In this timely and energizing conversation, Bob Krause explores the idea of modern public power—what it means, why it matters, and how communities can take action now.
Rather than a technical or academic presentation, this session offers a high-level, big-picture reflection on the last 25 years of energy developments in California. Bob makes a compelling case to stop waiting for permission and instead build the locally controlled, clean, and reliable energy systems our communities deserve.
He offers a grounded, community-centered framework rooted in justice, accountability, and local empowerment—reminding us that public power isn’t just a policy idea, it’s a pathway to resilience and self-determination.
Key themes include:
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What “modern public power” looks like today
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The urgent need to shift away from corporate utility control
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How communities can begin organizing for change now
This is a must-watch session for advocates, organizers, and anyone ready to take bold steps toward energy democracy in California.
About the Speaker:
Bob Krause is a results-oriented public policy strategist on the Spark Team and the primary developer of the Spark Community Utility (SCU) model. He has spent his career tackling innovative and disruptive “blue ocean” challenges.
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