The Low Carbon Connection: Bridging the Gaps
Electrification 2021
This panel addressed the future of low-carbon resources for achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
Law & Lawyers
Maryland PSC: Director of Legislative Affairs
State Commissions
“I’m a liaison to the legislature as well as other state, local, county, and federal agencies, and also liaison with the Governor’s office. I am uniquely positioned to see issues that are bubbling to the surface.”
A Net Zero Energy System for All: Neva Espinoza
Electrification 2021
A conversation with EPRI's vice president for energy supply and low-carbon resources.
Maryland PSC: Executive Secretary
State Commissions
“I work with our Office of General Counsel, when we get a Public Information Act request, to handle our agency’s response. We work with the Department of Information Technology – an arm of state government – to facilitate those requests, if necessary.”
American Public Power Association's National Conference
Memorable Moments
The PUF team brings you memorable moments from APPA CEO Joy Ditto’s opening remarks as she was in-person in Orlando, and from the virtual meeting in July.
Maryland PSC: Chief Public Utility Law Judge
State Commissions
“On certain cases, we get advisers appointed to us, who are Technical Staff members who get walled off. Under that arrangement, we’re free to discuss the case with them and they’re always a big help.”
APPA National Conference: Welcome
Memorable Moments
“Most agree that a net zero carbon emissions goal by 2035 is unachievable by the majority of public power utilities. A 2050 goal would still be difficult, but perhaps more achievable if there are breakthroughs in technology and the siting and permitting process is reformed.”
Maryland PSC: Director of Consumer Affairs Division
State Commissions
“I have been working on rolling out a CRM system that’s also going to be a new complaint portal for the Consumer Affairs Division.”
APPA National Conference: 2020-21 Board Chair's Remarks
Memorable Moments
“This past year emphasized how public power systems are focused on serving a local community as our industry was impacted by wildfires and weather events on top of the operational and financial impacts of the pandemic.”
Maryland PSC: Associate General Counsel
State Commissions
“A lot of my work has dealt with some of the larger, complex rate cases that have come before the Commission, particularly the recent multi-year rate plans filed by two Maryland utilities.”