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SUMMARY:NEWIEE's 2024 "Women Shaping the Agenda"
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1718764282522{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nBreaking Barriers\, Building Resilience\nThe Importance of Diverse Perspectives in Achieving Climate Goals\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1718763875664{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Join us on July 18\, 2024 for NEWIEE’s 10th annual “Women Shaping the Agenda” event at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester\, MA. This years topic is Breaking Barriers\, Building Resilience\, and will feature a select group of leading women representing nonprofit\, for profit and government sectors discussing: \n\nThe importance of diverse perspectives in achieving climate goals\nThe challenges to advancement women face in the energy & environment fields\, the steps they took to overcome them and lessons learned along the way\nHow they support others in their professional journeys\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.jennifermacneilphotography.com/newieewsta2024″ target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”250″ margin_right=”0″ bg_color=”#614c8d”]Event Photos[/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://newiee.org/women-shaping-the-agenda-wsta-breaking-barriers-and-building-resilience/” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”250″ margin_right=”0″ bg_color=”#614c8d”]WSTA Blog[/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CWunvaPqW8SytEl9sbrp8tZzNUjOEcE03Kv9y42crjk/edit?usp=sharing” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”250″ margin_right=”0″ bg_color=”#614c8d”]Attendee List[/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][mk_page_section min_height=”0″ sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_row_inner][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][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1656940154074{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nKeynote Address:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][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=”23450″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow” css=””][/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_1717954535774{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Emma Cimino\nDeputy Commissioner of Environmental Quality\nCT DEEP[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Emma’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]Emma Cimino serves as the Deputy Commissioner of Environmental Quality (EQ) at the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). She was appointed to this position by Governor Ned Lamont in November 2023. As Deputy Commissioner\, Emma provides leadership for the three bureaus within DEEP’s EQ Branch – Air Management\, Water Protection and Land Reuse (WPLR)\, and Materials Management and Compliance Assurance (MMCA). \nEmma joined DEEP from the office of U.S. Senator Chris Murphy\, where she led the Senator’s work on energy\, environment\, transportation\, and infrastructure policy\, including work on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act. Prior to the Senate\, Emma worked as a Senior Policy Analyst on the Energy and Environmental Policy team at the National Governor’s Association. She began her state service working for former Connecticut Governor Dan Malloy\, serving as a Director of Government Affairs and leading on energy and environmental work. Emma also served as a Peace Corps Volunteer from 2009-2011\, during which she taught English in Northern Samar\, Philippines. \nEmma holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut and a master’s degree from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. She lives in Hartford with her partner and their dog\, Bear.[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][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][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=”23408″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow” css=””][/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_1717938845709{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Abigail Anthony\nCommissioner\nRhode Island Public Utilities[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Abigail’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]Abigail Anthony was appointed by Governor Gina Raimondo to the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission in 2017. Commissioner Anthony is the former Chair of the Commission on Energy Resources and the Environment of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners and the President of the Board of the New England Utility Cybersecurity Integration Collaborative. Previously\, Commissioner Anthony was the director of Acadia Center’s Grid Modernization and Utility Reform Initiative\, and the organization’s Rhode Island director. Commissioner Anthony holds a PhD in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics from the University of Rhode Island. She received her MA and BA in economics from the University of Montana.[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][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=”23410″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow” css=””][/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_1717938971966{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Amanda Downey\nVP of Strategy Development and Partnerships\nNational Grid[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Amanda’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]Amanda Downey is a member of National Grid’s New England Leadership Team and serves as Vice President\, Strategy Development and Partnerships. In this role she is responsible leading the strategic direction\, operations\, and financial oversight required to deliver transitions services under the Share Purchase and Transition Services Agreements (~140 contracts) related to National Grid’s divestiture of its RI business. She is also the principal architect of New England’s first-ever Strategic Workforce Development Initiative and Clean Energy Academies\, intended to build a sustainable\, systematic pipeline of diverse talent so that our New England workforce\, over the long-haul\, reflects the communities that we serve. \nAmanda\, has held a number leadership positions at National Grid with increasing responsibilities\, including in Legal\, FERC Strategy and Performance\, Business Planning and Performance\, Gas Capital Delivery – Complex Projects\, Strategic Planning\, Risk Management\, and Corporate and Regulatory Compliance. She serves on several local non-profit boards and is a co-founder and former president of the Greater Boston Chapter of the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. \nAmanda earned a Master of Laws in Banking\, Corporate and Finance Law from Fordham University School of Law; a Juris Doctor from Thurgood Marshall School of Law; a Master of Business Administration degree from Franklin University; and a Bachelor of Science degree in English Education from Bowling Green State University. Amanda is licensed to practice law in New York and Texas.