Energy Exchanges
Experience new, facilitated networking opportunities with Energy Exchanges at RE+ Northeast! Full conference passholders can engage in interactive networking sessions designed to drive meaningful connections between attendees around clean energy solutions in the region.
Exploring Hydrogen's Future in the Northeast
Wednesday, February 12 I 10:45 am -11:35 am I BCEC, Hall A, Room 154
Join industry experts for an interactive town hall session focused on the rapidly evolving hydrogen landscape in the Northeast. Speakers will provide a high-level overview of key developments in hydrogen research, technology, and policy before engaging directly with attendees. Bring your questions and engage with experts shaping the future of hydrogen in the region.
Discussing community energy developments & Challenges in the northeast
Wednesday, February 12 I 11:45 am -12:35 am I BCEC, Hall A, Room 154
Join experts in a guided conversation around community solar and community-based energy solutions. Featuring 3-5 minute introductions from experts outlining different segments of the community energy market, attendees will then be able to network and discuss further with presenters, peers and other professionals in small interactive groups. This Energy Exchange will provide you with the opportunity to participate in groups catered to developers, financers, policy advocates, and subscription managers.
One if by land: is there a road ahead for thermal energy networks in the northeast?
Wednesday, February 12 I 2:10 pm -3:00 pm I BCEC, Hall A, Room 154
As states in the Northeast push for heating decarbonization, geothermal technologies are gaining renewed attention. This session will explore the role of thermal energy networks in achieving these goals, focusing on customer experience, integration into utility operations, and value to the region’s energy system. Speakers will unpack recent policy developments, share early learnings from serving geothermal heating and cooling to entire neighborhoods, and discuss pathways to scale in the Northeast. Attendees will be able to interact directly with speakers to gain insight into both the opportunities and challenges of deploying these networks to meet decarbonization targets.
Master the narrative: transforming your data into stories that resonate
Thursday, February 13 I 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Your work in clean energy is transformative—but is your message connecting with the right people? This workshop will help you unlock the power of storytelling to engage stakeholders, win funding, and inspire action. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll learn how to frame your data and ideas into a compelling narrative that connects emotionally and drives results. Walk away with a drafted story that you can use immediately to strengthen your engagement and help support decarbonizing our energy system.