Check-in and networking begin at 8:00 AM—arrive early to grab a cup of coffee, connect with fellow attendees, and explore more than 50 vendors and exhibitors. It’s a great opportunity to make connections, discover innovative solutions, and get inspired before the Summit officially kicks off at 9:00 AM.

Data shows that renewables like solar and wind are now the new low-cost energy alternatives to fossil fuels. How do we use innovation, technology, and policy to lower ratepayer costs, drive climate-friendly solutions, and ensure a clean but affordable economy with an innovative, competitive edge.

• Linda Ball – President, Central Maine Power

• Dan Burgess – Acting Commissioner, Maine Department of Energy Resources

• Bradley Campbell – President, Conservation Law Foundation

• Michael Stoddard – Executive Director, Efficiency Maine Trust

While the pendulum of national climate priorities has swung away, it will swing back – the global market will require it. We need to be prepared to confront the challenges, capture the opportunities, and capture a competitive advantage on innovation and technology.

Deborah Bronk Ph.D. - President/Chief Executive Officer, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences

Georgina Campbell Flatter – CEO, Greentown Labs

Michael DuGuay – Commissioner, Maine Department of Economic & Community Development

David Stapp - CEO/CTO and Co-Founder, Peregrine Turbine Technologies

Join us as we proudly announce and celebrate the 2026 Climate Action Awards, recognizing Maine leaders and organizations making meaningful, measurable progress toward a more sustainable future.

Climate Catalyst Award

Climate Innovation Award

Climate Performance Award

Businesses that start now to navigate the complexities of climate action and sustainable practices in their operations, products, and services will obtain the resources necessary to help them grow, succeed and compete in a carbon-constrained economy. Climate action will enhance their brands’ reputation, resilience, and bottom lines.

• Mark Adams – President, Sebago Technics

• Andrew Frederick – CEO, Croft

• Richard Harrison – CEO, Standard Biocarbon Corporation

• Philip Jean - CEO, Piper Shores

 Big brands have teams, budgets, and time. Most Maine businesses don’t—and still need to act on climate. In this interactive Sustainability Council session, sustainability leaders from large companies will “scale down” their own projects, explaining how they would tackle the same goals with half the budget, limited staff, and fewer resources. Panelists will break their work into practical, first-step actions so small and mid-sized businesses leave with concrete, right-sized ideas they can afford to implement now.

Join us for a post-Summit reception co-hosted by E2Tech, featuring a beverage and great conversation—an easy, informal way to unwind, connect, and reflect after a full day of learning and engagement