[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][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=”23453″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow” css=””][/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_1718830301631{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Zeyneb Magavi\nExecutive Director\nHEET[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Zeyneb’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]Zeyneb is executive director of HEET\, where she designed and helped to launch the GasToGeo initiative to drive rapid\, efficient\, and equitable decarbonization of heating and cooling through deployment of ambient geothermal networks. Today GasToGeo demonstration projects are moving forward across the country and Zeyneb has convened an independent research team to study these first transitions. Zeyneb studied physics\, global health\, and sustainability and has worked at BBN Technologies\, Harvard\, MIT\, and multiple startups. She is committed to creating and driving forward compassionate\, multi-disciplinary and innovative solutions to the urgent challenge of climate change.[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][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=”23407″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow” css=””][/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_1718830289242{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Krista Ostuno\nPresident and CEO\nHeavy Weight\, Inc.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Krista’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]Krista Ostuno is the President/CEO of Heavy Weight\, Inc and HW Green Company\, both of which are metal recycling facilities located in central CT. She is a second-generation entrepreneur with over 30 years metal recycling experience in the public and private sectors. \nIn her current role as CEO\, she has focused on structured and sustainable growth with a commitment to working towards a net neutral environmental impact. \nRecently\, HW Green was awarded The Central CT Chamber of Commerce Community Business Award for 2024 and named one of the Hartford Business Journal’s Family Business Award Winners for 2024. \nHer commitment to the metal recycling industry and the communities in which she lives and works goes beyond the day-to-day operation of her companies. She currently serves on the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) New England Chapter board as Secretary and was recently appointed as the Vice Chair of ReMA Communications Committee. In addition to her work with ReMA\, Krista is also a member of the Sustainable Supply Chain Association\, New England Recycling Council\, The CT Motor Transport Association\, Women In Manufacturing\, The Investment Recovery Association and NEWIEE. \nShe is passionate about educational initiatives for children and collaborates with community schools to drive the understanding of the metal recycling industry and its essential place in the manufacturing ecosystem. \nQuality work\, integrity\, and community involvement are guiding principles in all that she undertakes both personally and professionally. Krista resides in Connecticut with her husband and four children.[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][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][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=”23420″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow” css=””][/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_1718992395648{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Janelle Woods-McNish\nChief Marketing & Diversity Officer\nThe Trustees of Reservations[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Janelle’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]Janelle Woods-McNish currently serves as the Chief Marketing & Diversity Officer. In this role\, she oversees marketing and communications\, public relations\, membership\, customer relationship management\, as well as The Trustees’ diversity\, belonging\, equity\, and inclusion (DBIE) strategy. Janelle’s leadership has resulted in significant growth in volunteer engagement\, community engagement\, as well as the development of The Trustee’s first DBIE Roadmap. \nPreviously\, Janelle served as the Vice President of Community Impact. Janelle joined The Trustees in 2020 as Managing Director of Community Impact in the Places and Engagement department and was promoted to Vice President in 2022. \nPrior to joining The Trustees\, Janelle served as Director of Service and Giving at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation for 13 years. \nOver the course of her over 17+ year career Janelle has lead teams\, operations and strategies across DEI\, Employee Engagement\, Volunteerism and Community Engagement. \nOutside of The Trustees\, Janelle serves Boys & Girls Club Board of Trustees\, and is an Advisory Council Member and Corporator for Needham Bank. She also serves as the Boston Chapter President for Jack and Jill of America\, Inc and a former Board member of City Year Greater Boston Board of Directors. \nJanelle is a graduate of Texas A&M University and Boston College where she received her B.B.A in Marketing and International Business and Master of Arts in Higher Education respectively. She also earned an MBA from Simmons College. \nShe resides in Dorchester\, Massachusetts with her husband\, Hansley\, and twins\, Jasmine and Sheridan.[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/mk_page_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”30″ accent_color=”#189c8e”][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text el_class=”gala-sponsorship” css=”.vc_custom_1687785018318{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nVenue\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1721253722098{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nGetting to the Venue: The event will take place in the Hogan Campus Center at the College of the Holy Cross\, located at 1 College Street in Worcester\, MA. You can put Hogan Campus Center directly into your GPS. Campus map showing Hogan (yellow arrow) and Parking (red arrows) can be found below. