Emerging Leader Award
About
New in 2026, the ACP Emerging Leader Award recognizes an early-career professional under the age of 30 in the clean energy industry who has demonstrated outstanding promise as a leader within their organization or field.
Through innovative thinking, collaboration, and a strong commitment to professional growth, the recipient is already making meaningful contributions and helping shape the future of the industry. The Emerging Leader exemplifies initiative, forward-thinking ideas, and active engagement in advancing the mission and impact of their professional community.
This award will be presented on Thursday, June 4 at CLEANPOWER 2026 in Houston, TX.
Nomination Deadline: 11:59 PM, Sunday, May 10
Award Criteria
Nominees will be evaluated based on the following:
- Professional Impact
- Demonstrates meaningful contributions to projects, teams, or the broader clean energy industry
- Innovation & Initiative
- Applies creative thinking and takes initiative in addressing challenges
- Industry Engagement
- Actively participates in professional communities, mentorship, or industry initiatives
- Leadership Potential
- Shows strong potential to grow into a leadership role and positively influence others
- Emerging Leader
- Under the Age of 30, actively working in the clean energy industry
- ACP Membership
- Nominations are open to all, but strong preference will be given to employees of ACP Member companies. For information on your organization’s membership status, contact [email protected].