Episode Details

“Entrepreneurs want to help. Just call on us.” So says clean energy entrepreneur Jigar Shah, who is imploring New York State lawmakers to recognize the danger of the energy crisis. Shah held a prominent position in the Biden administration and is now working to convince Governor Hochul and the legislature to act urgently. The worldwide energy crisis, exacerbated by the war in Iran, has only intensified the situation. Shah and his colleagues join us to talk about the specific actions that the state could take this month – actions that Shah says would reduce energy bills for people who are already struggling. Our guests:

• Jigar Shah, co-managing partner of Multiplier
• Suzanne Hunt, vice president of policy at Generate Upcycle
• Marguerite Wells, executive director of the Alliance for Clean Energy New York

This conversation is part of WXXI's celebration of Earth Month. To learn more, please click here.

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