Speakers
Nina Axelson (moderator)
Nina Axelson oversees public affairs for Ever-Green Energy and its affiliates. Axelson’s role includes oversight of legislative and local government affairs, community outreach and philanthropy, and education programming. She has led various research and development projects for the organization, including oversight of the nation’s largest solar thermal installation and authoring of studies for the Department of Energy and the International Energy Agency. Axelson currently serves on the Board of Directors for the International District Energy Association and Clean Energy Economy Minnesota.
Tricia DeBecleeckere
Tricia DeBleeckere is a Planning Director with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission. In her 10+ years with the Commission she has worked on various issues including the Commission’s grid modernization effort, integrated resource plans, power purchase agreements, environmental externalities, and most recently, distribution system planning requirements. She joined the Commission in siting and permitting and has worked on over 30 wind, solar, HVTL and gas projects. Prior to joining the Commission she worked for eight years as a consultant in the environmental and energy sectors. She holds a degree in Environmental Science from the University of Minnesota and in her personal time, enjoys biking, her kids, and, in theory, camping.
Julia Eagles
Julia Eagles is a Public Policy and Strategy Manager at Xcel Energy. In this capacity, she works on tracking national trends around evolving utility business models, coordinating company regulatory strategies, and preparing comments on state and federal energy policy. Before joining Xcel Energy, Eagles spent eight years working for local energy and environmental organizations. She holds a Master of Public Policy from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota and a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies from Macalester College. In her free time she enjoys biking, cross-country skiing, taking trips to beautiful locations, and growing and eating good food.
Jamie Fitzke
Jamie has been with the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) for 16 years. A significant portion of her career is in design, implementation, and programming of utility energy efficiency programs. After graduating from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs in 2015, she joined CEE’s policy team and contributes to the program development team. Jamie combines her experience in program implementation, energy policy, and energy efficiency technology to build relationships and promote CEE’s impact in the energy community. Her community outreach includes organizing an ongoing series of legislative information events about Minnesota's Conservation Improvement Programs (CIP). Currently she is serving as CEE’s Government Liaison during the 2018 legislative session. Jamie holds a B.A. in Architecture from the University of Minnesota, and Masters of Public Policy (specializing in energy policy) from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.
Mallory Lindgren
Mallory is the market leader for Westwood’s national solar team. She is responsible for developing the strategy for Westwood’s pursuit of utility-scale, distributed generation and solar-plus-storage opportunities as well as overseeing the execution of the engineering, surveying and environmental services provided to our clients. Mallory closely monitors energy policies and trends to support Westwood’s strategic growth, including new client, service, and geographic initiatives. She is a company shareholder and an experienced, client-focused senior project manager for renewable energy projects.
Mallory has expanded Westwood's visibility in her 10 years with the firm by championing community involvement, increasing media exposure, and being involved with numerous industry organizations. She actively volunteers her time at charitable events and participates in industry conferences and committees. Prior to joining Westwood, Mallory worked for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) and interned with two National Weather Service offices.