
As the demand for sustainable and resilient energy solutions grows, partnerships between state and local governments with the federal government are more important than ever. This dynamic panel will explore the crucial role that state, local and other non-federal entities play in driving the success of equitable, place-based energy initiatives across the US.
Join this session to explore:
- What do innovative cross-sector partnerships related to clean energy solutions look like in practice?
- What are real world examples where state and local leadership played a pivotal role in shaping successful energy projects to meet both local needs and federal priorities?
- How can I strengthen partnerships between different levels of government to accelerate energy innovation while ensuring equitable, place-based outcomes?
Speakers

Keishaa Austin
Principal Deputy Director, Office of State and Community Energy Programs, U.S. Department of Energy

Pete Wyckoff
Deputy Commissioner of Energy Resources, Minnesota Department of Commerce

Peter Colavito
Executive Director, Invest in Our Future

Emily Schapira
President and CEO, Philadelphia Energy Authority