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1721253486735{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”30″ accent_color=”#189c8e”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1561121857394{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nAbout Women Shaping the Agenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688432865250{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nNEWIEE’s Women Shaping the Agenda Series is an annual\, summer panel discussion among leaders in the industry\, featuring engaging dialog and debate on industry and policy topics in New England. NEWIEE’s programming brings together the energy and environmental sectors to address issues in our region and elevate underrepresented voices\, including women\, BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://newiee.org/women-shaping-the-agenda-wsta/” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”250″ margin_right=”0″]Read About Past WSTAs[/mk_button][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row id=”wstasponsor”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”30″ accent_color=”#189c8e”][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text el_class=”gala-sponsorship” css=”.vc_custom_1689970135941{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1716822986921{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nWe 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[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][mk_toggle style=”fancy” title=”WSTA Sponsorship Levels and Benefits” el_class=”toggle-sponsorships”]\n\n				\n\n	\n\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\nSponsorship Benefits\nReception* (SOLD)\nPlatinum\nGold\nSilver\nCarbon Offsets*\n\n\n\n\nPricing\n$5\,000\n$2\,000\n$1\,000\n$500\n$800\n\n\nTickets to the event **\n25\n20\n10\n5\n2\n\n\nLogo prominent during the event\nYes; highest visibility\nYes\nYes\n–\nYes\n\n\nLogo in program denoting sponsorship level\nYes\nYes\nYes\nName only\nYes\n\n\nLogo on NEWIEE website\, newsletters\, and social media denoting sponsorship level\nYes\nYes\nYes\nName 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\n\n\n	\n	*   Available for only one company.\n** All sponsors may purchase additional tickets at the reduced member price. \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1593368610272{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nReception Sponsor\n[/vc_column_text][mk_clients style=”column” column=”1″ gutter_space=”2″ count=”-1″ orderby=”title” height=”130″ autoplay=”false” target=”_blank” margin_bottom=”0″ clients=”21358″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1592249384713{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nPlatinum Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][mk_clients style=”column” gutter_space=”4″ count=”-1″ orderby=”title” autoplay=”false” target=”_blank” margin_bottom=”0″ clients=”371\, 523\, 373\, 20640\, 3524\, 23512″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”10″ css=”.vc_custom_1624836517101{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nGold Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][mk_clients style=”column” gutter_space=”10″ count=”-1″ orderby=”title” height=”100″ autoplay=”false” target=”_blank” margin_bottom=”10″ clients=”375\, 558\, 21888″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”10″ css=”.vc_custom_1592248447309{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nSilver Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][mk_clients style=”column” gutter_space=”4″ count=”-1″ orderby=”title” height=”100″ autoplay=”false” target=”_blank” margin_bottom=”10″ clients=”519\, 16819\, 1860\, 19032\, 1801\, 19973\, 8926″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”10″ css=”.vc_custom_1719764486737{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nCarbon Offset Sponsor\n[/vc_column_text][mk_clients style=”column” gutter_space=”4″ count=”-1″ orderby=”title” height=”100″ autoplay=”false” target=”_blank” margin_bottom=”10″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_cta h2=”Carbon Offset Sponsor” h2_font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|line_height:2″ h2_use_theme_fonts=”yes” txt_align=”center” shape=”square” css=”” use_custom_fonts_h2=”true” el_id=”carbonoffset”][/vc_cta][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiees-2024-women-shaping-the-agenda/
LOCATION:College of the Holy Cross\, 1 College Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01610\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Signature Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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SUMMARY:Foraging Mushroom Walk with NEWIEE Rising Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting and educational foraging walk with the NEWIEE Rising Professionals on Sunday\, July 21st\, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the beautiful Morse Hill Outdoor Education Center in Shutesbury\, MA. This unique event will be led by Jessica Benson Evans\, the President of the Pioneer Valley Mycological Association\, who will guide us through the fascinating world of wild mushrooms and teach us about the many wonders our forests have to offer. \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-walk-at-morse-hill-outdoor-education-center/
LOCATION:Morse Hill Outdoor Education Center\, 380 Locks Pond Rd\, Shutesbury\, 01072\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T120000
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SUMMARY:July Canceled - NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:July meeting canceled. \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-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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SUMMARY:Rhode Island Chapter Event Apponaug Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:Come join the RI Chapter of NEWIEE for an evening of networking\, catching up with friends and making new ones! We are headed back to the fabulous outdoor patio space at Apponaug Brewery on August 1st at 5pm. Big thank you to NuGen Capital for sponsoring this event. Some light appetizers will be provided and you should plan to purchase your own drinks. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n		Register Here
URL:https://newiee.org/event/rhode-island-chapter-event-apponaug-brewing-company/
LOCATION:Apponaug Brewing Company\, 334 Knight Street\, Warwick\, RI\, 02886\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rhode Island Chapter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T130000
