With state and federal imperatives to decarbonize through electrification in the midst of steadily rising electricity rates, local governments are being looked to as critical change agents. The panel will discuss how California is not alone in struggling to address climate change, outline a series of roles local governments could take to help lead the way, and discuss a possible high distributed energy resources future. The session will culminate with a discussion on the best role for local governments, and how the Local Government Sustainable Energy Coalition is supporting equal decarbonization. Topics include European Union directives for smart local energy markets, California regulatory opportunities, local resilience and decentralized energy, and perspectives from a local elected official on the path forward. 

Speakers

• Marc Costa, The Energy Coalition, Director of Policy and Planning
• Steven Moss, M. Cubed, Partner
• Arlis Reynolds, City of Costa Mesa, Councilmember
• Lorenzo Kristov, PhD, Independent Consultant