AEE National Capital Chapter upcoming events

Leadership Pathways in Energy & Environment (Thu, August 06, 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Join us for an empowering in-person panel discussion featuring leaders shaping the future of energy and the environment!

This event, presented by the Council on Women in Energy & Environmental Leadership (CWEEL) and the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) – National Capital Chapter, will highlight personal leadership journeys, challenges overcome, and valuable career advice from accomplished professionals across the sector.

Whether you're a student, young professional, or industry veteran, this conversation will offer meaningful perspectives and networking opportunities.

We're excited to introduce our panel:

Brooke Bey Smallwood⚡️(Moderator) will guide the conversation.

Rachael Nealer, Director at Atlas Public Policy. Rachael leads data-driven policy work on transportation electrification, climate, and infrastructure. She previously served as Acting Executive Director of the federal Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, where her team earned a 2023 DOE Secretarial Award. Ph.D., Carnegie Mellon.

Jana Adams, Executive Director of Touchstone Energy. Jana drives programming that helps electric cooperatives strengthen relationships with their member-owners. She brings decades of nonprofit leadership across wind energy, public power, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. MPA, George Mason.

Elizabeth Dutrow, Energy Consultant at ICF. Elizabeth led the EPA's ENERGY STAR program for industry through June 2025, engaging more than 800 corporations in energy management before beginning her next chapter as a consultant. Certified Energy Manager with a degree in chemistry.

Date & Time: August 6th, 2026 at 4 PM
Location: Lutron Center, 455 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 770, Washington DC, 20001
Networking Happy Hour: Immediately following the panel

We look forward to seeing you there!

Board Meeting 2026 Q3 (Thu, September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Thinking of getting more involved in AEE's operations and event planning? Want to network with AEE's board? All are welcome to join our quarterly board meeting. Virtual and in-person options are available (link sent after registration).

If attending in-person, plan to arrive ~11:00am to allow for some pre-meeting networking and setup. Virtual participants can hop on at 11:30am.

Join us after the board meeting for an exclusive tour of the Embassy of Sweden. Register for that tour here!

Embassy of Sweden Sustainability Tour (Thu, September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Join us for an exclusive, private tour of the Embassy of Sweden (House of Sweden) in Washington, D.C. This event offers a deep dive into Sweden’s aggressive decarbonization strategies, industrial green transitions, and the sustainable engineering behind its iconic waterfront embassy.

Following the tour, the group will gather nearby for a networking happy hour to discuss insights and connect with fellow professionals.

Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: House of Sweden, 2900 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Capacity: Limited to 20 participants - act fast!

Happy Hour: We will continue networking and discussions after the tour at Nick's Riverside Grill (3050 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007) with an informal Happy Hour, so stick around if you can!

Note: Registration is required, and a valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry.

AEE National Capital Chapter upcoming events

Leadership Pathways in Energy & Environment (Thu, August 06, 2026)

Board Meeting 2026 Q3 (Thu, September 10, 2026)

Embassy of Sweden Sustainability Tour (Thu, September 10, 2026)

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