Humans, Earth and Energy
Environmentalists have historically used preservation and regulation as their two primary tools for solving environmental problems. More recently, the use of markets – which often reduce costs and stimulate innovation – have been added to their tool kit.
On February 19, Margie Gardner, Chief Executive Officer of the non-profit Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF), will illuminate how markets can engage people and businesses in restoring our planet. More specifically, she will share examples of how, through entrepreneurial and innovative strategies, people have tackled problems ranging from acid rain to energy generation and conservation.
Prior to joining BEF, Margie Gardner founded and led the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA), an award-winning organization that transforms markets for energy-efficiency. Before NEEA, Gardner promoted energy-efficiency initiatives at the Northwest Power Planning Council and co-authored the first “least-cost” electricity plan for the Northwest while at the Natural Resources Defense Council.
