Senator Brian Schatz, a climate advocate and representative from Hawaii, discusses strategies for pushing back against the Trump administration's anti-climate actions. He addresses the importance of clean energy initiatives and the need for bipartisan support to navigate political obstacles. Schatz emphasizes the urgency of framing climate change as a national security issue and the significance of targeting economic impacts to appeal to voters. Scott Bolton from Hydrostor adds insights on the role of energy storage in promoting renewable energy infrastructure.

Charles Hua, founder of PowerLines, and Scott Bolton, EVP at Hydrostor, dive into the pivotal role local public utility commissions play in regulating energy. They discuss how these often-overlooked entities manage 1% of U.S. GDP while facing challenges from lobbyists. Charles emphasizes the need for ordinary citizens to engage with PUCs to advocate for affordable and sustainable energy solutions. Scott highlights groundbreaking advancements in long-duration energy storage, essential for a resilient energy future in the wake of climate change.