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AABE Member Webinar with Shalaya Morissette
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A Message from the President: Embracing Diversity in the Aftermath of the U.S. Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE A New Approach to Addressing Systemic Inequities: Embracing Diversity in the Aftermath of the U.S. Supreme Court Decision Washington, D.C. – The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision curbing affirmative action prompts the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) to advocate for a more comprehensive approach to address systemic inequities. While affirmative action ...

AABE on National HBCU Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AABE on National HBCU Week Washington, D.C. — As the United States celebrates National Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Week, the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) proudly honors the transformative potential of Black educational institutions on the energy revolution. Over the summer, the AABE-EEI Executive Leadership Summit gathered ...

AEG and AABE Unite for Houston's "Equity in Action" Event: A Resounding Success!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AEG and AABE Unite for Houston's "Equity in Action" Event: A Resounding Success! Houston, Texas - October 13th, 2023 — Advanced Energy Group (AEG) and the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) joined forces in a momentous event that captured the commitments made at the 2023 AABE National Conference in Houston, Texas. The " Equity in Action&...

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AABE Does Good Work The AABE is the largest and most productive professional organization when it comes to ensuring that African Americans and other minorities have a voice in the critical discussions around energy policy. To continue our important work we need your support. Key AABE initiatives include: The AABE Institute Training Institute works with countries in Africa and the Caribbean whose ...

Past Chairmen
Chairmen of the National Board of Directors for AABE 1st Chair & Founder (Emeritus) - Clarke Watson (1977-1980) Watson Associates, Denver Area Chapter 2nd Chair - Rufus McKinney (1980-1982) Southern California Gas, Southern California Chapter 3rd Chair - Robert E. Bates, Jr. (1982-1986) Mobil Oil, Washington DC Chapter 4th Chair - (1986-1988) 5th Chair - W. James Sams (1988-1990) Standard ...

About Us
The purposes of AABE are the following: To serve as a resource for policy discussion of the economic, social and political impact of environmental and energy policies on African Americans and other minorities. To ensure involvement of African Americans in governmental energy policymaking by recommending capable sensitive and informed personnel to appropriate officials. To encourage both the ...

JOIN the AABE Membership Hub
Ready to join AABE?  You may apply for an AABE Community Hub account by selecting the button below.    For any questions or concerns, please send a message to membership@aabe.org for assistance.   Make note that creating an AABE Community Hub account does not include an AABE membership. However, once your account is approved you will be able to purchase an AABE membership.   Please direct ...

AABE Career Center
#new_career_center { font-size: 17px; } The AABE Career Center is a valuable resource and a top destination for potential job seekers and employers serviced by our organization. This benefit is not just limited to our wonderful members but is accessible by all who desire to share vacancies offered with their employer. We do believe that industry leaders who are looking for the best of the best ...

AABE’s 2024 Energy Policy Symposium to Highlight Decarbonization, Carbon Market Analysis and Equity
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 2nd, 2024 AABE’s 2024 Energy Policy Symposium to Highlight Decarbonization, Carbon Market Analysis and Equity Washington, D.C. — The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) proudly announces its 2024 Energy Policy Symposium, to be held December 3–4, 2024 in Washington, D.C. This year’s theme, “Let’s Talk About Carbon,&...

Statement of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Organizations may ask themselves the question, “What can we do to assist and implement change?” AABE suggest that they start with the end in mind which means greater representation of African Americans in, employment, leadership, business contracting and workforce development in the energy industry. Progress must be measurable with accountability. Here are five key actions that must ...

American Association of Blacks in Energy Responds to Trump Administration’s Energy Executive Orders and National Energy Emergency Declaration
Washington, D.C. - February 4th, 2025 — The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) acknowledges the Trump Administration’s commitment to enhancing energy affordability, national security, and boosting domestic production. The recent series of executive orders marks a shift in U.S. energy policy, and AABE supports efforts that prioritize the nation's energy independence ...