Tackling the Problem of Permitting

March 22, 2023

A discussion on the permitting process and the hurdles energy projects face at the local, state and federal level. Featuring opening remarks from Rep. Pete Stauber (MN-8), Chairman of the Energy and Mineral Resources subcommittee of the U.S. House Natural Resources committee.

Featuring:
Jeff Weiss

Executive Chairman

Distributed Sun

Moderator

 Emily Wong
Director of Federal Relations American Petroleum Institute
Karen Hanley
Senior Vice President of Policy The Permitting Institute		 Dr. Paul Phifer
Permitting and Development Director Attentive Energy
 

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