On Wednesday, January 28, 2025 REAL Houston will host its Annual Leadership Dinner at Brennan’s of Houston, bringing together our city’s clean energy thought leaders for an evening of connection, community and conversation.
For this special evening, we are privileged to have former Commissioner to the Texas Public Utility Commission, Jimmy Glotfelty, deliver brief remarks to share his perspective on the state of clean energy drawing from his 30 years in the industry. This event is open to sponsors, members, and invited guests only.
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Time
Cocktails and conversation to begin at 5:30 PM, followed by a seated dinner at 6:30 PM.
Location/Parking
Brennan's Houston
3300 Smith Street
Houston, TX 77006
Brennan's offers Valet Parking for $5 per car.
For Additional Information
Contact: Maria Tellez
832-375-4063
Speaker Bio
Jimmy Glotfelty is a distinguished energy executive with a career spanning over three decades across federal and state government, as well as the private sector. His leadership has shaped major advancements in electric power infrastructure, regulatory reform, and energy innovation.
Most recently, Jimmy served as a Commissioner on the Texas Public Utility Commission, appointed by Governor Greg Abbott in 2021. During his tenure, he led efforts to strengthen the ERCOT system, expand transmission networks, and improve grid reliability. He also chaired the Texas Advanced Nuclear Reactor Working Group, producing a landmark report positioning Texas as a leader in nuclear energy development.
In the private sector, Jimmy has held influential roles including leading the Government Solutions Group at Quanta Services, where he spearheaded a $15 billion initiative to manage Puerto Rico’s power system. As Founder and Executive Vice President of Clean Line Energy Partners, he developed multi-state HVDC transmission projects aimed at integrating renewable energy into the grid, overseeing regulatory strategy, customer engagement, and power sales.
Earlier in his career, Jimmy held executive roles at Calpine Corporation, contributing to natural gas-fired power plant development and permitting across multiple states. At the U.S. Department of Energy, he served as Director of the Office of Electricity and Senior Policy Advisor to the Secretary, where he led national efforts to streamline energy permitting and enhance energy policy.
Jimmy has participated in high-level security exercises with DOE, NERC, and national labs, and led a team of over 400 professionals investigating the 2003 Northeast Blackout.
With 8 years in federal government, 8 years in state government, and 15 years in the private sector, Jimmy brings a comprehensive understanding of the electric power industry. His ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive innovation makes him an exceptional candidate for public company board service.
