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RECESS24 to Empower People of Color in Clean Energy Transition

Key Highlights:

  • RECESS24: September 9-11, 2024, at Huntington Place, Detroit, MI.

  • Theme: “SOS: Expediting Equity in Clean Energy.”

  • Key Speakers: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Shalanda Baker, and other influential leaders.

  • Notable Sponsors: The Kresge Foundation, Argonne National Laboratory, DTE Foundation, and others.

  • Special Events: Climate Mayor’s Panel and honoring over 50 local clean energy program graduates.

Source (Business Wire)

Notable Quote:

“There is tremendous momentum nationally around forging collaborations for projects and solutions to expedite the clean energy economy in a way that leaves no one behind.”

Carla Walker-Miller, Founder and CEO at Walker-Miller Energy Services

Our Take:

RECESS24 is set to be a landmark event in the clean energy sector, focusing on the critical issue of equity and inclusion. With high-profile speakers, a focus on actionable solutions, and the involvement of leading organizations, RECESS24 will serve as a pivotal platform for advancing the participation of people of color in the clean energy transition. This conference is not just a networking opportunity but a crucial gathering for those committed to ensuring that the benefits of clean energy are accessible to all. As the industry moves forward, the discussions and decisions made at RECESS24 could shape the future of equitable energy practices in the United States.