Board + Leadership
The membership of NEEA’s Board of Directors spans Northwest utilities, public interest groups, state energy offices and government entities.
Meet the Leaders Guiding Energy Efficiency in the Northwest
The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) is supported by the dedicated members that make up its Board of Directors. Representing a broad spectrum of Northwest utilities, public interest groups, state energy offices, and government entities, the Board brings a wealth of experience and expertise to help drive NEEA and its mission forward.
Complementing the Board is NEEA’s leadership team, composed of industry experts committed to advancing energy efficiency across the Northwest. Their strategic vision and operational expertise ensures that NEEA continues to lead the way in market transformation and innovation.
NEEA’s purpose is to pool resources and share risks among utilities and partners to transform the market for energy efficiency, benefiting all consumers in the Northwest.
2025 Public Interest Board Seat Solicitation
NEEA’s Board of Directors is currently seeking candidates to serve as the Public Interest representative on the NEEA Board. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to and influence the region’s energy efficiency investment and NEEA’s overall success and mission. This is a three-year term beginning December 10, 2025 and ending after the December Board 2028 Board Meeting.
2025 NEEA Board Officers
2025 NEEA Board Members
Bonnie Rouse
Montana Governor's Office
Section Supervisor, Energy Efficiency and Compliance Assistance
NEEA Executive Team
Becca Yates
Executive Director
Becky Walker
Chief Program Officer
Jeff Harris
Chief Transformation Officer
Kyle Burchard
Vice President of Business Administration
Virginia Mersereau
Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Relationships & Communication
2025 Board Meetings
NEEA hosts quarterly board meetings around the region, providing an opportunity for industry professionals, stakeholders, and the public to stay updated on the alliance’s latest Market Transformation activities. These hybrid meetings offer insights into NEEA’s strategic initiatives and allow for collaborative discussions on advancing energy efficiency in the Northwest.
- Mar 10-11 – Seattle, WA
- June 23-24 – Spokane, WA
- Sept 15-16 – Boise, ID
- Dec 8-9 – Portland, OR
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Success Stories
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Research + Data
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