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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-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T150000
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SUMMARY:Flora & Fauna Fall Hike with NEWIEE Rising Professionals
DESCRIPTION:NEWIEE Rising Professionals and Eversource’s Senior Environmental Specialist Peter DeFusco invites you for a chance to get outside before the New England winter sets in. This nature walk will be located at Cutler Park Reservation on Wednesday\, September 25\, 2024\, starting at 3:00 PM The walk will have a focus on the identification of flora\, fauna and invasives present at the site. Along with a discussion on the ecological importance and function of wetlands. We look forward to seeing you rain or shine. \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n		Register Here\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Distance: ~2mi.\nSuggested Attire: Weather appropriate clothing\, hiking boots or sneakers\, refillable water bottle.\nParking Location: Blue Heron Trail at Needham Street (517 Needham St\, Dedham\, MA)\nDescription: Well-established trail in Cutler Park Reservation. The trail navigates a bordering vegetated wetland associated with the Charles River. Trail maps site information available at: https://www.mass.gov/locations/cutler-park-reservation \n\n	\n\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Hike Leader: Peter DeFusco\, Senior Environmental Specialist\, Eversource \nPeter DeFusco is a south coast Massachusetts native and graduate of UMass-Amherst. Beginning his environmental regulatory career with the National Park Service in 2008\, he had the opportunity to work with natural resources in some of the Country’s most beautiful places and diverse habitats. In 2013\, Peter re-planted his roots back in Massachusetts transitioning into a consulting role specializing in wetlands permitting. He joined Eversource in 2020 as a Senior Environmental Specialist in the Licensing & Permitting Group where he serves as an environmental subject matter expert on electrical transmission projects. His roles include environmental permitting\, regulatory compliance\, and working with the project teams to see that designs avoid and minimize disturbance to environmentally sensitive areas \n\n	\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/flora-fauna-fall-hike-with-newiee-rising-professionals/
LOCATION:Cutler Park Reservation\, 517 Needham Street\, Dedham\, MA\, 02026\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T120000
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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. This month\, Tiffany Hawco will lead a presentation on the evolution of the Rising Professional Committee\, highlighting how collaborative efforts have shaped its transformation. She will share insights on the lessons learned during these changes and our commitment to maintaining an inclusive\, safe environment. Following the presentation\, Tiffany will facilitate an exercise aimed at fostering authentic connections through guided breakout sessions and engaging prompts. \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\,\nGrace 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-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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SUMMARY:Western NE Chapter Week Event - Quantum BioPower Tour
DESCRIPTION:Please join NEWIEE’s Western New England Regional Chapter for a tour of Quantum BioPower located in Southington\, CT on Tuesday\, October 22! \nQuantum Biopower – Connecticut’s first anaerobic digestion facility – can process 40 thousand tons of food waste a year and is capable of producing 1.2 megawatts of power. Come learn how anaerobic digesters are critical to achieving Connecticut’s goal of diverting 60% of food waste from the state’s garbage stream! \nAttendees are encouraged to BYOHVV (bring your own high vis vest) and wear appropriate footwear. Vests will be available for those who don’t have their own. \nFollowing the tour\, an informal gathering will occur at Kinsmen Brewing Company (409 Canal Street\, Milldale\, CT 06467). \nWe hope you can join us in Southington and/or Milldale! Registration is required for the tour\, and attendance is capped at 10. If you plan to join only for networking at Kinsmen\, please RSVP to Sarah (sarahadams@iso-ne.com). \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n		Register Here
URL:https://newiee.org/event/western-ne-chapter-week-event-quantum-biopower-tour/
LOCATION:Quantum BioPower\, 49 Depaolo Drive\, Southington\, CT\, 06489\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Western New England Chapter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T193000
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SUMMARY:Maine Chapter Week Event - EVs\, Energy\, and the Economy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening evening of discussion and networking as WTS (formerly Women’s Transportation Seminar) and New England Women in Energy and Environment (NEWIEE) co-host a pivotal panel on “EVs\, Energy\, and the Economy.” We are thrilled to host our distinguished panelists: Hannah Pingree from the Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future; Laurie Linscott\, Transit Director for Bangor Community Connector; Kara Podkaminer\, Senior Advisor for Sustainable Transportation and Fuels at the U.S. Department of Energy; and Sara Mill-Knapp\, Director of Sustainability\, Greater Portland Council of Governments. \nThis dynamic event is proudly co-sponsored by Pierce Atwood\, Bernstein Shur\, Verrill\, Preti Flaherty\, Drummond Woodsum\, and MPowered. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to network with industry leaders and peers. \nNote: NEWIEE members should reach out to newiee@newiee.org for the code for the promo code for a free ticket. \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n		Register Here\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Maine Chapter Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/maine-chapter-week-event-evs-and-the-economy-tentative/
LOCATION:Mast Landing Brewing Company – Freeport Taproom\, 200 Lower Main Street\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Maine Chapter,NEWIEE
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T180000
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SUMMARY:Vermont Chapter Week Event - Chapter Kick Off
