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The Energy & Environment Conference brings business leaders together to discuss and understand regulations, policies, and best practices shaping the state’s energy and environmental landscape. The conference delivers timely insights into compliance requirements and policy developments that impact business operations. Through expert-led sessions, attendees gain meaningful guidance to manage risk, stay ahead of regulatory change, and identify opportunities for growth.
| Tuesday, October 27 | |
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| 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. |
Registration |
| 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. |
Welcoming Remarks |
| 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
NYS Energy System: Status and Options A review of New York’s electric power and natural gas systems and what the state needs to do to assure adequate, reliable and affordable energy within the context of CLCPA and other mandates, and a discussion of the state’s most pressing energy investment needs. Moderator:
Panelists:
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12:00 - 1:30 pm. |
Luncheon & Featured Speaker
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| 1:45 - 2:30 p.m. |
Building Renewables - Incentives and Opportunities This will explore progress to date and next steps toward achieving the state’s renewable energy goals, as well as opportunities for businesses to invest in renewable generation to address their own electric power needs, and how state policies and incentives could impact these actions. Moderator:
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| 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
Energy, Environment and Economic Development Data Centers and Other Large Projects – Recent actions – including legislation, Executive Orders and PSC proceedings – are exploring new approaches to addressing how significant energy loads are reviewed and approved in New York State, raising important policy issues for a wide range of businesses. This session will explore those proposals and discuss business’ response, and discuss how the state can accommodate new large loads without imposing significant new burdens on projects, or cost-shifts to other sectors. Moderator:
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| 3:30 - 3:45 p.m. | Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream & Refreshment Break |
| 3:45 - 5:00 p.m. |
DEC Environmental Quality/Regulatory Program Updates In this recurring session, the heads of the Departments environmental quality regulatory and enforcement programs will provide an overview of recent activities and future priorities. Moderator:
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| 5:00 p.m. | Wrap-Up / Adjourn |
| 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
Welcome Reception |
| Wednesday, October 28 | |
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| 8:00 - 8:45 a.m. | Registration Continental Breakfast |
| 8:45 a.m. |
Welcome and Announcement |
| 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. |
CLCPA Amendments and Path Forward Moderator:
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| 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. |
Small Business Environmental Support Update
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| 10:30 - 10:45 a.m. | Refreshment Break |
| 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. |
SEQRA, Wetlands and other Land Use Issues In 2026, major programs governing land use were impacted by legislative changes and judicial decisions – addressing concerns raised regarding the impact of state regulatory programs on private and public sector investments. This session will explore those changes, their impact on project reviews and additional pro-growth policy options. Moderator:
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| 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
Luncheon & Keynote Address
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| 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. |
Environmental Justice and Community Engagement This session will explore a number of environmental equity initiatives, including the newly appointed Permanent Environmental Justice Advisory Group, the development of state-wide agency EJ policies, SEQRA rule changes, the status of “Chapter 49” and implementation rules, and recent developments in EJ and disadvantaged community impact assessments. Moderator:
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| 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Federal Update- US EPA and Congressional Initiatives
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| 3:00 - 3:15 p.m. |
Refreshment Break |
| 3:15 - 4:00 p.m. |
Legislative Update: 2026 Review & Key Issues for 2027 Our annual business lobbyist roundtable will provide a review of 2026 and talk about the politics and key policy issues for the 2027 state legislative session. Moderator:
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| 4:00 - 4:15 p.m. |
Closing Remarks |
| Full Registration | Before 10/9/26 | After 10/9/26 |
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| Member | $449 | $499 |
| Non-Member | $549 | $599 |
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Can't make it to the full conference? Single Day and single event pricing are also available
Single Day Pricing- not available through online registration. Must email or call Maribeth Riley to register at single day rate.
| Daily Prices- Member | Before 10/9/26 | After 10/9/26 |
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| Tuesday Only | $269 | $299 |
| Wednesday Only | $199 | $229 |
| Daily Prices- Non-Member | Before 10/9/26 | After 10/9/26 |
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| Tuesday Only | $319 | $349 |
| Wednesday Only | $249 | $279 |
*Single event pricing is also available. Attend our welcome reception, luncheon or sessions. Please contact Maribeth Riley at (518) 694-4468 to register.
Cancellation & Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration up to October 9th. You will be refunded, less a $75 processing fee. Cancellations received on or after October 10th will not be eligible for a refund. The Business Council encourages you to send a substitute in your place if you cannot attend..
SPONSORS
| Premier |
SOLD OUT |
| Lunch (Two Available) |
$4,000 |
| Silver |
$3,000 |
| Continental Breakfast (Two Available) |
$2,500 |
| Wine at Reception | $2,000 |
| Bronze |
$2,000 |
| Gold | $5,000 |
| Welcome Reception |
$3,000 |
| Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Break |
SOLD OUT |
| Refreshment Station (Tuesday and Wed PM Available) |
$2,000 |
| Session | $1,000 |
Become a sponsor of the Energy and Environment Conference to show your organization's commitment to environmental responsibility and gain visibility with business leaders, regulators, and sustainability professionals. It's a great opportunity to showcase your commitment to sustainability and influence the future of environmental policy and business practices.
EXHIBITORS
Showcase what makes your organization among the best New York has to offer. Our exhibits will be open throughout the Conference. We build in exclusive time for attendees to mingle with exhibitors and where else can you put your product and brand in front of the state’s leading environmental voices? Nowhere! Exhibitors receive one complimentary registration, plus up to two discounted registrations. and you get access to pre-and-post Conference Attendee lists.
Exhibitor Benefits:
- Includes one skirted table, two chairs, electric and internet access
- One complimentary registration, plus up to two discounted registrations
- Access to post conference attendee lists
- Recognition in promotional emails leading up to conference
- Opportunity to give away promotional item at exhibit booth. Item provided by exhibitor.
- Company logo on conference website and BCNYS event app.
Standard Table
Member Price $1,500
Non-Member Price $1,875
Our room block cut off date is Wednesday, October 21. Please book directly through The Landings Hotel at the link below.
To make reservations, please follow the instructions below.
Instructions:
1: Visit www.TheLandingHotelNY.com
2. Select 'Book Online Now'
3. Enter the assigned Group Code EEC1026 and click Search.
4. Select Group
5. Select Check In and Check Out Date
6. Select 'Show Rooms'
7. Choose Room Type and Complete Reservation
If you have any issues please reach out to the call center team at (518) 579-8800 for assistance.
Click Here to Reserve Your Hotel Room