AESP leads a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to improving energy efficiency through learning, networking and knowledge sharing. Whether you are tasked with implementing demand-side management programs, or are specifically focused on the details of program evaluation, marketing, demand response, and EE technology, this is the digital spot to ask questions, trade ideas and lessons learned in this brave new world where a megawatts saved, is a megawatt earned.

AESP provides professional development programs, a network of energy practitioners, and promotes the transfer of knowledge and experience. Our members work in the energy services industry and represent electric and natural gas utilities, public benefits associations, regulatory and non-profit entities, vendors, manufacturers and consulting firms. 

We have topic committees, local chapters, online networking tools, a  monthly newsletter and much more. Discover the power of AESP!

AESP's Mission

Founded in 1989 as a not-for-profit association, AESP is a member-based association dedicated to improving the delivery and implementation of energy efficiency, energy management and distributed renewable resources. AESP provides professional development programs, a network of energy practitioners, and promotes the transfer of knowledge and experience.

AESP is a member-driven organization that provides:

• Professional Development and Topic Committees with the industry leaders sharing thoughts, expertise and opportunities, addressing some of the industry ’s most pressing issues today

• Tools and Information dedicated to advancing “best practices” from service concept through delivery resulting in increased service efficiency and effectiveness

• National Conferences, Brown Bag Webinars, Education, Training and Professional Papers for all levels of experience providing tangible, actionable information helping everyone do their jobs more effectively

• Networking to identify potential opportunities and partnerships