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we kick off the NEWIEE Vermont Chapter with an event this October at VEIC’s offices in Winooski. We’ll hear from an amazing panel including Mari McClure\, President and CEO of Green Mountain Power\, June Tierney\, Commissioner at the Vermont Department of Public Service\, and Sarah Adams\, Vermont State Policy Advisor at ISO New England. We’ll then have a networking reception\, where attendees can both get to know new people and deepen connections with years-long colleagues and friends. \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n		Register Here
URL:https://newiee.org/event/vermont-chapter-week-event-chapter-kickoff/
LOCATION:VEIC\, 20 Winooski Falls Way\, Winooski\, VT\, 05404\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Vermont Chapter
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T193000
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SUMMARY:Boston Chapter Week Event - Fall Into NEWIEE
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out with the Boston Chapter for a fun evening of mingling and networking on Wednesday\, October 23rd from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. We’ll be gathering at Smith\, Costello & Crawford! Register now to attend. Can’t wait to see 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	Event Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/boston-chapter-week-event-fall-into-newiee/
LOCATION:Smith\, Costello & Crawford\, One State Street\, 15th Floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston Chapter,NEWIEE
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T193000
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SUMMARY:Rhode Island Chapter Week Event - Networking Night at Guild Brewery
DESCRIPTION:We’d love for you to join the RI Chapter of NEWIEE for a fun evening of networking! We’re thrilled to be back at the fantastic Guild Brewery in Pawtucket! It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends and make some new connections while enjoying a drink and some delicious light appetizers. Hinckley Allen will be providing some tasty small bites! Just a heads up\, you’ll be responsible for getting your own drinks. We can’t wait to see you there! \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n		Register Here\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Food Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/rhode-island-chapter-week-event-networking-night-at-guild-brewery/
LOCATION:The Guild Brewery\, 461 Main St.\, Pawtucket\, Rhode Island\, 02860
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rhode Island Chapter
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T113001
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SUMMARY:New Hampshire Chapter Week Event - Stories of Resilience and Success
DESCRIPTION:Join NEWIEE members and guests for an inspiring evening hosted by NH Chapter Sponsor GZA GeoEnvironmental and sponsored by BCM Environmental & Land Law. \nThis NH Chapter event will feature an inspiring panel of diverse women in various stages of their careers in the energy and environmental sectors. From recent graduates to seasoned professionals\, the panelists will share their unique experiences\, illustrating how resiliency and perseverance have been crucial in their journeys. They’ll discuss challenges and successes and how their backgrounds have enriched their careers. The conversation promises to offer valuable insights into the dedication required to thrive in these dynamic fields and celebrate the strength and determination that drive their success. \nThe evening will also include networking (5:30-6:00)\, refreshments\, and a chance to win a harvest-themed gift basket filled with NH treats! \nDon’t miss this opportunity to inspired by accomplished women who exemplify resilience and commitment\, connect with other energy and environmental professionals\, and celebrate the season. \nAgenda:\n5:30 Networking\n6:00 Welcome and introductions\nPanel discussion\nParticipant Q&A\n7:00 Closing remarks \nPanelists:\nDeborah ZartaGier\, GZA GeoEnvironmental\nAshlynn Callery-Baldwin\, Freedom Energy Logistics\nAlexis Charpentier\, Eversource Energy \nModerator:\nLaurel Boivin\, Flux+Flow Professional Coaching \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	Event Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/new-hampshire-chapter-week-event-stories-of-resilience-and-success/
LOCATION:GZA Environmental\, Inc\, 5 Commerce Park North\, Bedford\, NH\, 03110\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Hampshire Chapter,NEWIEE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T130000
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CREATED:20240317T114643Z
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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-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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SUMMARY:NEWIEE's Annual Members Meeting & Fall Fête 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for NEWIEE’s 2024 Annual Members Meeting and Fall Fête\, to be held at The Engine in Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, on Thursday\, November 7\, 2024. The Annual Member Meeting will be held at 4:30 pm\, followed by cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 6:30 pm. \nTickets now on sale! \n$50 (members)\, $75 (non-members) \nYour Input Will Help Shape NEWIEE’s Future \nWe’ve had a great year. During the Annual Members Meeting\, we’re going to highlight our milestones\, while opening the floor to members to provide input to guide our strategic plan. Our Board of Directors will guide small group discussions about NEWIEE’s future initiatives aimed at enhancing diversity\, equity\, and inclusion within the energy and environmental sectors. Your insights are valuable to us and they’ll help to guide our planning process. With collective wisdom\, we aim to launch a new Strategic Plan in 2025. \nBefore the Annual Members Meeting\, we invite you to reflect on these questions: \nWhy do you think NEWIEE is significant? \nHow has NEWIEE impacted your career? \nWhat support do you need from NEWIEE at this stage in your career? \nHow can NEWIEE improve its offerings to better cater to your unique needs? \nOur Annual Professional Clothing Drive is back! \nWe’re seeking gently-worn professional attire for the Dearborn STEM Academy students engaged in Work Based Learning. Donors will have a chance to win a gift card to our newly launched NEWIEE store. We especially appreciate larger size donations! \nTriple Your Gift \nThanks to an anonymous donor\, any donations made to NEWIEE on November 7th will be tripled. \nWho is Registered? \nClick here to see who has already signed up to join us. \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n				\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		Tickets\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n		Know Before You Go Guide\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n		Check out the photos!