Jason Grumet
Chief Executive Officer
ACP
CLEANPOWER
The clean energy industry’s premier event, hosted by the clean energy industry's premier trade association
Thank you for joining us in Houston for #CLEANPOWER26!
8000
Attendees in 2026, +70% of whom are involved in final purchasing decisions
500
Exhibitors in 2026
200
Top speakers in 2026
50
U.S. states and 35+ countries represented by 2026 attendees
Exclusive insights that propel your business forward
CLEANPOWER unites policymakers, experts, and corporate leaders to solve the challenges none can solve alone.
Over the past year, clean energy accounted for more than 90% of all new power connected to the American grid. At ACP’s CLEANPOWER event, we’re charting our country’s energy future with top companies, experts, policymakers, and leaders across all types of energy.
CLEANPOWER brings the full clean energy value chain into one room. This must-attend conference is packed with cutting-edge discussions about wind, solar, storage, and transmission; dealmaking; networking; and fun.
2026 Recordings & Highlights
Houston marked an incredible year for CLEANPOWER, where the industry came together to navigate challenges and uncertainty with determination.
View the highlights below. Session recordings, sponsored by Unimacts, will be available for purchase soon.
2026 Featured Speakers
Kelly Veney Darnell
Chief Operating Officer, ACP
President, Clean Power Institute
Artealia Gilliard
Chief Communications Officer
ACP
Frank Macchiarola
Chief Advocacy Officer
ACP
JC Sandberg
Chief Policy Officer
ACP
David Carroll
Chief Executive Officer
ENGIE North America
Ken Young
President and Chief Executive Officer
Apex
Hunter Armistead
Chief Executive Officer
Pattern
Laura Beane
President
Vestas North America
Craig Cornelius
Chief Executive Officer
Clearway
BJ Ducey
President, Strategic Operations
Quanta Services
Sandhya Ganapathy
Chief Executive Officer
EDP Renewables North America
David Hardy
Global Chief Commercial Officer
GE Vernova Wind
George Hershman
Chief Executive Officer
SOLV Energy
Kevin Hostetler
Chief Executive Officer
Array Technologies
Susan Nickey
Executive Vice President & Chief Client Officer
HASI
Edward Sondey
Chief Executive Officer
Rev Renewables
John Zahurancik
Chief Customer Success Officer
Fluence
Dr. Ingmar Ritzenhofen
Chief Commercial Officer
RWE
The Honorable Rodney Ellis
Commissioner
Harris County (TX)
The Honorable Jehmal Hudson
Commissioner
Virginia State Corporation Commission
The Honorable Ann Rendahl
Commissioner
NARUC & Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission
The Honorable David Rosner
Commissioner
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
The Honorable Joseph Sullivan
Commissioner
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission
2026 Session Topics
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Build Your Network
CLEANPOWER is where the relationships that define careers and drive business forward are built.
Explore the pages below for highlights from daily events in Houston that connected every corner of our industry.
- Emerging Leaders Program
- PowerVets Veterans Program
- EmpowHER Program
- CLEANPOWER in Color
- First-Time Attendees
CLEANPOWER in Color
CLEANPOWER in Color
In an industry where people of color are often underrepresented, CLEANPOWER in Color tackles the distinct challenges and opportunities faced by individuals from a range of backgrounds and experiences. Attendees gained tailored tools, actionable strategies, and meaningful inspiration to support their career growth, strengthen their leadership, and help build a more inclusive clean power industry.
EmpowHER Luncheon
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | $225
The EmpowHER Luncheon at CLEANPOWER brought together leaders in clean energy for dynamic speakers, meaningful networking, and candid conversations on leadership, mentorship, and breaking barriers in the energy sector.
Designed for middle and upper management professionals, the luncheon created space to strengthen the community, share insights, and continue moving the industry forward.
Sponsored by:
Golf Tournament
Monday, June 1, 2026 | 6:30 AM
CLEANPOWER 2026 kicked off on the green with the Golf Tournament, a charity event that brought together conference attendees for networking, friendly competition, and a great cause.
Hosted by:
Power Up 5K Fun Run & 2.5K Walk
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 6:30 AM
Thank you to the 250+ attendees who joined us Wednesday morning for the CLEANPOWER 5K run and 2.5K walk around Houston. The morning brought colleagues together for movement, connection, and a fresh start to the day. 🏃
Sponsored by:
Clean Energy 101
Monday, June 1, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Members: $149; Non-Members: $199
The Clean Energy 101 gave attendees a primer on the fundamentals of utility-scale clean energy, including wind, solar, and energy storage. This engaging, interactive session helped participants build a stronger foundation for the specialized sessions and conversations taking place throughout the conference.
Opening Reception—Open to All Attendees
Monday, June 1, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
As one of the first networking events of the week, the Opening Reception brought the clean power community together to begin four days of conversation, connection, and industry engagement.
Sponsored by:
Poster Reception
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | E-Poster Gallery
Attendees explored innovative research, connected with presenters, and discussed the latest developments shaping the future of the clean energy industry during the Poster Reception.
2026 Best Booth Awards
The CLEANPOWER Best Booth Awards recognized exhibitors that made a lasting impression through creativity, engagement, and innovation. Winners were selected through attendee voting in the event app.
2026 Awards
The ACP Awards Presentation honored recipients of the Best Booth Awards, Emerging Leader Award, and PowerVets Veterans Leadership Award.
View the award criteria below:
- Emerging Leader Award
- PowerVets Veteran Leader Award
- EmpowHER Leadership Award
- CLEANPOWER in Color Champion Award
2026 Premier Sponsors
2026 Featured Sponsors
2026 Event Sponsors
2026 Media Partners
2026 Official Grassroots Engagement Partner
Watch Interviews from CLEANPOWER 2025
Click to watch insightful interviews with clean energy industry experts.
A Conversation with Dave Carroll of ENGIE North America
A Conversation with Ingmar Ritzenhofen of RWE Clean Energy
A Conversation with Jason Allen of Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC
A Conversation with Kleber Costa of AES Clean Energy
