Nancy Fund

Energy: Powering the Green Economy

Lindsay, Dennis Areola, Andrew McAllister, Nahar Patel, Nancy Fund, Daryl Steinberg, Daryl Obert

California leaders and private sector experts convened to address the state's mandate to cut transportation emissions by integrating aggressive vehicle electrification targets with long-term hydrogen and natural gas strategies. The discussion highlighted the critical role of public-private partnerships, such as the joint funding of hydrogen infrastructure, alongside policy instruments like SB 375 that link land use planning to emission reductions. Furthermore, the dialogue emphasized the necessity of workforce development programs and utility market reforms to ensure the economic viability and scalability of these clean energy transitions.