Local Energy Rules

Oftentimes, transitioning to renewable energy is one of many competing concerns in a local government body. In one town on Long Island, leaders are finding that their most pressing concerns can be addressed collectively. For this episode of our Voices of 100% series of the Local Energy Rules Podcast, host John Farrell speaks with John Bouvier, a town council member of Southampton, New York. Southampton has committed to source 100% of the town’s electricity from renewable sources by 2025, with an ultimate goal of carbon neutrality by 2040. The two discuss setting ambitious goals, the unique challenges coastal communities face, and how Southampton’s work is driven by both technical experts and community stakeholders. Listen to the full episode and explore more resources, below — including a transcript and summary of the conversation. https://ilsr.org/articles/southampton-new-york-voices-of-100-podcast/