NJUA - New Jersey Utilities Association

NJUA - New Jersey Utilities Association The statewide trade association for investor-owned utilities in NJ

ICYMI: Nine unsung heroes. Four Distinguished Service Awards. One industry that knows how to celebrate its own.At last m...
06/08/2026

ICYMI: Nine unsung heroes. Four Distinguished Service Awards. One industry that knows how to celebrate its own.

At last month’s NJUA annual conference, we honored nine utility professionals whose dedication, leadership, and service help keep New Jersey running every day.

Our new NJUA chair, Michele O’Connell, spoke on the incredible work this year's honorees are doing: “They’re the ones that are out there in the middle of the storms and doing all the work that really takes to keep the lights on. Without them, we don’t have a great company or a great industry.”

Congratulations to our Distinguished Service Award recipients:

Niki Allen - Elizabeth Town Gas, South Jersey Industries
Sam Kaplan - South Jersey Industries
Lauren D’Ambrosio - New Jersey Natural Gas
Sarah DeSandolo - New Jersey American Water
Shauntel Martinez - PSE&G
Sarah Jones - Rockland Electric Company
Adam Jones - Aqua, New Jersey
Nancy Rochford - Middlesex Water Company
Kathy Langella - Veolia

Thank you for your continued commitment to serving New Jersey’s utility customers and communities.

Learn more about the honorees here: https://binje.com/energy/nine-unsung-heroes-four-distinguished-service-awards-one-industry-that-knows-how-to-celebrate-its-own/

Just last week, attendees from across the tri-state area gathered in Jersey City for two days of engaging conversations ...
06/03/2026

Just last week, attendees from across the tri-state area gathered in Jersey City for two days of engaging conversations focused on advancing our communities through strategic utility innovation.

These insightful panel discussions would not have been possible without the expert leadership of our moderators, Raven Santana and Tom Bergeron, who joined panelists in exploring critical topics ranging from energy affordability to utility reform.

Thank you, Raven and Tom, for your dedication, expertise, and incredible work in creating an environment that fueled progress for the utility industry and the communities we serve.

For our last panelist of the conference, Raven Santana joined New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Chief of...
05/28/2026

For our last panelist of the conference, Raven Santana joined New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Chief of Staff Henry Gajda for a discussion on how the DEP works to be a collaborative partner with both the new administration and constituents.

Gajda emphasized that government works best when we all work together, and that understanding the experiences of New Jerseyans is key to taking proactive approaches to addressing our communities' needs.

As regulation evolves to focus on sustainable, reliable service, our top-industry experts share ways in which the utilit...
05/28/2026

As regulation evolves to focus on sustainable, reliable service, our top-industry experts share ways in which the utilities sector can modernize the business model to best serve our customers.

Thank you, Tom Bergeron, for leading Chris Raup (Con Edison), Jason Stephenson (American Water), and Andy Tubbs (Energy Association of Pennsylvania) in this insightful conversation.

Kicking off day 2 of our conference this morning with an expert panel featuring: Thomas A. Bracken (NJ Chamber of Commer...
05/28/2026

Kicking off day 2 of our conference this morning with an expert panel featuring: Thomas A. Bracken (NJ Chamber of Commerce), Raymond Cantor (NJBIA), Anthony Russo (NJ Commerce & Industry), James Kirkos (Meadowlands Chamber), John Harmon (African American Chamber), John Lucas (NJ Hispanic Chamber), with Moderator Raven Santana.

Panelists explored how the state is facing challenges and how the economy can remain strong through strategic growth and development.

Innovation is a critical aspect of the utility sector, and we were lucky to welcome Raven Santana back to the stage to l...
05/27/2026

Innovation is a critical aspect of the utility sector, and we were lucky to welcome Raven Santana back to the stage to lead a panel of expert leaders, including: Nick DiRocco (SJI), Patrick Migliaccio (NJNG), Rally Zerhouni, CPA, MBA (Middlesex Water), Dr. Shihab Kuran (Power Edison), and Michael Bange (BPU).

Panelists focused on expanding ways in which the utility industry can modernize energy sources to best serve our communities through efficient and affordable measures.

BINJE's Tom Bergeron led Kim Hanemann (PSEG), Mark McDonough (NJ American Water), Michael Renna (SJI) in an insightful d...
05/27/2026

BINJE's Tom Bergeron led Kim Hanemann (PSEG), Mark McDonough (NJ American Water), Michael Renna (SJI) in an insightful discussion regarding the Sherrill administration's efforts to reform and modernize our utility systems.

As we navigate an ever changing utility landscape, the Sherrill administration's commitment to increasing transparency and collaboration with constituents will be critical in strengthening our energy economy.

With the cost of living rising in the state, keeping utility bills affordable is top priority to ensure New Jerseyans ha...
05/27/2026

With the cost of living rising in the state, keeping utility bills affordable is top priority to ensure New Jerseyans have access to safe, quality energy systems to run their homes and businesses.

NJ PBS’s Raven Santana led, Christine Guhl-Sadovy (New Jersey Board of Public Utilities), Elizabeth Noll (Sherrill Administration), Jason Stanek (PJM), Joseph Accardo (PSEG), Teresa Reed (JCPL), Shaun Keegan (Solar Landscape), to discuss ways in which we can drive affordable energy to ease the burden on New Jersey communities.

We are honored to have Lieutenant Governor Dr. Dale Caldwell in Jersey City with us to deliver this morning's Keynote Ad...
05/27/2026

We are honored to have Lieutenant Governor Dr. Dale Caldwell in Jersey City with us to deliver this morning's Keynote Address!

As Lt. Governor Caldwell said, “utilities are foundational to New Jersey’s economic future,” and we look forward to working together to deliver the most reliable and affordable utility solutions to New Jerseyans.

Thank you to Jersey City Mayor James Solomon for welcoming in our 111th annual conference, right here in Jersey City! 💡🔌...
05/27/2026

Thank you to Jersey City Mayor James Solomon for welcoming in our 111th annual conference, right here in Jersey City! 💡🔌

We look forward to a full day of panels focussed on affordable energy and advancing utilities within New Jersey!

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