CLEAN
Supporting policies that promote clean, sustainable energy practices that power the next generation
RELIABLE
Getting consumers the energy and utilities they need to power their daily lives.
AFFORDABLE
Fighting for energy and utiliy practices that benefit the ratepayer and bring fairly priced energy to all.
AMERICAN
Helping to create energy jobs and policy that aid both the state and American economy.
About Us
Educating the public about the need for energy policies that protect the environment, protect the ratepayer, and improve the state’s economy.
Learn more from Coalition Chairman, Dr. Edward Salmon
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With countless years of experience across government, public, and private sectors, our team is poised to address New Jersey’s growing energy needs.
Dr. Edward Salmon
Chairman Emeritus
Dr. Edward Salmon has more than 40 years of experience in government, education, and more than 29 years of public and private sector experience. He has served in the Governer’s Cabinet, as President of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, Assemblyman, Freeholder, Mayor, President/CEO of AUS, Inc., and Founder/Chairman of Salmon Ventures Limited.
Kimberly Schalek Downes
Chairman
Kimberly Schalek Downes has more than 29 years of public and private sector experience in increasing responsibility in the area of governmental and regulatory relations. As well as being the Secretary and Treasurer of the Coalition, Mrs. Schalek-Downes has been with Salmon Ventures Limited since its founding in 2003.
Erick Ford
President
Erick Ford is considered one of New Jersey’s leading thought leaders for energy. He is the President of the NJ Energy Coalition, Chair of NJ Society for Economic, Environmental Development’s (NJSEED) energy committee, was the confidential aide to the President of the NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU), and confidential aide another NJBPU Commissioner. Prior to entering public service, Erick worked in the corporate world and in Washington, D.C. Erick has a keen understanding of the nexus of good government policy and business.
June Campbell
Senior Executive Assistant
June Campbell has been with Salmon Ventures, Limited and the New Jersey Energy Coalition for 10 years as Executive Assistant. Under this role, June has provided executive support to the Chairman and President.
Florie Hulbert
Director, Communications & Member Outreach
Florence Hulbert graduated from Stockton University in 2021, where she recieved a Bachelor’s of Art in Political Science and a Bachelor’s of Science in Mathematics. During her time at Stockton, she interned for both the NJEC and Salmon Ventures Limited while also serving in various leadership positions on the University Student Senate, Mock Trial Team, and Model UN club. Florence currently attends Rutgers School of Law in Camden.
Coalition Members
The Coalition’s membership is comprised of state and local leaders as well as organizations representing the environmental, business, healthcare, labor, consumer, academic, and civic communities.
Atlantic City Electric
Atlantic City Electric, a subsidiary of Exelon Corporation (NYSE: EXC), delivers safe, reliable, and affordable electric service to more than 547,000 customers in eight southern New Jersey counties.
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Constellation Energy
Constellation is the nation’s largest producer of carbon-free energy and sustainable solutions to millions of homes, institutional customers, the public sector, community aggregations and businesses, including three fourths of Fortune 100 companies.
EAS Carpenters
The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters represents more than 43,000 members across New Jersey, Delaware, West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and 10 counties in North Carolina and the District of Columbia.
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Enbridge
Enbridge operates the world’s longest crude oil and liquids transportation system. They are also a North American leader in the gathering, transportation, processing and storage of natural gas, and have an increasing involvement in power transmission.
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Fuel Cell Energy
FuelCell Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCEL) is a global leader in delivering clean, efficient and affordable fuel cell solutions configured for the supply, recovery and storage of energy. We provide comprehensive turn-key solutions for our customers that include everything from the design and installation of a project to the long-term operation and maintenance of the fuel cell system.
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Genova Burns
Genova Burns is an innovative mid-size law firm. For 30 years, Genova Burns has partnered with companies, businesses, trade associations, and government entities, from around the globe, on matters in New Jersey and the greater northeast corridor between New York City and Washington, D.C.
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IBEW Local 94
IBEW local 94 is the largest local union operating withing PSEG in New Jersey. Regular monthly meetings allow members to meet and speak directly with officers and be informed of local policies and affairs that affect the union.
