Offshore wind has the potential to become a major source of clean energy for Maryland and the United States. This discussion will review the current state of offshore wind in the US and the regulatory framework for offshore wind in the US as well as the policies related to and procurement of offshore wind in Maryland.
Amanda Best is a Senior Commission Advisor to the Maryland Public Service Commission. Her portfolio as an advisor includes energy efficiency, renewable energy, nuclear issues, EVs, and low-income assistance. Amanda is the contract manager for the Commission’s Round 2 offshore wind application process. She is the work group leader for the Electric Vehicle Work Group under Public Conference 44, which is Maryland’s grid modernization initiative. Amanda is the Chair of the NARUC Staff Subcommittee on Nuclear Issues – Waste Disposal. Amanda was previously a member of the PSC’s Technical Staff as both a Regulatory Economist and as an Assistant Director of the Energy Analysis and Planning Division. Prior to her work in the energy industry, Amanda worked on storm water management. She earned her bachelor’s degree in geography and environmental systems from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and her master’s degree in environmental engineering from Johns Hopkins University.Zoom information:
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