ACEEE | ACEEE Ally Program

You or your organization can join the Ally Program. ACEEE thanks our Allies for their commitment to our shared cause. The Ally Program

provides special opportunities to help shape our energy efficiency research and policy agenda. Ally members gain enhanced access to a unique center of expertise in our field, and valuable networking opportunities to learn from peers and other experts. Ally support gives ACEEE vital funds for cutting-edge efforts in research and policy arenas.

Click here to view a list of the current members of ACEEE's Ally Program.

If you believe that energy efficiency is vital to our energy security, economic strength, and environmental health… If you view energy efficiency as the “first fuel” in the race for clean and secure energy… If you want to make a difference regardfing one of the great challenges of our time… If energy efficiency is connected to your organization’s mission… If you want to support the country’s leading energy efficiency research and policy organization… Then you should consider becoming an ACEEE Ally.

Our Vision and Mission

The United States can achieve greater economic prosperity, energy security, and environmental protection by harnessing the full potential of energy efficiency.

ACEEE acts as a catalyst to advance energy efficiency policies, programs, technologies, investments, and behaviors.

What Is the ACEEE Ally Program?

Initiated in 2007, the Ally Program provides a forum for friends and colleagues to help support our important mission and jointly advance the broad vision of an energy-efficient future. Many diverse organizations have chosen to support ACEEE’s cutting-edge work through the Ally Program. Allies gain access to a national center of expertise as well as unique opportunities to help shape the nation’s energy efficiency research and policy agenda. Allies also learn from peers and other experts about the latest trends and issues in energy efficiency.

What Are the Benefits of Becoming an ACEEE Ally?

Allies get the best information available on energy efficiency markets, technology and policy. They also receive member-only invitations to special events, Webinars, policy briefings, receptions, and other networking opportunities. As an Ally you’ll receive:

Public recognition via ACEEE’s Web site and annual report.
Information services on selected ACEEE research and information trends through periodic conference calls, special online communication bulletins, and advance notice of publications and occasional special briefings on key regulatory and policy issues.
Enhanced conference benefits, including conference sponsorships, free registrations, and increased recognition opportunities.
Access to a network of energy efficiency experts, leaders and decision-makers.

Participation Levels

Friend ($1,000). Open to 501(c)(3) non-profits and individualsthat have a similar mission to ACEEE and want to get the best information available on energy efficiency technology and policy.
Sustainer ($2,500). For organizations that want to support ACEEE and receive the basic level of benefits. Sustainers typically have a similar mission to ACEEE and want access to our leading edge information on energy efficiency technology and policy.
Partner ($5,000). Partner level participation is a good option for organizations that are active players in the energy efficiency community and would like to sponsor one ACEEE conference each year.
Leader ($10,000). For organizations that can do more, and would prefer a larger presence at two ACEEE conferences, as well as participation in the Ally Circle. Leaders also receive rapid-response analysis on fast-moving issues and gain market intelligence on current trends.
Pathfinder ($20,000). The highest level provides the greatest financial support to ACEEE, as well as increased recognition and customized information services. Pathfinders are also part of the Ally Circle and receive cutting-edge information and one tailored briefing each year.

Ally Circle

All Leader and Pathfinder members are also included in the Ally Circle. This group of our largest supporters receives several additional benefits that further enhance the value of participation.

Annual Ally Circle Retreat and Networking Dinner. The Ally Circle will meet annually to discuss policy trends, market forecasting, and new developments. This exclusive meeting is intended to provide long-range strategic planning ideas for business and industry leaders. Members of the Ally Circle will also be asked to provide input into the ACEEE research and policy agenda. The one-day meeting will conclude with a networking dinner to further strengthen the collegial relationships and provide opportunities to discuss new ventures.

Ally Circle Research Paper. Once a year, the Ally Circle group will have the opportunity to choose a strategic topic for one special ACEEE research paper. Ally Circle members will be individually recognized as the project sponsors of the final report. Leader members will have input on potential topics, while members at the Pathfinder Level will work with ACEEE staff to select the final topic.

E-mail Alerts from Steve Nadel. Ally Circle members will receive special e-mail alerts from Executive Director Steve Nadel on emerging policy activities at the state and federal level.

On-Site Consultation by ACEEE Senior Staff. Once a year, Pathfinder members are eligible for an on-site (domestic location) full-day briefing by an ACEEE senior staff member on a topic of their choice.

Ally Program Benefits

Ally membership is handled on a calendar-year basis (January – December) and active organizations are eligible for the benefits listed below. Please note that unused benefits may not be carried forward into a future year. For new organizations that join the Ally program late in the year, pro-rated contributions can be arranged.

	FRIEND* $1,000	SUSTAINER $2,500	PARTNER $5,000	ALLY CIRCLE
	FRIEND* $1,000	SUSTAINER $2,500	PARTNER $5,000	LEADER $10,000	PATHFINDER $20,000
Listed on ACEEE Web Site
Participate in Webinars and other Briefings
Receive Recognition as a Conference Sponsor			Choose 1 conference and be listed at the $2,500 sponsorship level, plus receive 1 free conference registration.	Choose 2 conferences and be listed at the $2,500 level (or 1 at the $5,000 level), plus receive a total of 3 free registrations.	Choose 2 conferences and be listed at the $2,500 level (or 1 at $5,000), plus receive a total of 5 free registrations and space for a display.
Attend Annual Ally Circle Retreat and Networking Dinner
Receive E-Mail Alerts from Steve Nadel
Co-Sponsor Ally Circle Research Paper
Receive On-Site Consultation by ACEEE Senior Staff

*The Friend level is for government agencies, nonprofit organizations that are designated as 501(c)(3) organizations by the Internal Revenue Service, and individuals.

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