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New Jersey Natural Gas
New Jersey Natural Gas is a New Jersey Resources company dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and competitively priced natural gas services including transportation, distribution, and asset management.
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Orange & Rockland
Located in the northwestern suburbs of New York City, our electric and gas service provides energy for 745,000 people in six counties in New York and northern New Jersey. Founded as the Rockland Light & Power Co. in Nyack, NY in 1899, we merged with Orange and Rockland Electric Company in 1958 and became Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. With our subsidiary, Rockland Electric Company, we became wholly owned by Consolidated Edison, Inc. in 1999.
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PSEG
PSEG is a diversified energy company. Established in 1903, the company has long had a key role in fueling New Jersey’s economy and supporting the state’s quality of life. Public Service Electric and Gas (PSE&G) is New Jersey’s largest provider of electric and gas service – serving 2.2 million electric customers and 1.8 million gas customers or nearly three out of every four people in the state.
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South Jersey Industries
South Jersey Industries serves customers in 112 municipalities spanning over 2,500 square miles, or one-third of the geographic area of New Jersey. . The majority of new home construction on their mains choose to heat with natural gas.
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WESCO
WESCO is a provider of electrical, industrial, and communications maintenance, construction materials, and advanced supply chain management and logistic services. The publicly traded Fortune 500 Company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and employs 9,200 people and serves over 75,000 customers worldwide.
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NRG
NRG is a large and resourceful, capable, and nimble — a Fortune 200 company with a solid foundation and a restless quest to move forward. NRG is doing so by keeping an eye squarely on customers, bringing them powerful new solutions that make their lives easier, simpler, and more predictable so they can pursue their own paths forward.
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IBEW Local 1289
NJ Laborers International Union of North America
Ron Jaworski Management
United Association of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 9
Join the Coalition
Tap into our network to leverage a credible, independent, third party voice that is a proven success in educating the public, media, and policymakers on energy issues.
Benefits of Membership
NETWORKING
Networking opportunities and events with New Jersey industry and government.
ADVOCACY
Third party advocacy, educational outreach, and generation of grassroots support.
MEDIA OUTREACH
Media outreach, rapid response to breaking news stories, and frequent alerts on energy issues.
NEWSLETTER
Access to our electronic newsletter to keep you informed and up to date.
WEBSITE
Use of our website as a third party resource for member initiatives
DISCOUNTS
Discounted rates for Energy Coalition events.
JOIN US
To join or request more information, send an email to Florence Hulbert at:
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Be sure to include your name, business, and contact information in your email.
CONTACT A MEMBER
To contact the Coalition directly, call us at: 856 – 825– 1806
Testimonials
“The New Jersey Energy Coalition has been a strong and successful partner, both when I was in government service and now in private practice. The breadth and diversity of experience, ideas, and knowledge found in the organization, in both leadership and its members, has been helpful in all aspects of my utility career. I look forward to continuing to work with them as the State continues its ongoing transition and extension of the energy industry.”
Kenneth Sheehan
Counsel,
Genova Burns
The New Jersey Energy Coalition has been a great investment for us. As part of this long standing, premier organization we have been able to leverage the coalition for advocacy on important legislative and regulatory matters, get timely insight on energy issues in New Jersey and on the Federal level and develop business opportunities with and from other members.
Ian Michel
Partner
Intersect Energy, LLC
Getting involved in the New Jersey Energy Coalition (NJEC) has been invaluable. Not only do I credit NJEC’s frequent and timely events and communications for keeping me up-to-speed on all that is happening in the New Jersey energy world, but I have also found NJEC staff to be an amazing and accessible resource. NJEC truly puts its members first and creates varied opportunities for us to learn from the experts and from one another (many of whom are experts in their own right!).
Rebecca Moll Freed
Partner
K&L Gates, LLP
The New Jersey Energy Coalition continues to be a strong and credible voice for our industry. The Coalition and their team certainly make great spokespeople for the issues critical to us.
Susan Coan
Vice President,
Atlantic City Electric
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