\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	Hosted by\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		    \n		    		    \n		    	    \n	    \n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	About the Space \nThe Engine Accelerator is a public benefit corporation that convenes the Tough Tech community\, offering access to the specialized labs\, equipment\, tools\, space\, and infrastructure as well as the resources and services necessary to build transformative technologies as economically and efficiently as possible. \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	Showcase your support through our exclusive sponsorship opportunities! Reach out to newiee@newiee.org with your interest. \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	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	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	Carbon Offset Sponsor \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-annual-member-meeting-fall-fete-2024/
LOCATION:The Engine\, 750 Main Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Signature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T120000
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SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything: Returning to Work - Staying Whole & Staying Well
DESCRIPTION:Almost 47% percent of U.S. Workers are women*. What happens when a woman needs to take care of an aging parent\, adopt or birth a child\, step out of the workforce or simply take a mental health break? Who takes care of us? The webinar will discuss barriers women face when returning to work and will give tips on how to have a successful return to work. \n* 12 Stats About Working Women https://www.bls.gov/blog/2017/12-stats-about-working-women.htm \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\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		\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Sarah Adams\nState Policy Advisor – Vermont\, External Affairs\nISO New England \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n						Sarah's Bio >		\n	\n	\n		Sarah Adams is a State Policy Advisor at ISO New England\, the region’s grid operator\, where she is responsible for performing outreach to government officials and other power system stakeholders. Sarah has worked in the energy industry for nearly a decade across the private\, public\, and non-profit sectors. She came to the ISO with a background in land use planning\, most recently supporting communities in central Massachusetts in executing their energy initiatives. Sarah currently serves as vice president and programming co-chair of NEWIEE. \n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n		\n		\n			\n		\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Lexi Stacy\nAssociate\nFoley Hoag \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n						Lexi's Bio >		\n	\n	\n		Lexi Stacy started her career as a solar developer\, managing zoning and environmental permitting\, land control\, and financing for large-scale solar projects in Massachusetts. Following law school\, Lexi joined Foley Hoag LLP\, where she focuses on advising companies on a wide range of corporate matters including venture capital financing\, mergers and acquisitions\, and general corporate governance matters. Lexi is an active member of the firm’s Energy & Climate practice group\, working with clients in the clean energy\, climate\, sustainability\, and technology sectors on innovative technologies and business approaches to solving energy and sustainability challenges. Lexi lives on the South Shore with her husband\, two-year-old daughter\, and Australian cattle dog mix. She enjoys reading\, cooking and hiking with her family in her free time. \n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n		\n		\n			\n		\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Jeremy McDiarmid\nManaging Director and General Counsel\nAdvanced Energy United \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n						Jeremy's Bio >		\n	\n	\n		Jeremy McDiarmid serves as Managing Director and General Counsel for the national association of clean energy companies Advanced Energy United (“United”). In this role\, he leads all state-level advocacy efforts in New York and New England\, directs United’s national Policy Council\, and provides legal guidance to the organization. He has deep experience in policy development\, association management\, and regulatory law. \nPrior to joining Advanced Energy United\, Jeremy served as Vice President for Policy & Government Affairs at the Northeast Clean Energy Council (NECEC)\, playing a key role in helping northeastern states take significant strides along the path to 100% clean energy. While at NECEC\, Jeremy led multiple successful legislative and regulatory campaigns on behalf of its membership. He has also served in leadership roles at the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center where he led the state’s clean energy innovation programs and at the non-profit advocacy organization Acadia Center. \nJeremy holds a BA from Syracuse University and a law degree from Boston College\, both with honors. \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	Theresa Hopkins-Staten \nPresident\, Eversource Foundation \nVP\, Corporate Citizenship and Equity \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n						Theresa's Bio >		\n	\n	\n		Theresa leads Eversource’s enterprise-wide focus on Pro-Equity\, driving foundational understanding to ensure stronger equity\, accountability\, inclusion and fairness by employees in their daily practices and in interactions with our customers and communities — particularly those that are underserved\, economically challenged and environmentally burdened. She also oversees the company’s foundation\, investing in initiatives and organizations that help build a healthier\, stronger\, more sustainable and more equitable future for our customers and communities. \nPreviously\, as the Connecticut Director of Regulatory Affairs\, she developed regulatory strategies and monitoring internal practices to ensure compliance with regulatory decisions\, interfacing with the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority and other consumer advocate agencies and providing appropriate communication and guidance to management and business partners responsible for submitting required regulatory