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ROI Influencers: Power List 2026 — Energy & Environment

Often overlooked until disaster strikes, these sectors quietly keep businesses running.
This list profiles the top leaders and organizations focused on energy solutions and environmental stewardship.

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ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Phillip Brilliant

Phillip BrilliantPresidentBrilliant Environmental Services LLCAn Environmental expert, he brings over 30 years of experience and is a founding member of the NJ Site Remediation Licensing board.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Ray Cantor

Ray CantorDeputy Chief Government Affairs OfficerN.J. Business & Industry AssociationHe leads NJBIA’s advocacy efforts on environmental and energy policy, guiding regulatory engagement and a legislative strategy for the state’s largest business association.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Robert Carvalho

Robert CarvalhoPresident/CEOEAI Inc.A certified geologist, he oversees EAI, a specialized environmental contracting and consulting firm.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Amy Cradic

Amy CradicSenior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Non-Utility Businesses, Strategy and External AffairsNew Jersey ResourcesShe is responsible for providing leadership, management and vision to NJR Clean Energy Ventures, NJR Energy Services and NJR Midstream.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Eric DeGesero

Eric DeGeseroExecutive vice presidentFuel Merchants of New JerseyHe represents FMANJ and The Propane Gas Association in Trenton, challenging policies that restrict fossil fuel use.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — John Griffith

John GriffithPresident and Chief Executive OfficerAmerican Water Works Company Inc.He oversees a team of 6.700 professionals who provide service to 14 million people in 24 states.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Christine Guhl-Sadovy

Christine Guhl-SadovyPresidentN.J. Board of Public UtilitiesShe leads NJBPU, a state agency that regulates essential utility services, ensuring they are safe and reasonably priced for New Jersey consumers.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Dennis Hart

Dennis HartExecutive directorChemistry Council of N.J.He is a veteran lobbyist and advocate with 40 plus years of experience in environmental policy, regulation and infrastructure.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Rich Henning

Rich HenningPresident and CEON.J. Utilities AssociationHe directs policy and advocacy for the state’s trade association for utilities. He is recognized as a leading voice in the NJ energy sector.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Doug Hritz

Doug HritzSenior vice presidentRiver Crossing Strategy GroupHe advises clients on navigating the complexities of government and politics in New Jersey. He is the chair of River Crossing’s Renewable Energy Practice Group an Co-Chair of the firm’s Legislative Practice Group.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Shaun Keegan

Shaun KeeganCo-founder & CEOSolar LandscapeHe specializes in vertical integration, handling everything from leasing and financing to construction and operation of solar assets. Solar Landscape is a leading commercial rooftop solar developer.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Jerry Keenan

Jerry KeenanPresidentN.J. Alliance for ActionHe oversees efforts to promote construction, secure funding, and foster economic growth.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Brian Lipman

Brian LipmanDirectorDivision of Rate CounselHe represents the interests of residents and businesses in dealing with regulated public utilities and insurance firms.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Mark McDonough

Mark McDonoughPresidentN.J. American WaterThey are the state’s largest regulated, investor-owned water and wastewater utility.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Charles “Chaz” McFeaters

Charles "Chaz" McFeaters President & chief nuclear officer PSEG Nuclear He oversees the safe and reliable operations of the PSEG Nuclear Fleet.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Patrick Migliaccio

Patrick MigliaccioSenior Vice President and Chief operating officerN.J. Natural GasHe is responsible for leading the utility’s strategic growth initiatives, infrastructure investments and decarbonization efforts.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Eric Miller

Eric Miller Executive director Governor's Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy A seasoned policy expert, he is a passionate advocate who has initiated high-impact policies across clean energy, building electrification and transportation.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Kyle Nolan

Kyle Nolan Vice President, Operational Improvement SJI He and the team partner with stakeholders to convert waste into renewable gas.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Paulina Banasiak O’Connor

Paulina Banasiak O'Connor Executive director N.J. Offshore Wind Alliance A veteran political strategist and lobbyist, she leads the industry-funded advocacy group to support the growth of the offshore wind sector of New Jersey.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Doug O’Malley

Doug O'Malley State Director Environment New Jersey He leads the organization’s mission is to protect clean air, clean water and open spaces.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Melissa Orsen

Melissa OrsenSenior vice president SJI & President and Chief Operations OfficerSJGSJI and SJI, a subsidiary, provides natural gas to customers across New Jersey.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Grace Power

Grace Power General counsel, EVP of government affairs Solar Landscape She directs the company’s legal and lobbying efforts nationally, with a focus on expanding commercial rooftop solar and community solar programs.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Mark Roman

Mark RomanPresidentEnvision EnvironmentalHe oversees this specialized environmental consulting and engineering firm who serves industrial, commercial and Fortune 100 clients, primarily focusing on managing environmental risks and liabilities.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Kris Singh

Kris SinghCEOHoltec InternationalHoltec is an energy-based technology company specializing in nuclear power solutions. Their New Jersey headquarters and major manufacturing plant are located in Camden.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Tracy Straka

Tracy StrakaExecutive vice presidentCreamer EnvironmentalShe serves as an environmental adviser to business and construction groups and serves a chair of the Environmental Business Council, the state’s largest environmental trade association.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Dennis Toft

Dennis ToftChairEnvironmental Law Group CSG LawHighly regarded for shaping NJ environmental policy, he is a leading expert in Brownfields Redevelopment.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Steve Westhoven

Steve WesthovenPresident and CEON.J. ResourcesUnder his leadership, NJR focuses on providing natural gas and clean energy services to over 569,0000 customers in New Jersey.

ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Energy & Environment — Chao Yan

Chao YanCo-Founder & CEOPrinceton NuEnergyHe developed a sustainable, low-cost, and low carbon method for recycling lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles and consumer electronics.

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