​From net metering, pipelines, building codes, and renewable energy program funding, the NH Legislature is well underway discussing and deciding upon important energy policies that will affect our lives and our work. Likewise, activity at our state agencies like the Public Utilities Commission and the Department of Environmental Services will impact the future of RGGI, rebate programs, and energy siting. Join Kate Epsen of NHSEA and Jim O'Brien of The Nature Conservancy for an in-depth look into the world of Concord policy-making for the 2016 legislative session, as well as how you can stay informed and engaged.

This webinar is brought to you in collaboration with the NH Local Energy Solutions Work Group.

Presenters:

• Kate Epsen, NH Sustainable Energy Association - Kate Epsen is the Executive Director of the NH Sustainable Energy Association, before which she concluded a two-year stint as an analyst for the NH Public Utilities Commission.  Among her work there, she managed two residential and commercial solar rebate programs and the state’s Renewable Portfolio Standard program.  Her past experience in the energy field includes consulting work in energy efficiency and renewable energy, and non-profit work for clean energy-based economic development in New York, where she received her Master’s degree in International Energy Management and Policy from Columbia University.

• ​Jim O’Brien, The Nature Conservancy - Jim O’Brien is the Director of External Affairs for The Nature Conservancy in New Hampshire.  In this role, Jim is responsible for the Chapter’s government relations, marketing and communication activities. Jim brings years of experience working on energy policy issues in the New Hampshire legislature.  He is serving in his 9th year on the Select board in Hopkinton.