named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Clean Energy Standard Engagement
Advocates for policies under New York's Clean Energy Standard, including renewable energy credit markets, utility procurement, and program implementation.
Grid Modernization and DER Integration
Works to reform interconnection processes, promote distributed energy resource integration, and advance grid planning for a clean energy future.
Public Service Commission Advocacy
Submits formal comments and participates in regulatory proceedings at the New York Public Service Commission on issues including clean energy standards, distributed energy resources, transmission planning, and transportation electrification.
Transportation Electrification
Engages on policies related to electric vehicle charging infrastructure, managed charging programs, and utility involvement in transportation electrification.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Energy Policy Advocacy & Research 3 activities
- Advocacy for clean energy policies and legislation in New YorkAdvocates before state regulatory bodies, the legislature, and public agencies for clean energy policies including renewable electricity, energy efficiency, energy storage, transportation electrification, and grid modernization. This includes filing formal comments, submitting testimony, and participating in coalitions to advance or oppose specific legislation and regulations.
- Conducts policy and stakeholder research on renewable energy systemsPerforms research on renewable energy supply chains, ownership models, and community engagement strategies to inform advocacy positions and policy recommendations.
- Produces educational podcast content on clean energy topicsCreates and publishes podcast episodes with transcripts and resources to inform stakeholders about clean energy developments and policies in New York.
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Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Initiatives 1 activity
- Operates a dual-use solar and agricultural demonstration farmImplements agrivoltaics by growing crops such as mums under solar panels, demonstrating the coexistence of agriculture and renewable energy generation while conserving water through drip irrigation.
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Industry Trade Association Services 1 activity
- Provides organizational membership and coalition-building platformOffers membership to companies and organizations in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and transportation electrification sectors to foster collaboration and collective advocacy.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.36M
Contributions & grants$280K8%
Program service revenue$3.00M89%
Investment income$74K2%
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$3.04M
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.20M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$2.41M
Cash$2.14M
Investments$0
Liabilities$297K
Net assets$2.11M
Liquid reserves8.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +2.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARGUERITE WELLS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $184K |
| DEBORAH PECK KELLEHER | EMPLOYEE | 40 | $137K |
| KYLE RABIN | EMPLOYEE | 40 | $126K |
| ALICIA ARTESSA | EMPLOYEE | 40 | $103K |
board members · 12
- ANDY FRANK — DIRECTOR
- BRITTANY WEST — DIRECTOR
- CARRIE HITT — DIRECTOR
- CHRIS GLYNN — DIRECTOR
- JAMIL KHAN — DIRECTOR
- JASON DU TERROIL — DIRECTOR
- JEREMY MCDIARMID — DIRECTOR
- JOSH BERMAN — DIRECTOR
- SAMANTHA WILT — DIRECTOR
- STEPHAN ROUNDTREE — DIRECTOR
- VANESSA FAJANS-TURNER — DIRECTOR
- VINCENT ALBANESE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 54
Who they work with
- ACE NY Network — Organization offering membership to clean energy companies and organizations in New York.
- AES Partner — Board member organization represented by Brittany West
- Advanced Energy United Partner — Board member organization represented by Valessa Souter-Kline
- Advanced Energy United Partner — Jointly filed multiple comments and advocacy submissions with ACE NY before the Public Service Commission.
- Advanced Energy United Partner — Longstanding partnership to amplify advocacy efforts in New York's clean energy transition.
- Alliance for a Green Economy Partner — Co-filed comments with ACE NY on thermal energy network pilot projects before the Public Service Commission.
- American Clean Power Partner — Board member organization represented by Moira Cyphers
- Boralex Partner — Board member organization represented by Darren Suarez
- Building Decarbonization Coalition Partner — Co-filed comments with ACE NY on thermal energy network pilot projects before the Public Service Commission.
- Central Hudson Government — Subject of regulatory filings by ACE NY concerning thermal energy networks and transportation pilots.
- Coalition for Community Solar Access Partner — Joined ACE NY in filing comments opposing changes to the Renewable Energy Program.
- Con Edison Government — Subject of regulatory filings by ACE NY regarding interconnection reform and transportation electrification.
- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Partner — Board member organization represented by Elissa Levin
- Department of Agriculture Government — Monitors implementation of EV-related regulations.
- Department of Conservation Government — Monitors implementation of EV-related regulations.
- Department of Public Service (DPS) Government — Regulatory body before which ACE NY regularly files comments on clean energy policy matters.
- EDF Power Solutions Partner — Board member organization represented by Stephane Desdunes
- EDP Renewables Partner — Board member organization represented by Chris Glynn
- Environmental Advocates of New York Partner — Board member organization represented by Katie McNamara
- Independent Power Producers of New York (IPPNY) Partner — Collaborated with ACE NY on filings related to the RAPID Act and utility ownership of renewable generation.
- LS Power Partner — Board member organization represented by Jamil Khan
- NY BEST Partner — Jointly opposed multiple bills restricting energy storage deployment (S.9915/A.10917, S.7197-A/A.6955-C, S.7197/A.6955)
- NY-BEST Partner — Joined ACE NY in filing comments supporting interconnection reform and opposing modifications to hydroelectric repowering criteria.
- NYISO Government — Cited in ACE NY's reporting for highlighting the role of distributed solar in improving grid reliability and affordability.
- NYOWA Coalition — Member of the New York Offshore Wind Alliance
- NYOWA Partner — Co-signed support memo for the Affordable Clean Energy Act (S.4066-A/A.10635)
- NYOWA Partner — Jointly submitted comments with ACE NY on Clean Energy Standard staffing and funding matters.
- NYSEIA Partner — Collaborated on a coalition letter supporting clarification of wind and solar tax assessment models (S.8012/A.8332)
- NYSERDA Government — Collaborates on energy storage programs and policy implementation.
- NYSERDA Government — Provided analysis to ACE NY on solar power's cost-saving impact on New York's electric grid.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Clean Energy Advocacy for Co-Benefitsmethodology: clean-energy-advocacyBy advocating for clean, renewable electricity and energy efficiency, we achieve broader societal benefits such as economic development, public health improvements, and reduced air pollution, because these policies directly displace fossil fuel use and create green jobs.
- Equity-Centered and Community-Engaged Climate Policymethodology: equity-centered_climate_policyBy centering equity and enabling early community engagement in renewable energy planning, we build more resilient and just clean energy transitions because inclusive processes reduce conflict, enhance local ownership, and ensure marginalized communities benefit.
- Evidence-Based and Relational Policy Advocacymethodology: evidence_based_relational_advocacyBy combining research-grounded policy memos with direct engagement of legislators, we influence clean energy policy decisions because credible evidence paired with cross-ideological dialogue builds trust and enables consensus across political divides.
- Member-Driven Collective Advocacymethodology: member-driven_collective_impactBy aligning clean energy organizations around shared goals, we amplify policy impact because collective action strengthens political influence and leverages diverse organizational expertise toward systemic change.
- Targeted Regulatory and Legislative Advocacymethodology: targeted_legislative_advocacyBy advancing practical policy reforms and opposing flawed legislation while remaining open to improvement, we accelerate clean energy deployment because focused, technically sound advocacy strengthens market conditions and regulatory frameworks.