Come join us for an evening devoted to discussing how California’s clean energy transition can work for everyone. Climate change adversely impacts underserved communities, yet these same communities face significant barriers to accessing California’s growing clean economy. During this event, you will learn about innovative programs, policies, and new ideas on the horizon to address these challenges. After hearing from women leading California’s efforts and vision for the future, you will be inspired to join in the work ahead!
Program
6:00 - 7:15pm Networking (appetizers, no-host bar)
7:15 - 7:30pm Introductions
7:30 - 8:30pm Speakers (see below)
8:30 - 9:00pm Q&A/discussion/more networking
Speakers:
SPECIAL GUEST JUST CONFIRMED!
Commissioner Carla Peterman, CPUC – Ms.Pederman was appointed to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) by Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. in December 2012. Commissioner Peterman is the CPUC’s assigned Commissioner for a number of proceedings including energy efficiency, the Renewables Portfolio Standard, alternative transportation, energy storage, and several general rate cases. She was previously appointed by Governor Brown, in 2011, to the California Energy Commission. She is the first African-American female to be appointed to both Commissions.
Alana Mathews – California Energy Commission, Public Adviser. Alana was appointed Public Adviser at the CEC in June of 2013 and recently led the state’s low-income clean energy barriers assessment. Prior to her work at the Commission Alana was a Deputy District Attorney for the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office and an executive fellow at the California Attorney General's Office. She is a board member of the Sacramento County Bar Association, a member of the Anthony M. Kennedy American Inn of Court, the Wiley W. Manuel Bar Association and a 2013 Fellow for the Leadership California Program. She earned a Master of Law degree in governmental affairs and public policy and a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy from Spelman College.
Stephanie Chen – Greenlining Institute, Energy and Telecommunications Policy Director. Stephanie directs Greenlining’s advocacy in Energy Policy efforts, working to ensure the environmental and economic benefits of energy projects reach California’s communities of color. Prior to taking on her director role, Stephanie worked as Senior Legal Counsel for the Greenlining Institute. Stephanie holds a BA in Government from Dartmouth College and a J.D. from University of San Francisco School of Law.
Erica Mackie – Grid Alternatives, CEO. Erica cofounded Grid Alternatives in 2004, a non-profit organization that brings the benefits of solar technology to communities that would not otherwise have access by providing needed savings for families and preparing workers for jobs in the renewable energy industry. Prior to founding Grid Alternatives, Erica worked for several years as an Energy Engineer in the field of energy efficiency and renewable energy. Eric holds a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Illinois University.
