Author: MCEC Team     Published:  September 21, 2025  Maryland Clean Energy Center

2025 Maryland Clean Energy Summit Agenda

This year’s event will feature two full days of programming covering topics from investing in infrastructure to reducing costs for consumers and more! View the full schedule of events to see what is in store for the 2025 Maryland Clean Energy Summit.

Day 1 Tuesday, October 14

 10:00am – 11:00am

  • Location: Conference Center Lobby

Event Check-in & Networking

Check-in and connect with industry leaders and legislators.

 

 11:00am – 12:30pm

  • Location: General Vessey Ballroom
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Summit Kickoff: Welcome, Guest Speaker, Tech Showcase

Join us for the official kickoff of the 2025 Maryland Clean Energy Summit! Hear welcoming remarks from Maryland Clean Energy Center Executive Director Kathy Magruder and a special guest, Maryland Public Service Commission Chairman Fred Hoover. Afterward, get an exclusive look at the future of clean energy with short presentations from Maryland Energy Innovation Accelerator startups.
Speakers:

 12:30pm – 1:45pm

  • Location: Chesapeake Ballroom

Buffet Luncheon

Enjoy a buffet luncheon featuring locally sourced dishes cultivated through sustainable practices.

 1:30pm – 4:00pm

  • Location: Conference Room 2110
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MEIA Climate Tech Exchange

Join the Maryland Energy Innovation Accelerator (MEIA) on October 14 for the 2025 Climate Tech Exchange. This event, part of the summit’s day-one programming, brings together climate tech leaders, innovators, and financiers to explore current MEIA startups and the state of climate tech in Maryland. The event will be followed by a networking reception.

 2:00pm – 4:00pm

  • Location: Conference Room 2101
Sponsored by:Roundtable I: Balancing Energy & Economic Development
As Maryland experiences increasing energy demand, how do we ensure reliable power while attracting and retaining businesses in an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence and data centers that power it? AI may be powering a new era of innovation — from climate modeling to carbon capturing — but it comes with a steep environmental price. Join industry leaders as they explore strategies for balancing economic growth with energy infrastructure needs.
  
Speakers:

 2:00pm – 4:00pm

  • Location: Conference Room 0101
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Sponsored by:Roundtable II: Investing in Energy Infrastructure
This discussion will highlight resource adequacy, Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and investments in resilient infrastructure can ensure reliability and capacity to meet the energy needs in Maryland. The energy future in Maryland depends on strategic investments in generation capacity. This session will explore grid modernization opportunities including renewable energy, energy storage, and other emerging technologies to ensure long-term reliability and safety; as well as plans for transmission and distribution to achieve the right balance of supply, demand, and sustainability.

Speakers:

 2:00pm – 4:00pm

  • Location: Conference Room 0105
Sponsored by:Roundtable III: Addressing the Affordability Challenge for Consumers
With rising energy costs, how can consumers access affordable and sustainable energy solutions? Experts will explore conservation strategies, energy efficiency programs, virtual power plants, demand response technologies, and the future of the EMPOWER program.

Speakers:

 2:00pm – 4:00pm

  • Location: Conference Room 1105

Roundtable IV: Tipping the Scales on Sustainable Transportation

Electric vehicles, public transit, and sustainable fuels are reshaping transportation. This session will examine planning, funding, and financing strategies to support the transition to a cleaner, more efficient transportation system in Maryland.

Speakers:

 2:00pm – 4:00pm

  • Location: Conference Room 2115
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Roundtable V: Advancing Building Energy Performance & Resilience
Improving building performance is key to energy efficiency and resilience. Learn how policies like Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS), virtual power plants, energy storage, and security initiatives are driving progress in the built environment.

Speakers:

  •  2:00pm – 4:00pmLocation: Conference Room 2116
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Roundtable VI: What’s the Plan? Creating a Comprehensive Energy Strategy for Maryland

Join us for a forward-looking discussion focused on shaping a comprehensive energy strategy for the state of Maryland. We’ll explore how to effectively align ambitious climate change goals with practical energy transition pathways. A key focus will address financing challenges and opportunities, examining strategies to fund both clean energy deployment and climate adaptation. We will specifically consider the implications and potential leverage of recent legislation, including the Renewable Energy Act and the Next Generation Energy, in achieving these goals.

Speakers:

 2:50pm – 3:05pm

  • Location: Conference Center 2nd Floor Landing
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Networking Break

Take a break, grab a cookie, and connect with your peers.

 4:15pm – 5:15pm

  • Location: Various LocatiSponsored by:

Legislator/Public Service Commission Meet & Greet

This is your opportunity to catch the ear of Maryland decisionmakers. Secure brief windows with legislators and representatives from the Maryland Public Service Commission to discuss your most pressing energy issues.

Speakers:

 4:30pm – 6:00pm

  • Location: Hall of Distinction & Patio
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Networking Reception

This popular happy hour offers a prime opportunity to connect with industry leaders and legislators.

 6:00pm – 8:30pm

  • Location: Patuxent Ballroom
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Partner Dinner (Additional Ticket Required)

This exclusive, ticketed dinner brings together key supporters of the Maryland Clean Energy Center for a plated meal and remarks from legislators, utility representatives, and industry experts. Space is limited; sponsor the event or purchase your ticket early to secure your place. Secure your event add-on when purchasing your full-conference or day-one ticket.

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