Clean Energy Champion Awards
CESA's annual Lewis M. Milford Clean Energy Champion Award honors individuals who have made a substantial impact on the expansion of clean energy and who have influenced the progress of clean energy at the state level.
Named after Lewis M. Milford, the founder of the Clean Energy States Alliance and Clean Energy Group, the Clean Energy Champion Award honors leaders who have dedicated themselves over many years to the transition to an affordable and equitable carbon-free energy system. Award winners are chosen by the CESA Board of Directors.
David Comis
Maryland Energy Administration | 2026 Clean Energy Champion
“David Comis’s creative leadership has accelerated Maryland’s clean energy transition and made MEA programs a model for other states, pairing deep policy expertise with a proven record of delivering innovative, successful programs.”
Read more about David Comis' impressive career and accomplishments here.
Dr. Glenn Blackmon
Washington State Department of Commerce | 2026 Clean Energy Champion
“Glenn Blackmon exemplifies the power of state leadership, pairing ambitious clean energy policy with equity, collaboration, and lasting national impact.”
Read more about Dr. Blackmon's impressive career and accomplishments here.
Sandra Mattavous-Frye, Esq.
People's Counsel for the District of Columbia | 2024 Clean Energy Champion
“Mattavous-Frye structured the Office of the People’s Counsel to make solar and energy efficiency top priority issues. Under her leadership, the Office has become an important advocate for clean energy and for ensuring that it provides tangible benefits to all of DC’s residents.”
Read more about Sandra Mattavous-Frye, Esq.'s impressive career and accomplishments here.
Paul Lau
Sacramento Municipal Utility District | 2023 Clean Energy Champion
“Paul Lau exemplifies what is best about the clean energy movement: he is forward thinking, he prioritizes equity, and he believes in the power of collaboration."
Read more about Paul Lau's impressive career and accomplishments here.