Panel III: FITs in the US – Practical Solutions and Different Approaches

Paul Gipe gave a moving presentation on the effectiveness and success of FITs, giving a clear outline of the challenges and strategies for ensuring that good FITs are put into place in the U.S.

James Bradbury described the FIT bill that Jay Inslee is presenting to the U.S. Congress on the federal level.

Aaron Peterson spoke on strategies for getting FIT legislation passed, and described the issues surrounding grid access and integration.

Speakers:

Paul Gipe,
James Bradbury(Rep. Jay Inslee’s office, D-Wash),
Aaron Peterson(State Legislator Minnesota, D and National Caucus of Environmental Legislators)
Chair: Oliver Schafer (European Renewable Energy Council)