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The Energy Co-op’s Alexandra Kroger Appointed Local WRISE Chapter President
March 19, 2019 – Philadelphia, Pa. – The Energy Co-op’s Energy Program Manager Alexandra Kroger was recently appointed president of the Philadelphia Chapter of Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE). WRISE is one of the nation’s premier organizations for women in energy and related fields with more than 30 chapters nationwide.
Alexandra joined The Energy Co-op last year, where she manages the organization’s renewable energy programs – electricity and natural gas. She oversees the acquisition of clean energy and develops and implements strategies to ensure that the organization acquires clean energy cost-effectively on behalf of its membership. Alexandra brings a diverse professional background to her leadership role at WRISE including experience with the City of New York, a solar energy company, and a public policy nonprofit in Washington, DC.
“The Energy Co-op is committed to leading the ongoing energy evolution and helping the residents of southeastern Pennsylvania buy, use, and understand energy better,” said Energy Co-op Executive Director Ronald Fisher. “Alexandra is an integral and valued member of our team, and we congratulate her on her appointment,” he added.
WRISE will host a “Spring Happy Hour” Tuesday, April 2, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the Writer’s Block Rehab 1342 Cypress St, Philadelphia, PA to celebrate Alexandra’s appointment. The event is free and open to all who are interested in learning more about the organization.
For more about WRISE, please visit: https://wrisenergy.org/
About The Energy Co-op:
Founded in 1979, the Energy Co-op, based in Philadelphia, Pa. is leading the energy evolution by helping members buy energy as sustainably and affordably as possible. The organization has been addressing Pennsylvania’s energy challenges for over 40 years and offers renewable electricity, renewable natural gas and affordable home heating oil.
For more information, or to join, go to https://www.theenergy.coop
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