filings. She also directed the oversight of escalated customer complaints for Eversource in Connecticut and western Massachusetts. \nTheresa began her career as an attorney at Eversource in the Legal Department\, and after several years of practicing law accepted a position in management. \nShe is Co-chair of the University of Connecticut African American Alumni Council\, a Board member of the iQuilt Partnership\, and a member of the Boston Children’s Hospital Philanthropic Board of Advisors and Diversity Committee of the New England Women in Energy and the Environment. \nTheresa has received numerous recognitions and awards for her unwavering leadership and dedication to community service\, including having her photograph unveiled in celebration of UConn Law School’s 150th anniversary in a “Gallery of Pioneers” honoring alumni for their community service and professional achievements\, receiving the 2018 Connecticut Bar Association “Citizen of the Law Award”\, receiving the Inaugural 100 Women of Color Award\, University of Connecticut Alumni Association Service and Inaugural Diversity Alumni Awards\, Urban League of Southern Connecticut African American Woman of Distinction\, Connecticut Valley Girl Scouts Woman of Merit Award\, and the Hartford Business Journal Remarkable Women in Business Award. \nTheresa graduated from the University of Connecticut with a B.A. in Sociology\, magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. In addition\, she earned a Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Law and received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degree (PhD) from Goodwin University. \nShe was Awarded a Certificate of Completion for the Promoting Racial Equity in the Workplace Program\, March 2023\, John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University\, Executive Education. \n	\n\n	\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 “Ask Me Anything!” Webinar Series\nNEWIEE Event Calendar
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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-14/
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SUMMARY:Empower Your Future: Vision Boarding with the Rising Professionals Committee
DESCRIPTION:As we approach the end of the new year\, it’s perfect time to reflect on our achievements and set intentions for the future. Join us for an inspiring workshop designed for all facilitated by Tiffany Hawco the rising professional’s co-chair. This interactive event will guide participants through the process of creating a vision board\, a powerful tool for visualizing goals and aspirations for the coming year. We will explore the significance of New Year’s resolutions\, encouraging attendees to think critically about their personal and professional growth. \nThough guided activities\, discussions\, and collaborative brainstorming\, you will define your vision for next year and outline actionable steps to achieve your goals. You will also connect with like-minded professionals\, share insights\, and build a supportive community focused on making a meaningful impact in our industries. \nDon’t miss this chance to kickstart your journey towards a purposeful and impactful 2025. \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/empower-your-future-vision-boarding-with-the-rising-professionals-committee/
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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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-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend our monthly meetups. 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 meetup! \nThe meeting reoccurs the fourth Friday of each month from noon to 1pm. Note: these meetings are not recorded.\nClick here to join the meeting. \nYour Rising Professional Co-Chairs\,\nGrace and Tiffany! \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-16/2025-01-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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SUMMARY:NEWIEE Book Club: Exploring Braiding Sweetgrass
DESCRIPTION:This event is not being recorded. \n\n	\n\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Sponsor: \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	The Rising Professionals Committee is thrilled to launch the NEWIEE Book Club- a space designed to remind us of our love for learning\, foster critical thinking\, and spark new connections with fellow professionals. Join us as we dive into Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer\, a beautifully written exploration of Indigenous wisdom\, scientific knowledge\, and the deep bond between humans and the natural world. \nWe’d love for all interested to join us in this thought-provoking discussion. Let’s celebrate curiosity\, deepen our understanding\, and grow together as a community. \n\n\n\n	\n		Register Here\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Resources provided in a list below: \n\nLibby App: eBooks and audiobooks (for free!) in Libby if you have a library card.\nLibby – Welcome\nThriftbooks.com- Used and discounted books for less:\nBraiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom\,… book by Robin Wall Kimmerer\nFree Youtube audiobook:\nhttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfls6OzMkf8KwDszavfbXJWbB4JnTpttT&si=bfJapgdOAZeXgC63\nOfficial Spotify Audiobook:\nhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0cF1OmecqqiuDWI6lV0TJe?si=VLyUEwhbTCyNcYCfwBNIXw\nFree Online PDF\, multiple versions:\n\nBraiding Sweetgrass\nBraiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom\, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants : Robin Wall Kimmerer :
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SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend our monthly meetups. 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 meetup! \nThe meeting reoccurs the fourth Friday of each month from noon to 1pm. Note: these meetings are not recorded.\nClick here to join the meeting. \nYour Rising Professional Co-Chairs\,\nGrace and Tiffany! \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-16/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000
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SUMMARY:NEWIEE on Campus: Merrimack
DESCRIPTION:Sponsor: \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Registration is for Merrimack College students only and is handled through the college. \nRising Professionals volunteers will visit the Merrimack College campus to speak with current students about different career pathways in the energy and environmental industry and share their advice on navigating the workplace.
