Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced plans to build a new nuclear power plant in New York State—the first in a generation. On July 31 at 10 am, join us for a live conversation with the man responsible for building and operating that new nuclear facility—Justin Driscoll, President and CEO of New York Power Authority. Come hear about the latest technologies, project timelines and operating considerations for this fossil fuel-free approach to electrical generation. Get answers to your questions about the future of nuclear power in New York State.
The Future of New York Nuclear Power (w/ Justin Driscoll)
Join us for a live discussion on plans to utilize nuclear power in New York State.
- July 31, 2025
- 10:00 – 11:00 am
- Online/Webinar
Event Cost
- Non-member: $20
- Core Member (incl. Student & Emerging Professional): $10
- Trust & Leadership Level Member (incl. Steward & Supporter): Free Admission
- Sponsor and Organizational Member: Free Admission
Speakers
Justin Driscoll
President and CEO, New York Power Authority
Justin E. Driscoll is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the New York Power Authority (NYPA), the nation’s largest state-owned electric utility. He is responsible for developing and implementing the statewide utility’s strategic vision and mission, and for overseeing its operations, legal and financial matters, and relationships with external stakeholders. He is also responsible for the operation of the New York State Canal System. Justin supervises NYPA’s 17 generation facilities and 1,550 circuit-miles of high voltage transmission, as well as its role as an energy efficiency project developer and as energy supplier for its governmental customers, including New York City, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the New York City Housing Authority, state agencies and local governments.
John Mandyck
CEO, Urban Green Council
John Mandyck joined Urban Green Council in 2018 as its first-ever CEO. He capped a 25-year career as Chief Sustainability Officer for United Technologies Corporation, a Fortune 45 global leader in the building, aerospace and food refrigeration industries. He also serves as a Visiting Scientist at the Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Connecticut School of Business. John is the founding chair of the Corporate Advisory Board for the World Green Building Council, a former board chair of Urban Green, and co-author of the book Food Foolish.
