In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, success hinges on experience, agility, and foresight. Luminary Energy is proud to announce its significant growth and the continued evolution of its mission to support energy market participants across the Northeast and beyond.

Founded by Michael DeSocio—a 23-year veteran of the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO)—Luminary Energy launched with a clear vision: to bring unparalleled market insight and strategic support to generation owners, developers, large loads, and grid-connected energy stakeholders navigating the complex wholesale power markets. Today, that vision has grown into a dynamic team of eight seasoned professionals, bringing strength in depth and a multifaceted understanding of the energy ecosystem.

A Full-Service Energy Management Partner

Luminary Energy offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to meet the critical needs of market participants, including:

• Wholesale Market Advisory & NYISO Representation: We provide expert strategy and day-to-day guidance in the NYISO markets, advocating for our clients and ensuring optimized participation across energy, capacity, and ancillary services.

• Capacity Market Forecasting: Leveraging data-driven modeling and deep market knowledge, we deliver long-term insights to inform investment and operational decisions in both installed capacity (ICAP) and forward capacity markets.

• New Resource Development: From traditional natural gas to emerging technologies like storage, microgrids, nuclear, and renewables—including wind &  solar—our team supports the full lifecycle of resource development, from concept through interconnection and operations.

• Grid Interconnection Support: We help developers and asset owners navigate the interconnection process, including feasibility assessments, application support, and coordination with utilities and ISO/RTOs.

• Regulatory Compliance: As markets grow more complex, compliance with evolving state and federal rules is critical. Our experts ensure clients remain aligned with market rules, environmental requirements, and reporting obligations.

From NYISO Roots to Regional Growth

While Luminary Energy remains deeply rooted in the NYISO marketplace, the firm is poised for growth. Plans are actively underway to expand services into the PJM and ISO New England (ISONE) territories, responding to client demand and broader regional energy shifts.

The expansion will allow Luminary to bring its unique blend of operational expertise and strategic advisory to a broader set of stakeholders, offering support across the Eastern Interconnection’s most critical organized markets. Whether it’s helping a solar-plus-storage developer site a new project in PJM or guiding a demand-side resource through ISONE’s Forward Capacity Market, Luminary Energy is ready to deliver.

The Power of Experience, the Promise of Innovation

Luminary Energy’s growth reflects the increasing complexity of energy markets—and the corresponding need for informed, hands-on guidance. As policy, technology, and grid needs evolve, our team remains committed to delivering clear, actionable solutions that unlock value and mitigate risk for our clients.

As we expand into new markets and new technologies, our commitment remains unchanged: to be a trusted partner at every step of the energy journey.

To learn more about Luminary Energy’s services or to connect with a member of our team, contact us at contact@luminary.energy.