The accolades will be presented during the opening reception of the SOLAR 2026 conference on October 19 at the Palmer Events Center. ASES Board Chair Karen Soares emphasized that the recipients represent the practical application of local policy and community-focused programs necessary to reach measurable clean energy targets.
American Solar Energy Society Names Six Austin Clean Energy Leaders
Six prominent figures driving the energy transition in Austin and Travis County will receive inaugural honors from the American Solar Energy Society. These awards recognize specific contributions to municipal utility implementation, policy, community equity, and education, highlighting the region's role in advancing sustainable infrastructure ahead of the SOLAR 2026 conference.
The 2026 honorees include Austin Mayor Kirk Watson, recognized for host-city leadership, and State Senator Sarah Eckhardt, who receives the award for policy development. Other recipients include Stuart Reilly of Austin Energy for utility implementation, Kecia Prince of the Strategic Housing Finance Corporation for equity initiatives, Darien Clary of Austin ISD for educational innovation, and Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea for regional renewable energy leadership. The conference continues through October 21, gathering industry professionals and advocates to discuss the future of sustainable deployment.
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