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Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: L. Charlie Oliver

Founder

Equitable Infrastructure Week

l.charlieoliver@equitableinfrastructure.onmicrosoft.com

929.823.4700

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The Equitable Infrastructure Group (EIG) Announces Virtual Northeast Equitable Infrastructure Week (NEIW) Conference

"Empowering our Equity Fellows to connect the players, policies, and projects."

 

New York, NY – July 2, 2024 – The Equitable Infrastructure Group is thrilled to announce the Virtual Northeast Equitable Infrastructure Week Conference, set to take place from July 24 to July 25, 2024. This landmark event will bring together leaders, experts, and stakeholders from various sectors to discuss and promote equitable infrastructure development across the Northeast region of the United States.

 

The discussion will also showcase the latest data on sustainable practices and provide a platform to discuss the $28.78 trillion economy heavily reliant on infrastructure.

 

This year's conference will feature Joseph Bonsignore, President of SYSTRA USA, who will share insights on innovative transportation solutions. Attendees can participate in interactive workshops, network with peers, and explore the latest green technologies.

 

Confirmed Speakers: Northeast Equitable Infrastructure Week 2024

  • Ms. Alexis Pelosi, Senior Energy Advisor, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

  • Mr. Thomas J. Foley, Commissioner, New York City Department of Design & Construction

  • Mr. Joseph Bonsignore, President and CEO, SYSTRA

  • Ms. L. Charlie Oliver, Founder, Equitable Infrastructure Week

  • Mr. Jeremy Shannon, Co-Director, Climate Action & Sustainability Studio, Gensler

  • Ms. Doreen Harris, President, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority

  • Mr. Rory Christian, Chair and CEO of the New York State Public Service Commission

  • Ms. Jennifer Bloom Leone, Assistant Commissioner and Chief Sustainability Officer for New York City's Department of Housing Preservation & Development

  • ​​Mr. Justin E. Driscoll, President and Chief Executive Officer, New York Power Authority 

  • Ms. Makeda Marshall-NeSmith, Program Director, Enterprise Community Partners

 

Conference Highlights:

The Northeast Equitable Infrastructure Week Conference fosters dialogue and collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, and community advocates. It will explore the challenges and opportunities of creating inclusive, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure.

 

"We are excited to host this virtual conference and bring together diverse voices to discuss the future of equitable infrastructure in the Northeast," said L. Charlie Oliver, Founder of the Equitable Infrastructure Group. "We aim to highlight innovative projects and policies that can drive positive change and ensure that infrastructure development benefits all."

 

About Equitable Infrastructure Group: The Equitable Infrastructure Group is dedicated to promoting infrastructure development that is fair, inclusive, and sustainable. We work with stakeholders across sectors to advocate for policies and practices ensuring equitable infrastructure access and benefits.

 

Press can go to registration here.

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