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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 11h

Strong leadership matters, & we’re glad to see
@govcox.bsky.social & Gov. Josh Green tackling the challenge of modernizing our energy system to ensure reliable & affordable power! We’re super excited & ready to help turn this vision into policy.

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 14h

Illinois is facing fast-rising energy demand, but there’s a solution that could help meet this challenge and save consumers money as early as next summer – VPPs.

Learn more: www.canarymedia.com/articles/vir...

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Catalyst w/ Shayle Kann @catalyst-pod.bsky.social · 2d

A conversation with the CEO of Advanced Energy United on why states are the center of gravity for clean energy policy.

Listen now to the partner episode: www.latitudemedia.com/news/frontie...

Frontier Forum: A new playbook for clean energy growth

A conversation with the CEO of Advanced Energy United on why states are the center of gravity for clean energy policy.

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Heather O’Neill @honeill.bsky.social · 2d

Check out my conversation with @latitudemedia.bsky.social on how advanced energy is providing solutions to energy affordability and reliability challenges with @advancedenergyunited.org new advocacy playbook.

Catalyst w/ Shayle Kann @catalyst-pod.bsky.social · 2d

A conversation with the CEO of Advanced Energy United on why states are the center of gravity for clean energy policy.

Listen now to the partner episode: www.latitudemedia.com/news/frontie...

Frontier Forum: A new playbook for clean energy growth

A conversation with the CEO of Advanced Energy United on why states are the center of gravity for clean energy policy.

www.latitudemedia.com

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 2d

In an interview with @latitudemedia.bsky.social's @stephenlacey.bsky.social, United’s President & CEO @honeill.bsky.social discussed how, with waning federal support, businesses must shift their focus to the states & regions.

Listen to the full interview: buff.ly/aTh4qXE

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 5d

Vetoing AB 44 is a major missed opportunity to lower costs using distributed energy resources. @governor.ca.gov, please correct the course by signing AB 740 to unlock BILLIONS in energy savings from virtual power plants!

Learn more:

Newsom strikes down bill to help reduce electric demand despite unanimous approval

Gov. Newsom said the bill would not have improved electric grid reliability planning because it did “not align with the California Public Utility Commission’s Resource Adequacy framewor…

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 6d

Don’t forget to register for the Illinois Renewable Energy Conference in Bloomington, IL! Attendees will gain key insights into the challenges & opportunities for renewable energy in Illinois. Be sure to catch United's Lisa Barrett & John Albers among the speakers at the event!

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Illinois Renewable Energy Conference – Join us at the forefront of renewable energy!

It’s an exciting time for renewable energy in Illinois! State and federal investments are pouring into the renewable energy sector, providing opportunities for significant growth. But rapid growth…

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 6d

United is looking forward to Los Angeles Business Council’s 19th Annual Sustainability Summit on 10/9! Attendees will gain key insights into strategies for advancing clean energy solutions to build a more resilient, affordable, & sustainable energy future.

Register here: buff.ly/ThOreUE

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 7d

Advanced Energy United’s John Albers and Lisa Barrett recently spoke at the Illinois Renewable Energy conference. John participated in a panel about virtual power plants, while Lisa’s discussion focused on interconnection issues.

Learn more about the conference --> illinoisrenewable.com

Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 7d

We’re 2 weeks out from the Forth Roadmap Conference in Detroit! This 3-day event (10/14-16) will explore solutions to expand transportation electrification across the country.

United is proud to sponsor the event’s Hosted Reception!

Register today: buff.ly/v86WKmh

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 7d

Demand for energy is growing quickly in Illinois, but there’s a solution, and it could save consumers money as early as next summer if storage legislation passes.

Learn more: www.canarymedia.com/articles/vir...

Virtual power plants may soon provide more electricity to Illinois’…

The state has tons of solar, thanks to past laws. Now, legislators are weighing incentives for home batteries that can give the grid clean power in times…

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 7d

Not only are geothermal projects expanding job opportunities for IL, but they’re reducing energy bills and strain on the electric grid. Thank you to the state legislators and officials who attended the tour!

