International Climate Webinar Series

gridCONNEXT® 2025 is less than a month away! Join the GridWise Alliance on December 9–10 in Washington, DC, at Convene for their premier grid modernization event. This year’s theme—Driving Innovation for Reliable, Affordable Power—will bring together utility leaders, technology providers, and policymakers to explore solutions that strengthen resilience, manage costs, and deliver equitable benefits across the energy landscape. This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and lead alongside peers and top energy leaders through dynamic keynotes, engaging and informative sessions, and robust networking opportunities. 👉 Register today: https://lnkd.in/eMTk-H88 #GridCONNEXT2025 #GridModernization #EnergyAffordability #GridResilience

The energy industry is traditionally male-dominated. How can mid-career women build their network for leadership success? 🎙️ Hear from Lisa Jacobson, President of the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE), who emphasizes the critical importance of supporting women at all levels and creating your own networking platforms. ➡️ Don't miss the exclusive Women Leaders Discussion by the CWS North America Chapter on Dec 11th. Join us here to hear the full interview and the discussion. https://lnkd.in/eaAQviXN #WomenInEnergy #LeadershipDevelopment #Networking #Sustainability #ClimateAction

The United States Energy and Power Grid Discussion is coming soon. Also, don't miss the ICWS Industry Blitz! Dec. 11th at 10:30 AM EST Follow EventOne Solutions and Register Today! https://lnkd.in/eaAQviXN Join us for the International Climate Webinar Series on Thursday, December 11th at 10:30 AM EST! 👏 A great appreciation to our 2025 Series' supporters: Schneider Electric, GridWise Alliance, and Energy One Solutions International This Series is Powered by EVENT ONE SOLUTIONS INTERNATIONAL One solutions ➡️ The event will feature two key segments: A - 🎙️ ICWS Industry Blitz: A 10-minute fast-paced chat with Lisa Jacobson, President of the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE), discusses the critical, long-term role of natural gas in achieving net-zero goals by 2050, highlighting the importance of using existing infrastructure for renewable natural gas and hydrogen. B - 💡 Exclusive Women Leaders Discussion: A panel focusing on the Energy & Power Grid Transition by 2050, featuring women leaders from the ICWS North American Chapter. Karen Wayland (CEO, GridWise Alliance) Brandi Colander (CEO, DC Green Bank) Jana Gerber (President, Microgrid North America, Schneider Electric) Stephanie Badr (CEO, Electric Power Engineers) Nse Esema (SR. VP Green Economy, New York City Economic Development Corporation) Hosted by Salima Hebbache Steven, ICWS Commissioner, and Moderated by Melissa Jun Rowley, (Advisor, Women and Climate)

The next generation of U.S. clean mobility is all about interconnected systems!  Did you miss the live leaders' session? Watch the full discussion on fleet modernization, environmental impact, and regulatory innovation here:https://lnkd.in/e3SR6Ubk

Join us for this important meeting in Washington, D.C., where stakeholders in the grid power industry will gather. Organized by the 2025 ICWS supporter partner GridWise Alliance

9 Days Left! Don't Miss the Energy & Power Grid Transition Webinar Join us in 9 days for the 4th edition of the International Climate Webinar Series (ICWS) North America Chapter! https://lnkd.in/eaAQviXN ➡️ A great appreciation to our 2025 Series' supporters: Schneider Electric, GridWise Alliance and Energy One Solutions International This exclusive Women Leaders Discussion will tackle the most pressing challenges in the Energy & Power Grid Transition by 2050. ⭐ 💬 Featuring Our Expert Panel: Karen Wayland Wattland (CEO, GridWise Alliance) Brandi Colander (CEO, DC Green Bank) Jana Gerber (President Microgrid North America, Schneider Electric) Stephanie Badr (CEO, Electric Power Engineers) Nse Esema (SR. VP Green Economy, New York City Economic Development Corporation) Hosted by Salima Hebbache Steven, ICWS Commissioner and Moderated by Melissa Jun Rowley, (Advisor, Women and Climate) #icws #energy #women #leaders #powergrid #utility #electric #eventone

ICWS Masterclass: The Power of Partnership in Fleet Electrification! We were thrilled to welcome 🌟 William Ellis, M.B.A., PMP® 🌟, External Affairs Director at Pepco, during our recent discussion on the US Clean Mobility Future. His message highlights a crucial fact for achieving net-zero transportation goals: Utilities and Fleet Operators must collaborate early. The successful rollout of Medium and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Electric Vehicles relies on: 💡 Long-Range Master Planning: Coordinating future fleet demands with necessary utility infrastructure upgrades. 💡 Funding Optimization: Strategically aligning resources to cover vehicle and infrastructure costs. 💡 Innovative Practices: Implementing effective solutions like Time-of-Use rates to manage grid load. 💬 As 🌟 William Ellis, M.B.A., PMP® 🌟 Ellis states, "The sooner you bring us to the table, the more we can help you all reach your goals." 🗓️ Save the date for the 6th DMV Mobility Leaders Discussion on May7th, 2026 - https://lnkd.in/er3de_eQ

🔦🔦 SESSION SPOTLIGHT at #gridCONNEXT2025 Mercury Rising: Turning Customer Devices into Grid Assets 📅 Tuesday, December 10 ⏰ 3:00–3:50 PM | Forum gridCONNEXT 2025 is excited to present a session on one of the most transformative opportunities at the grid edge: turning customer-owned devices into reliable grid assets. Customer-owned technologies—EV chargers, heat pumps, batteries, smart thermostats, and more—represent enormous potential for scalable demand flexibility. Mercury, a major cross-sector initiative, is working to standardize how these devices can operate as trusted grid resources. This session will offer an inside look at Mercury’s work to develop: • Interoperability guidelines • Certification protocols • Collaborative frameworks that enable demand flexibility at scale Panelists will share key milestones, early lessons from working groups, and how this collaborative effort is shaping a more resilient and cost-effective grid for the future. If you’re focused on flexible demand, customer-side innovation, or grid-edge strategy, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. 👉 Register for gridCONNEXT 2025 and Explore the full agenda: https://lnkd.in/eMTk-H88 #GridWiseAlliance #DemandFlexibility #GridModernization #Interoperability #DER #EnergyInnovation #GridResilience #GridReliability

NEXT UP on the ICWS Industry Blitz Expert Q&A! We are thrilled to announce that the following interview will feature Lisa Jacobson, President of the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE). hosted by Salima Hebbache Steven, ICWS Commissioner. ®️ Join us on Dec. 11th, 2025, as Lisa shares her expert insights on the intersection of energy efficiency, natural gas, renewable energy, and critical policy issues shaping the sustainable energy landscape. 🎧LinkedIn LIVE: https://lnkd.in/eaAQviXN 🎧 YouTube LIVE: https://lnkd.in/eAY4m_eK 💡 This is a 10-Minute Blitz packed with essential market intelligence and climate action insights from a leader with over two decades of experience advising federal and state policymakers. The Interview with Lisa Jacobson airs immediately before The 4th Energy & Power Grid: Women Leaders Discussion - Transition by 2050 (10:30 AM EST, Dec. 11th, 2025). Meet all ICWS guests: https://lnkd.in/e6Mmacy5 Lizzie Stricklin