–\n–\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*   Available for only one company.\n** All sponsorship levels are eligible for additional tickets purchased at the reduced member price. Note: Member ticket price is $300\, and non-member ticket price is $450. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Reception Sponsor\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Platinum Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Gold Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Silver Sponsors\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n Carbon Offset Sponsor URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiees-13th-annual-awards-gala/ LOCATION:Westin Copley Place\, 10 Huntington Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Signature Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/SignatureEvents/2024/Gala/2024.03_GalaKeynoteAndAwardees2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240317T113850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T200051Z UID:22962-1714132800-1714136400@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:The Rising Professionals group invites you to the monthly meet up next Friday focusing on networking skills and your experience at the Gala this month. \nYou are invited to attend our monthly meet ups. Attendees have the opportunity to have a direct impact on the community of Rising Professionals within NEWIEE. We share\, listen\, and grow while discussing themes like imposter syndrome\, emotional intelligence\, leadership styles and so much more. \nGet to know others within the industry by sharing successes or challenges\, plan future events\, and participate in professional development conversations. Occasionally we even invite guest speakers for a presentation or advice. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next meet up! \nThe meeting reoccurs the fourth Friday of each month from noon-1pm. Note: these meetings are not recorded.\nClick here to join the meeting. \nYour Rising Professional Co-Chairs Grace and Tiffany! \n  \nTiffany Hawco\, CHMM\, Environmental Compliance Specialist\, Eversource\nGrace Fletcher\, Renewable Energy Program Coordinator\, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speakers\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Panelists:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Maria's Bio \n \n \n Maria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Doria's Bio \n \n \n Doria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Nikki's Bio \n \n \n Nikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sarah's Bio \n \n \n Sarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Rachel's Bio \n \n \n Rachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sue's Bio \n \n \n Sue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-committee-monthly-meetup-7/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024.04_RisingProfCommitteeMonthlyMeetUps.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240412T201614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T162248Z UID:23118-1715423400-1715434200@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Immersion into the Blue Hills DESCRIPTION:Join the Rising Professionals in a spring sensory hike on May 11th starting at 10:30 from the historic Blue Hills trailside museum. A moderate hike to Elliot Tower to disconnect from technology and take in the city scape. Throughout the hike attendees will tap into your senses immersing yourself within nature and identifying the balance of the ecosystem. Once the hike is complete\, you are invited to join others for a happy hour at Trillium Brewing a short drive away where drinks and food are available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you there! Rain date May 12th. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Event Sponsor\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speakers\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Panelists:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Maria's Bio \n \n \n Maria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Doria's Bio \n \n \n Doria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Nikki's Bio \n \n \n Nikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sarah's Bio \n \n \n Sarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Rachel's Bio \n \n \n Rachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sue's Bio \n \n \n Sue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-immersion-into-the-blue-hills/ LOCATION:Blue Hills Trailside Museum\, 1904 Canton Ave Parking\, Canton Avenue\,\, Milton\, MA\, 02186\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024.04_RisingProfImmersionintotheBlueHills.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240317T113958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T223059Z UID:22964-1716552000-1716555600@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend our monthly meet ups. Attendees have the opportunity to have a direct impact on the community of Rising Professionals within NEWIEE. We share\, listen\, and grow while discussing themes like imposter syndrome\, emotional intelligence\, leadership styles\, and so much more. \nGet to know others within the industry by sharing successes or challenges\, plan future events\, and participate in professional development conversations. Occasionally\, we even invite guest speakers for a presentation or advice. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next meet up! \nThe meeting reoccurs on the fourth Friday of each month from 12-1 PM. Note: these meetings are not recorded. Click here to join the meeting. \nYour Rising Professional Co-Chairs\, Grace and Tiffany! \n  \nTiffany Hawco\, CHMM\, Environmental Compliance Specialist\, Eversource\nGrace Fletcher\, Renewable Energy Program Coordinator\, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speakers\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Panelists:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Maria's Bio \n \n \n Maria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Doria's Bio \n \n \n Doria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Nikki's Bio \n \n \n Nikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sarah's Bio \n \n \n Sarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Rachel's Bio \n \n \n Rachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sue's Bio \n \n \n Sue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-committee-monthly-meetup-8/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024.04_RisingProfCommitteeMonthlyMeetUps.