| Amid rising threats to our energy insecurity, Elected Officials to Protect America (EOPA) is working with lawmakers to advance clean, reliable, and affordable energy security solutions. One of the most promising models, community-scale microgrids, is already delivering real-world results. Across the United States, Tribal Nations have led the way in microgrid innovation, with Humboldt County, California offering a powerful example. If you missed our February 25 discussion, you can watch the recording here. |
| Speakers: |
 Arne Jacobson, Director, Schatz Energy Research Center, shared how microgrids are strengthening reliability for Tribal communities facing frequent outages. |
 Beth Burks, Executive Director, Redwood Coastal Energy Authority, highlighted how the regional airport microgrid maintained power for 15 hours during an outage, ensuring uninterrupted flights and Coast Guard rescue operations along 250 miles of coastline. |
 Heidi Moore-Guynup, Director of Tribal and Governmental Affairs, Blue Lake Rancheria, described how their microgrid supports emergency shelter, healthcare backup, and expanded resilience planning, particularly in the face of intensifying storms. |
 Linnea Jackson, General Manager, Hoopa Valley Public Utilities District, discussed upcoming microgrid development to further strengthen community energy security. |
| This conversation offers a compelling look at how local leadership is driving practical, scalable energy security solutions. |