URL:https://newiee.org/event/newiee-on-campus-merrimack/
LOCATION:Merrimack College\, 315 Turnpike St\,\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T113001
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SUMMARY:Rhode Island March 2025 Chapter Week - Networking at G Pub
DESCRIPTION:Join the RI Chapter of NEWIEE for an evening of networking\, connecting with friends and making new ones! Please register so we can keep track of attendees. BIG thank you to our incredible sponsors: the Office of Energy Resources (Chapter Sponsor) and ACT – The Alliance for Climate Transition (Food Sponsor). \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n				\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		Registration Link\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Chapter Sponsor \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Food Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/rhode-island-march-2025-chapter-week-networking-at-g-pub/
LOCATION:G Pub\, 61 Orange Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02903
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rhode Island Chapter
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T113001
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SUMMARY:Boston Chapter Event
DESCRIPTION:Join NEWIEE’s Boston Chapter for a discussion on transportation electrification and sustainability at the Rivian Showroom in Boston’s Back Bay! Take a closer look at Rivian’s SUVs and trucks and learn more about the policies and programs supporting electric vehicles and transportation decarbonization. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:30-6:00pm – Networking\n\n\n6:00pm – 6:45pm – Welcome from Rivian\, Panel Discussion\n\nKat Burnham\, Advanced Energy United – Moderator\nKelsey Johnson\, Rivian\nRachel Ackerman\, MassCEC\nNicole Voudren\, Better Together Brain Trust (BT2)\n\n\n6:45-7:30pm – Networking and Ride Alongs in Rivian vehicles\n\nIf you’ve never driven in an EV\, join the Rivian Showroom team for a ride along in a Rivian vehicle. Due to the availability of alcohol at this event\, attendees will only be able to participate in a ride along. Limited rides available and are not guaranteed.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n				\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		Registration Link\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n				\n\n		\n\n\n\n	\n	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	Event Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/boston-chapter-event/
LOCATION:400 Newbury Street\, Suite 900\, 400 Newbury Street\, Suite 900\, Boston\, MA\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rhode Island Chapter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000
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SUMMARY:NH Chapter Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting tour of Penacook Upper Falls in Penacook on Thursday\, the 27th at 10 AM. This location is logistically convenient with ample parking and a compact footprint\, making it an ideal spot for our visit. \nPlease note that all visitors are required to complete a liability waiver to participate in the tour of our hydro projects. We will have copies of the waiver available at the start of the tour\, but we want to ensure that all participants are aware of this requirement in advance. \nAs much of the tour will take place outdoors\, we recommend that attendees dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of severe weather\, we may need to cancel or postpone the tour. Sensible shoes are a must\, as there will be some walking and stairs involved. To fully enjoy the tour\, participants should be comfortable with walking and navigating stairs. \nTo maintain a manageable group size\, we are considering capping the number of participants at 25. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n				\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		Registration Link\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Chapter Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/nh-chapter-event/
LOCATION:Penacook\, Concord\, NH\, 03303\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Hampshire Chapter,NEWIEE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T113001
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SUMMARY:Western New England March 2025 Chapter Event - Tour of FirstLight's Northfield Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Join NEWIEE’s Western New England Regional Chapter for a tour of FirstLight’s Northfield Mountain on Thursday\, March 27! Northfield Mountain is New England’s largest energy storage facility – capable of powering more than 1 million homes for up to 7.5 hours each and every day. The “Mountain” stores energy in an upper pond that is then released through the station when electricity is needed most. \nFirstLight carefully manages over 14\,000 acres of land around their clean energy projects\, providing recreation and educational opportunities to visitors\, including hiking\, rock climbing\, fishing\, camping\, snow shoeing\, and other activities. Following the tour\, if conditions permit we hope you will stay to join the group for more networking on the trails! Trail Map Report \nPlease wear long pants and close-toed shoes. Registration is required for the tour\, and attendance is capped at 15. If there is enough interest\, we may be able to add a second group\, so make sure to join the waitlist if you don’t get one of the first 15 slots! \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n				\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		Registration Link\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Venue Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/western-new-england-march-2025-chapter-event-tour-of-firstlights-northfield-mountain/
LOCATION:FirstLight’s Northfield Mountain\, 99 Millers Falls Rd\, Northfield\, MA\, 01360
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Western New England Chapter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T113001
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SUMMARY:Vermont March 2025 Chapter Event - Visioning & Goal Setting to Grow Careers and Impact
DESCRIPTION:Join the NEWIEE Vermont Chapter for an evening devoted to professional growth and leadership development in the energy and environmental fields. We’ll hear from an engaging HR speaker who will guide us in visioning and goal setting. Then\, we’ll break into small groups to support each other in setting strong goals and workshop leadership challenges and growth opportunities. These small group discussions will be followed by informal networking to strengthen professional connections within the Vermont Chapter. This will be a great session for early-career professionals and seasoned leaders alike. Join us! \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n				\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		Registration Link\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Chapter Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/vermont-march-2025-chapter-event-visioning-goal-setting-to-grow-careers-and-impact/
LOCATION:Burlington Electric Department 585 Pine Street Burlington VT\, Burlington Electric Department 585 Pine Street\, Burlington\, VT
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Vermont Chapter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T113001
CREATED:20250105T232849Z
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SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend our monthly meetups. 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 meetup! \nThe meeting reoccurs the fourth Friday of each month from noon to 1pm. Note: these meetings are not recorded.\nClick here to join the meeting. \nYour Rising Professional Co-Chairs\,\nGrace and Tiffany! \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-16/2025-03-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rising Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T190000
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SUMMARY:Maine Chapter Week Event
DESCRIPTION:Join NEWIEE’s Maine Chapter for an evening at the Maine Beer Company to connect 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 5pm. \nRegistration will be available on Monday\, March 3rd. \n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n		Registration Link\n\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	Maine Chapter Sponsor
URL:https://newiee.org/event/maine-chapter-week-event/
LOCATION:Maine Beer Compay\, 525 US Route 1\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Maine Chapter,NEWIEE
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