Tuesday, July 17, 2012

USA, California:

Karen Douglas, Commissioner on
the CA Energy Commission
CGEC Forum Discusses Geothermal Issues in California

The California Geothermal Energy Collaborative (CGEC) opened its 2012 Forum this morning with speakers from across the state.

The keynote speaker was Karen Douglas, a commissioner on the CA Energy Commission. She is the lead on power plant siting and federal stimulus programs. Karen spoke about the state's efforts to require one-third of the state's electricity come from renewable energy by December 31, 2020 and the important contribution that geothermal power can bring to the equation.