1A (dot) Gov: The Department Of The Interior And The Department of Energy
Jan 16, 2025
David Hayes, former Deputy Secretary at the Department of the Interior, shares insights on managing natural resources and climate policy. Leah Stokes, an associate professor, sheds light on the collaborative efforts between the Department of the Interior and the Department of Energy in tackling climate change. Congressional reporter Andy Picone discusses the intersection of energy policy and politics. Together, they reveal the leadership dynamics, regulatory challenges, and the essential roles these departments play in shaping the nation's environmental future.
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Dam Inspection
- John, a Bureau of Reclamation employee, called in while driving to a dam.
- He highlighted the crucial role federal employees play in managing power and irrigation infrastructure.
Agency Roles
- The Department of Interior manages energy resources on federal lands, deciding where energy development occurs.
- The Department of Energy focuses on energy research and development, with 17 national labs dedicated to this work.
DOE's Diverse Work
- Barbara, a former Department of Energy employee, worked there for 34 years, contributing to internet development, supercomputers, and emergency response models.
- She later focused on nuclear nonproliferation and detection, work that private industry couldn't do alone due to infrastructure and security needs.
