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About the Episode:
Energy isn't a battle of fossil fuels vs renewables; it's about figuring out the energy transition together.
As a North Carolina State Representative (GOP), John Szoka was once dismissive of renewables, as many might expect. Yet, after serving five terms in the legislature, Szoka transitioned from a renewable energy skeptic to a champion, thanks in large part to his open-mindedness when presented with data from a lobbyist which conflicted with his own understanding of the value of Renewables. Rep. Szoka carried the Republican torch on clean energy by championing key bills, including House Bill 589: Competitive Energy Solutions for NC and House Bill 951: Energy Solutions for NC, two bipartisan pieces of legislation that each altered the trajectory of energy within the state. Now, as the CEO of the Conservative Energy Network (CEN), he works to educate and engage conservatives in rural communities about the benefits and opportunities of clean energy. Szoka is a true believer and his work is converting hearts and minds in the heartland of America.
Expect to learn:
Why John Szoka shifted his stance on clean energy.
The role of CEN in educating rural communities about clean energy benefits.
The impact of property rights and energy costs on conservative views.
Listen in to discover how bipartisan cooperation and conservative advocacy can deliver results for the clean energy transition.
NOTEWORTHY QUOTE:
“We educate legislators on things. We don’t lobby for any bill, but every bill that’s out there has underlying principles that people need to know about.”
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Nico Johnson is the creator and host of SunCast, consistently rated a top solar podcast in the clean energy sector. The content of the show is geared towards listeners looking for insights on where the markets are headed, how to position themselves or their companies, and what today's market leaders do to stay ahead of the pack.
Nico is an Investor, Executive Coach, and 16-year veteran of the solar industry, having led development in the US and Latin America for global companies like Trina Solar and Conergy.
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