Rachel Halfaker

In this vibrant discussion, Amanda Li, Co-founder of Banyan Infrastructure, and Rachel Halfaker from the Milken Institute tackle the urgent financial barriers hindering small-scale clean energy projects. They uncover the complexities of securing funding amidst overwhelming costs and fragmented interests. With a focus on standardization as a key solution, they explore how effective communication and collaboration can streamline investments. The conversation also touches on the transformative potential of AI in finance, pushing for innovative models to revolutionize the sector.