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240504T122603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240511T225003Z UID:23166-1717524000-1717531200@newiee.org SUMMARY:Crafting Connections: Pride in Energy DESCRIPTION:Join Women’s Energy Network Boston Chapter and New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE) for an unforgettable evening of creativity\, connection\, and celebration at our Crafting Connections: Pride in Energy Event on June 4\, 2024 from 6-8 PM. This event\, co-hosted by the NEWIEE DEI Committee and WEN DEI Committee Chairs\, is designed to bring together professionals from the LGBT+ community and allies in a vibrant and inclusive environment. You’ll have the opportunity to get creative and make friendship bracelets\, allyship lanyards\, and more while engaging in meaningful guided discussions about pride and allyship in the workplace. This is more than just a crafting event\, it’s an opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals\, share experiences\, and build lasting relationships. Register via the WEN website\, linked below. \nThe event is free for NEWIEE members\, but you need a code. Please get this code by reaching out to dsassorossi@epri.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Register\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Boston Sponsors \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Space Sponsor URL:https://newiee.org/event/crafting-connections-pride-in-energy/ LOCATION:Robinson + Cole Boston Office\, One Boston Place\, 26th Floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States CATEGORIES:NEWIEE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/crafting-connections.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240427T113307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T223423Z UID:23151-1718094600-1718101800@newiee.org SUMMARY:Programming Roundtable for Organizational Members - 3 Locations DESCRIPTION:An Opportunity to connect with NEWIEE leadership and provide feedback on our mission\, programming\, and initiatives. \nBy invitation to Organizational Members \nBoston\, MA and Providence\, RI hosted by Robinson + Cole \nWeathersfield\, CT hosted by VHB \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Hosted by: URL:https://newiee.org/event/programming-roundtable-for-organizational-members-3-locations/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:NEWIEE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/org-roundtable.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240519T231709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T231843Z UID:23258-1718731800-1718739000@newiee.org SUMMARY:Maine Chapter Event - NEWIEE at the Roux Institute DESCRIPTION:Join us as we connect with the new Climate & AI Incubator at Northeastern University’s Roux Institute. There will be food and drink available\, networking\, and a short panel where you can learn more about the Roux Institute and the Climate & AI Incubator while making new professional connections. \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Register Here\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Maine Chapter Sponsor\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Additional Event Sponsor\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Location Sponsor URL:https://newiee.org/event/maine-chapter-event-newiee-at-the-roux-institute/ LOCATION:The Roux Institute at Northeastern University\, 100 Fore Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States CATEGORIES:Maine Chapter,NEWIEE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/maine-chapter-event-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T102811 CREATED:20240317T114138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T195628Z UID:22966-1719576000-1719579600@newiee.org SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend our monthly meet ups. Attendees have the opportunity to have a direct impact on the community of Rising Professionals within NEWIEE. We share\, listen\, and grow while discussing themes like imposter syndrome\, emotional intelligence\, leadership styles and so much more. \nGet to know others within the industry by sharing successes or challenges\, plan future events\, and participate in professional development conversations. Occasionally we even invite guest speakers for a presentation or advice. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next meet up! \nThe meeting reoccurs the fourth Friday of each month from noon-1pm. Note: these meetings are not recorded.\nClick here to join the meeting. \nYour Rising Professional Co-Chairs Grace and Tiffany! \n  \nTiffany Hawco\, CHMM\, Environmental Compliance Specialist\, Eversource\nGrace Fletcher\, Renewable Energy Program Coordinator\, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Speakers\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Panelists:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Maria's Bio \n \n \n Maria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Doria's Bio \n \n \n Doria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Nikki's Bio \n \n \n Nikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sarah's Bio \n \n \n Sarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Rachel's Bio \n \n \n Rachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Moderator:\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Sue's Bio \n \n \n Sue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-rising-professionals-committee-monthly-meetup-9/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newiee.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024.04_RisingProfCommitteeMonthlyMeetUps.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR