Jessica Long, Head Of Sustainability, Americas, Nuveen Real Estate

At Nuveen, Jessica is responsible for the implementation of the 'tomorrow’s world' sustainability platform, focusing on climate risk and meeting carbon reduction goals throughout Nuveen’s U.S. real estate portfolio. She manages a team of internal sustainability professionals as well as external consultants that engage at the asset level to achieve the firm's sustainability goals.

In 2016, Jessica was named member of the year for USGBC National Capital Region.

21Q2 AEG Washington Jessica Long - Buildings & Construction

Fernando Arias, Director of Sustainability, Clark Construction Group, LLC

As Director of Sustainability, Fernando draws upon more than 20 years of experience in architecture, operations, and construction to shape the company’s sustainability strategies. Recently, Fernando has been recognized for his leadership in Advancing Health and Wellness in the Built Environment by the U.S. Green Building Council.

With a proud reputation as the nation's #2 Green Builder since 2014, Clark Construction has a national portfolio of more than 495 sustainably certified projects delivered, totaling nearly 177 million square feet and valued at over $52.7B.

21Q2 AEG Washington Fernando Arias - Buildings & Construction

Anica Landreneau, Senior Principal, Global Director of Sustainable Design, HOK

Anica is the head of HOK’s sustainable discipline and consultancy practice, she is working to make DC one of the world’s greenest cities by supporting the District in green building policy development and implementation.

Anica leads the firm’s AIA 2030 commitment toward a carbon-neutral portfolio.  Anica's obstacle statement was selected by the group as most important to focus on now to overcome.

21Q2 AEG Washington Anica Landreneau - Buildings & Construction

AEG Washington Stakeholder Challenge. This quarter's topic is Buildings & Construction.

We believe systemic change is best accomplished as a team sport.  
 Every quarter we host the AEG Washington Stakeholder Challenge so all*star leaders, can get on the field as cross sector teams  and play to win at what matters most.

Director Tommy Wells shares his experience participating in this most recent Stakeholder Challenge on Buildings & Construction.

21Q2 AEG DC Tommy Wells, Director, Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE)Testimonial

TrackList :

Ride Like The Wind (Joey Negro Extended Disco Mix) (Goya Edit)	- Christopher Cross	
I Love America (Extended Dance) (Goya Edit) - Den Harrow	
Ascension (Never Dull Remix) (Goya Edit) - Maxwell 			
Leave Nobody Out (Goya Edit) - NODEN	
Street Player (Dimitri From Paris Super Disco Blend - Parts I & II) (Goya Edit) - Leonid & Friends
All the Time (Yuksek 1984 Remix) (Goya Edit) - Patawawa	
Solar Flair - More Amour	
Another Star (Extended Mix) (Goya Edit) - Discotron, HP Vince	
Strokin (Pete Le Freq Refreq) (Goya Edit) - Dynasty	
Moves at Midnight (Goya Re-Edit) - Ian Ossia	
We Are Family (Barry & Gibbs Edit) (Goya Edit) - Sister Sledge

Goya Disco Club Vol.3

Zachary Gerson, Partner, Foley Hoag, LLP

For more than a decade, Zach Gerson has brought his experience permitting some of the Northeast’s most significant clean energy projects and advancing the region’s clean energy policies to bear for clients looking to build clean and renewable energy resources.

Foley Hoag represents public and private clients in a wide range of disputes and transactions. Founded in 1943, Foley Hoag has grown into a unique international firm that blends innovation, deep knowledge and superior legal skill. They are well known for our commitment to helping clients achieve their desired results across a broad spectrum of legal matters and industries. Foley Hoag has established a lengthy record of success in the innovation industries of life sciences, health care, technology, energy/renewables and cannabis. Regardless of the intricacy of the matters, they provide clients with creative, strategic legal advice tailored to their specific goals.

AEG Boston 24Q3 Zachary Gerson - Grid Modernization

The Voice

El Cantante

Commissioner and Undersecretary of Energy at Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Patrick Woodcock, discusses his vision and commitment to a clean, equitable Massachusetts. Roger Kranenburg, Vice President of Energy Strategy & Policy at Eversource Energy, talks about Eversource's groundbreaking commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030.  Judith Judson, former Commissioner and now Vice President of Distributed Energy Systems at Ameresco shares private sector solutions.

20Q2 AEG Boston Speaker Roundtable

Talk of LL97 and grid integration is all over New York City.  However,   costs regarding have been identified as critical barriers. 

Discussion on financial value streams (utility incentives, demand response payments, etc.) that can help NYC buildings integrate grid responsiveness and avoid potential LL97 fines.

Speakers:
Jonathan Flaherty, Global Head of Sustainability, Tishman Speyer
Robyn Beavers, CoFounder, CEO, Blueprint Power
Eric Davis, Senior Analyst, ConEdison
Francesca Spinelli , Digital and Energy Solutions, Trane Technologies
Harris Schaer, Director of Energy and Sustainability at NYC Department of Cultural Affairs

AEG NEW YORK 20Q3  TASKFORCE SPEAKER CHALLENGE

Advanced Energy Group is a consortium of dedicated stakeholders committed to developing and delivering advanced energy solutions for Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York City, and Washington D.C. By enabling a collaborative, focused framework of dedicated leaders and experts, Advanced Energy Group drives needed change today.

The AEG Podcast features a collection of select speakers from various Advanced Energy Group events and interviews - from breakfasts and one-off collaborations to industry conferences and beyond. Guests include speeches from and conversations with discussion leaders, stakeholder members, individuals from partner organizations, and more.

AEG Boston 24Q3 Zachary Gerson - Grid Modernization

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