About this Event
In December 2022, Winter Storm Elliott unleashed a devastating impact across much of the Eastern U.S., claiming the lives of at least 60 individuals, with at least 47 casualties in Buffalo alone. The brutal storm resulted in over 1.5 million power outages nationwide, with more than 150,000 Western New Yorkers left in the dark. Further downstate, Con Edison declared a “gas emergency,” a near-catastrophic situation that threatened to disrupt gas service to large portions of their customer base. The severity of the weather was so extreme that firefighters across the state found themselves trapped while attempting to respond to critical emergencies.
Weather conditions vary drastically across the state – from the bustling streets of New York City to the Capital District, and all the way up to Erie and Niagara Counties where Elliott hit Buffalo and surrounding areas the hardest. This stark contrast underscores the need for a more responsible approach to emissions reductions that prioritizes the diverse needs of customers across the entire state. Circumstances and situations differ between upstate and downstate where one solution may not fit the needs.
Join the three dissenting voices against the NYS Climate Action Council’s Scoping Plan for a compelling discussion on an “all-of-the-above" approach to reducing emissions. Together with The Martin Group and our hosts at The Bull Moose Club, we’ll explore how to balance the growth of weather-dependent renewables with the consistency of natural gas and low-carbon fuels supplied through secure, existing delivery systems. As concerns voiced in December 2022, just five days before Winter Storm Elliott hit, have become reality in some cases, our panel of experienced voices from New York’s energy sector hopes that the board members of New York State’s Energy Plan will consider the concerns as they develop a new roadmap and scope.
Meet Our Expert Panel
Dennis Elsenbeck – Head of Energy and Sustainability, Energy Consulting Services, Phillips Lytle LLP
Donna DeCarolis – President, National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation
Gavin Donohue – President & CEO, Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY)
Moderator
Dan Clark – Reporter, Times Union
Date
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Agenda
8:00 a.m. — Registration and networking
8:30 a.m. — Panel discussion begins
9:30 a.m. — Program concludes
Location
Bull Moose Club
150 State Street, 4th floor
Albany, NY
Seating is limited, so secure your spot today! Registration is free and we eagerly anticipate your presence at the event.
About The Martin Group
The Martin Group is an integrated communications firm with offices in Albany, Rochester, and Buffalo. Our statewide work includes best-in-class organizations, ranging from small businesses to global enterprises, and extensive experience in several industry verticals, including food and beverage, healthcare, education, economic development, financial services, professional services and not-for-profit support. Our Public Affairs team in Albany brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from various industries in the Capital Region.
About the Bull Moose Club
The Bull Moose Club provides members with a lively coworking space that features shared work areas, private offices, and meeting rooms. They cater to business leaders, advocacy groups, trade associations, lobbyists, and creative professionals in a renovated location near the New York State Capitol. Through club membership, professionals can network and discuss the latest state government news or relax and socialize in the library. Bull Moose Club organizes events that are free for club members and open to the public, including keynote discussions from elected officials, public policy debates, and roundtable discussions led by trusted journalists.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bull Moose Club Albany, 150 State Street, Albany, United States
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