Whether you're reconnecting with utility oversight work or just beginning your journey into building decarbonization, this session is for you.

Designed as both a refresher for existing Midwest BDC members and a welcoming introduction for new advocates, this session dives into the pivotal role of Public Utility Commissions (PUCs)—the energy referees shaping our state-level decisions on affordability, access, and climate resilience.

We’ll revisit how PUCs operate, why they matter, and how community voices can shape outcomes. You’ll also get a rundown of priority Midwest dockets to watch in 2025, plus practical tips for tracking, interpreting, and intervening in the proceedings that most affect your community

Join Joanne Lee and David Farnsworth for a dynamic session grounded in equity-first climate advocacy and the Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition’s bold mission: to achieve zero-emission buildings by 2050—while centering justice, health, and economic opportunity along the way.