About the event:

This program, hosted and presented by Tri State Energy, will provide a clear, practical overview of utility rebate programs available in New Jersey, helping organizations identify opportunities to reduce energy costs and offset project expenses. The presentation will cover how the programs work, what types of upgrades qualify, and the steps needed to secure incentives; ensuring you capture every available dollar and maximize the return on your energy investments.

Agenda:

5:00 - 5:45 PM – Arrival; Refreshments & Networking

5:45 - 6:00 PM – Announcements, acknowledge sponsors, introductions

6:00 - 8:00 PM – Presentation

About Tri State Energy:

Welcome to a smarter approach to building systems and energy management. We go beyond budgets to understand your goals, helping design and implement systems that perform today and well into the future. Our team identifies incentive programs and strategies that align with your financial and operational priorities, ensuring you get the most value from every investment. With deep industry expertise, we support long-term success by delivering efficiency, reliability, and occupant comfort from day one. Whether you’re planning upgrades all at once or over time, we tailor solutions to fit your schedule. Maximize incentives, reduce costs, and improve performance—while keeping your vision at the center of every decision.

Tri-State Energy - 409 Joyce Kilmer Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, 732-851-0087, www.trisenergy.com

About our Speaker John Blair:

John Blair brings more than 25 years of hands‑on experience in K–12 facilities and public‑sector. He previously served as Energy Specialist for the Jackson Township School District, where he led district‑wide energy initiatives including audits, utility bill analysis, misuse prevention, and public reporting of savings. His leadership across teaching, administration, operations, and applied energy efficiency contributed to measurable results, including more than $6 million in cost savings, a $28 million Energy Savings Improvement Program project with a net zero cost to the taxpayers, $800,000 in Utility based HVAC upgrades, and over $3 million secured through competitive grants.

As an Energy Solutions Specialist at TSE, John applies a practical, results‑driven approach to developing energy strategies that deliver measurable financial and environmental outcomes. A frequent conference speaker, he also mentors emerging sustainability professionals and supports workforce education initiatives. John holds degrees in Economics and Spanish and a master’s degree in Educational Administration. He maintains professional certifications that reflect his comprehensive energy expertise.