Register Now for the Renewable Energy Alliance Houston REAL IMPACT ’26: Energy Leadership Conference – Aug 18, 2026 – Houston, TX

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM–6:30 PM
Junior League of Houston
1811 Briar Oaks Lane
Houston, TX 77027

About the Conference

Join the Renewable Energy Alliance of Houston for REAL IMPACT ’26, an annual conference bringing together energy industry leaders, policymakers, business professionals, and community stakeholders to discuss the future of clean energy, infrastructure, innovation, and economic growth.

The conference will feature a keynote presentation, expert panel discussions, fireside chats, and networking opportunities with leaders from across the energy sector. A networking reception from 5:00–6:30 PM will provide an opportunity to continue the conversation and build new connections.

Space is limited, so register today to save your spot.

Featured Keynote Speaker

Jason Ryan

Executive Vice President, Regulatory Services and Government Affairs | CenterPoint Energy

Jason Ryan will share insights on the future of energy infrastructure, grid modernization, and the critical role utilities play in supporting continued economic growth. As Texas experiences unprecedented growth in energy demand, CenterPoint Energy is leading major transmission and infrastructure investments to strengthen grid reliability and support the state’s expanding energy needs.

Panel & Fireside Chat Speakers

• Viral Amin | Co-Chief Risk Officer | HASI
• Brian Chen | VP of Sales – Energy & Infrastructure and Houston Commercial | Stewart Title
• Scott Cockerham | Senior Managing Director | FTI Consulting
• Claude Colp | Chief Commercial Officer | Game Change Energy
• Jimmy Glotfelty | Former Commissioner | Texas Public Utilities Commission
• Brian Hayes | CEO | Key Capture Energy
• David Holt | President | Consumer Energy Alliance
• Elizabeth Kaiga | Chief Commercial Officer for Energy Systems | DNV
• Dawn Owens | SVP, Development and Commercial Markets | Fervo Energy
• Erika Taugher | Senior Director, Commercial Origination | Pattern Energy
• Hill Vaden | Executive Director, Financial and Capital Markets | S&P Global Energy
• Suresh Vasan | Partner, Credit and Capital Solutions | Galvanize Climate
• Gerry Willinger | Managing Director | Marathon Capital, LLC
• Nancy Zakhour | Board Member, Perma-Pipe | Advisor to Energy, Infrastructure & Clean Technology Companies

Join the Conversation

Join us on August 18 at the Junior League of Houston as industry experts discuss the grid, renewable energy development, data centers, and more.

Featured speakers include Erika Taugher Rietze of Pattern Energy, Viral Amin of HASI, Claude Colp of GameChange Energy, Scott Cockerham of FTI Consulting, and Brian Chen of Stewart Title.

Networking Reception

5:00–6:30 PM

Continue the conversation, connect with fellow energy professionals, and build new industry relationships during the evening networking reception.