FERC Speeds Up Gas Projects, But Local Roadblocks Remain The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission struck down Order 871 this week, clearing the way for pipeline construction to begin immediately after federal approval. It’s a win for project timelines, but not a free pass. In places like New York State, opposition still decides outcomes. “Projects don’t fail because of permitting processes — they fail because of perception. Communication is the difference.” The projects that move fastest start with listening — and showing real value to the communities they impact. That’s where Power Communications comes in. We help energy developers build trust early, earn local support, and keep projects moving. #FERC #Order871 #EnergyPolicy #Infrastructure #StakeholderEngagement #NaturalGas #EnergyDevelopment
Power Communications
Public Relations and Communications Services
Saratoga Springs, New York 571 followers
Navigating the Clean Energy Transition
About us
Since 2003, the Power Communications team of experts has built a nationally recognized public relations firm serving premier energy companies across North America. Leading power generation technology and project developers have engaged Power Communications (“PowerCom”) for strategy, brand development, public affairs and community outreach services to successfully complete over $8 Billion in North American power generation assets in operation today. PowerCom has led public outreach efforts on major energy infrastructure projects in 20 states and three Canadian provinces representing approximately 7.7 GW of power generating facilities including: - 8 major natural gas powered electric generating facilities - 14 industrial scale wind generation projects - 2 industrial scale solar photovoltaic projects - 3 natural gas pipelines As the world transitions to a fully decarbonized electric grid, the stakes have never been higher for power project development – having expert advisory services can significantly de-risk projects and avoid many of the issues that result in unsuccessful projects. Specialties: • energy project development • corporate branding & digital strategy • grass-roots coalition building • wind and natural gas facility siting and community outreach
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http://www.powerny.com
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- Public Relations and Communications Services
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- 2-10 employees
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- Saratoga Springs, New York
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- Privately Held
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- 2003
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- Clean Energy Strategy Consulting, Creative Services, Public Media and Community Outreach, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Brand Management, Research Analysis, Graphic Design, Web Development, Interactive Technology & Tools, Display & Booth Design, Media Relations, Development Counsel, Public Education, Open Houses & Events , Community Acceptance, Charitable Giving Strategy, Energy Project Development, and Developer Training & Counsel
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573 Route 9P
Saratoga Springs, New York 12866, US
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1114 Ellsworth Boulevard
Malta, New York 12020, US
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Susanna Hutcheson
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Marilyn Albright
Director of Digital & Print Services at Power Communications | ESG and Energy Project Development | Graphics & Communications Expert | Green Energy |…
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Steven C. Sullivan
CEO @ Power Communications | Leading Public Engagement for Energy Industry
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Keiana Greene-Page
Senior Communications Specialist - SEIU Government Relations at Service Employees International Union
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Warning: Profane content! May be offensive to some, hilarious to others! Vattenfall employs Samuel L. Jackson (aka Jules Winnfield) to opine about offshore wind, with a twist. Or should we say, with a "crisp"? Check it out: https://lnkd.in/ekab8xuP
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Engage. Build trust. Energize. That's how we get things done at PowerCom.
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Silence is a powerful communications tool! - Find out why with a message from CEO Steven Sullivan https://lnkd.in/gKayQyYb
Silence is a powerful communications tool!! Bring it to every meeting! (W apologies beforehand for my resident swallow force chiming in)
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Listen to these tips from our CEO to make your outreach efforts even stronger. https://lnkd.in/g48PpHNR
The hammer 🔨 in your outreach toolbox: Stakeholder Engagement Meetings.
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This is the heart of what we do: We build relationships within the communities where energy developers want to create new infrastructure. Meeting with and listening to union members is a big part of that. They are the backbone of any good project, and engaging with them is a top priority at PowerCom. #unionstrong #communityengagement #buildingrelationships
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As stated in the ⬇️NYISO's post, there are 240+ projects in interconnection queue. One of the biggest challenges? 𝐆𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭. While NYISO has taken major strides to modernize and streamline the interconnection process, technical readiness alone won’t get a project over the finish line. For developers in New York—or anywhere—𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲. At Power Communications, we help developers avoid delays by building relationships and shaping the narrative 𝒃𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒆 issues become obstacles. Based on our work with clean energy projects across the country, here’s what separates the projects that stall from the ones that succeed: ✅ 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲. Identify local stakeholders—community leaders, landowners, local officials—before formal outreach begins. ✅ 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞. Translate project benefits into valuable real-world impacts for the community. ✅ 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞. Regulators, utilities, elected officials, and residents all care about different things. Customize accordingly. ✅ 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐝. Build consistent, proactive engagement plans to prevent miscommunication and delay. ✅ 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬. Make sure messaging reflects progress on the ground across all partners. With a packed queue and growing competition for attention, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥—𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥. 💡If you're navigating project development in NYISO or beyond, let’s talk. We have the experience to help you build trust, reduce risk, and move from 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝. #EnergyDevelopment #StakeholderEngagement #NYISO #CleanEnergy #GridModernization #PowerCommunications #EnergyProjects #Renewables
Exciting momentum in New York’s grid of the future is happening now! 🚀 Approximately 240 projects are advancing through NYISO’s streamlined interconnection process, which ensures that new power generation facilities can safely and reliably connect to the grid. Read the blog.⚡ https://lnkd.in/ev7824FG
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S&P Global's latest U.S. National Power Demand Study reveals a stark truth: we'll need 35-50% more #electricity by 2040, driven by AI, electrification, and manufacturing. To meet this unprecedented challenge, we need an "all of the above" approach—with renewables, energy storage, natural gas, and nuclear all playing essential roles. American Clean Power Association (ACP) highlights these critical gaps in its latest release and urges immediate acceleration from the industry, government, and consumers. The time for bold action is now. To read more, visit: https://lnkd.in/g8U7yYMp #DemandGrowth #CleanEnergy #Renewables #EnergyEfficiency #Innovation #ACP
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