​Electrifying America for the 21st Century

​A 10-year initiative to accelerate the shift to an electric economy.

​Join fellow state and industry leaders for the inaugural Electric Innovation Awards—a celebration of the latest innovative technologies, projects and policies electrifying the economy to create new jobs, catalyze new investment, reduce the cost of living, cut emissions, and keep America competitive in the 21st century.

​From bipartisan policy innovation to electrified fleets, buildings, farm equipment, and community infrastructure, we’ll spotlight four outstanding winners with $10K prizes and year-round support—including storytelling, policy connections, site visits, and strategic partnerships.

​The Awards Ceremony

​An inspiring evening of celebration and connection, featuring:

​– Dynamic remarks on the future of U.S. electrification
– Awards presentation and live storytelling
– Networking with cross-sector clean energy leaders and policymakers
– Delicious food and drinks by Major Food Group

​Confirmed Speakers:

​Additional speakers, including our winning teams, to be added in the coming week

​– Jennifer Granholm, Former U.S. Secretary of Energy, Senior Counselor
– David Hochschild, Chair, California Energy Commission
– Chris Lee, State Senator (HI) & President, National Caucus of Environmental Legislators
– Doreen M. Harris, President & CEO, NYSERDA
– Pedro J. Pizarro, CEO of Edison International
– Caroline Choi, EVP, Public Policy & Corporate Affairs, Southern California Edison
– Carla Peterman, EVP, Corporate Affairs, PG&E

​Awards & Selection

​Winners will be selected by a distinguished committee of leaders from government, industry, and philanthropy, with award categories that reflect the breadth of innovation across the electrification movement.

​About the Initiative

​The Electric Innovation Awards are part of a decade-long effort to scale electrification solutions across the U.S. through public recognition, partnerships, policy activation, and storytelling.

​Request an invitation

​Join us for this milestone moment at New York Climate Week and help chart the path to an electrified American future.