Learn more about the center here: local150.org/asip/program...

Geothermal and Water Well Driller - IUOE Local 150 | International Union Of Operating Engineers

Geothermal, Geotechnical and Water Well Drillers use drill rigs to perform a variety of tasks. Geotechnical drilling serves many purposes in the construction industry, geothermal drilling involves dri...

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 7d

Last week, United and @buildingdecarb.org toured Local 150’s geothermal training center where 150 is growing a skilled geothermal drilling workforce that can deliver efficient heating and cooling services to IL.

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 7d

Download your copy of our playbook guide: advancedenergyunited.org/playbook

Read more on our blog: blog.advancedenergyunited.org/advocacy-pla...

Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 7d

Our new playbook is designed to show decisionmakers how #AdvancedEnergy is harnessed to tackle these barriers.

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 7d

Policymakers today are facing unprecedented challenges: rising demand, rising reliability threats, & rising costs.

The good news? The solutions are already here. ⚡

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Emily Pontecorvo @emilypont.bsky.social · 8d

Happening today at 2pm ET! I'm moderating this webinar on Unlocking Heat Pump Markets for @advancedenergyunited.org
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register here: info.advancedenergyunited.org/unlocking-he...

Unlocking Heat Pump Markets: How State Policy Can Accelerate Adoption

Join us for a timely webinar on how state-level and regional advocacy can expand markets for heat pumps and other advanced home electric technologies. Policy advocates and industry experts will share ...

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 9d

👉 WEBINAR TOMORROW 👈

Don’t miss our live discussion at 2PM ET to gain insights from expert panelists, who will share examples of how supportive policies can drive market opportunity for HVAC businesses, scale adoption of heat pumps, & grow demand flexibility programs.

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 9d

Proud of Jessica Robertson of New Leaf Energy and Bronte Payne of Sunrun — both United member companies — speaking today at @massgovernor.bsky.social's #Solar Summit in Boston with developers labor and decisonmakers. #MALeg

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 9d

The recent passage of CA Assembly Bill 825 unlocks an unprecedented opportunity for more efficiency, reliability, & clean energy growth in the West.

Learn more about the importance of the bill & United’s role in making regional collaboration a reality:

Pathways Bill Paves the Way for a Reliable, Affordable Western Grid

On Friday, September 19, 2025, AB 825, also known as "Pathways bill," was signed into law. On our blog, United's Leah Rubin Shen outlines how this bill paves the way for California to take part in an…

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 10d

This week, be sure to catch TAEBA's Matt Boms at the VPP USA 2025 Conference in Houston (9/29-30) for 2 panels: “The Advantages of VPPs for Customers, Energy Provisors, & the Community Impact" & "Scaling VPPs: Lessons from Texas for a Resilient, Distributed Energy Future."

Register: buff.ly/6o8mPdb

Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 12d

United is excited to sponsor the Forth Roadmap Conference in Detroit (Oct. 14-16)! Whether you’re looking to exchange ideas or forge new partnerships, this event provides a prime opportunity to connect with industry experts across the electrification spectrum.

Sign up today: buff.ly/v86WKmh

Forth Roadmap Conference

The United States' leading electric transportation conference, where leaders convene to transform how people and goods move.

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 12d

“VPPs have a huge potential in a state like Illinois, where there are already many capable devices — like smart thermostats and solar systems which can pair with storage — increasing in number at a rate we can accelerate,” United’s Samarth Medakkar told Kari Lydersen.

Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 12d

Illinois homeowners and businesses could save money on their utility bills while also helping the state meet growing energy demands.

Here’s how --> www.canarymedia.com/articles/vir...

Virtual power plants may soon provide more electricity to Illinois’…

The state has tons of solar, thanks to past laws. Now, legislators are weighing incentives for home batteries that can give the grid clean power in times…

www.canarymedia.com

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Advanced Energy United @advancedenergyunited.org · 13d

During New York Climate Week, United’s Kristina Persaud joined a panel hosted by @ceresorg.bsky.social, where she shared her insights into the shifting policies & growing infrastructure demands surrounding EVs.

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