11th Annual Lesley K. McAllister Symposium on Climate and Energy Law
Date and Time
Friday, November 8, 2019
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- Friday, November 8, 2019 from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location
Mother Rosalie Hill Hall, Warren Auditorium
5998 Alcala Park San Diego, CA 92110Cost
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the FUTURE OF ENERGY IN A CHANGING CLIMATE
On Friday, November 8, 2019, the University of San Diego School of Law will host its Eleventh Annual Lesley K. McAllister Symposium on Climate and Energy Law. The theme of our 2019 Symposium is “The Future of Energy in a Changing Climate.”
Symposium Overview
Recent wildfires and power shut off events throughout California have highlighted the challenge of operating an electric utility in a changing climate. At this year’s Symposium, regulators, utility executives, scholars, and other experts will discuss:
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California’s Public Safety Power Shut-off policy
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Wildfire cost recovery
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Utility fire prevention programs
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Research on future wildfire dangers
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Utility long-term planning
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Social equity implications
The Lesley K. McAllister Symposium on Climate and Energy Law is co-hosted by the Energy Policy Initiatives Center (EPIC) and the San Diego Journal of Climate & Energy Law.
The University of San Diego School of Law is a State Board of California-approved MCLE provider and certifies that this activity is approved for 6.5 hours of general credit.
- 2019 SYMPOSIUM AGENDA
Time Event 8:00am - 8:45am Continental Breakfast and Registration 8:45am - 9:00am WELCOME REMARKS
- Stephen C. Ferruolo, Dean and Professor of Law, USD School of Law
- Ashley Reddy, USD School of Law, Editor-in-Chief, San Diego Journal of Climate and Energy Law
- Scott Anders, Director, Energy Policy Initiatives Center, USD School of Law
9:00am - 10:00am
KEYNOTE PANEL
- Caroline Choi, Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Southern California Edison
- Caroline Winn, COO, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)
- Scott Anders, Director, Energy Policy Initiatives Center, USD School of Law (Moderator)
10:00am - 10:15am Break 10:15am - Noon PANEL 1: The Impacts of Wildfires
- Gary Fitts, CTO, Nobleprofit and Principal, Greenware Technologies,
- Brian D’Agostino, Director, Fire Science and Climate Adaptation, SDG&E
- Steven Weissman, Lecturer, UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy, and Senior Policy Advisor to the Center for Sustainable Energy
- Samir Hafez, USD School of Law
- Lauren Perkins, Associate, Duncan, Weinberg, Genzer, Pembroke, P.C. (Moderator)
Noon - 1:15pm Lunch 1:15pm - 3:00pm PANEL 2: Policy and Regulatory Perspectives
- Michael Wara, Director of the Climate and Energy Policy Program, Senior Research Scholar, Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment
- Liane Randolph, Commissioner, California Public Utilities Commission
- Andrew McAllister, Commissioner, California Energy Commission
- Elise Torres, Staff Attorney, The Utility Reform Network
- Tim Duane, Professor-in-Residence, USD School of Law (Moderator)
3:00pm - 3:15pm Break 3:15pm - 5:15pm PANEL 3: Equity Considerations of Climate Impacts and Policies
- Lee Paddock, LeRoy C. (Lee) Paddock, Associate Dean for Environmental Law Studies, The George Washington University Law School
- Carrie Downey, Adjunct Professor, USD School of Law
- Nadia Ahmad, Associate Professor, Barry University School of Law
- Anastasia Telesetsky, Professor of Law, University of Idaho College of Law
- Nilmini Silva-Send, Assistant Director of the Energy Policy Initiatives Center (EPIC) and Adjunct Professor, USD School of Law (Moderator)
5:15pm - 5:30pm CLOSING REMARKS 5:30pm - 6:30pm RECEPTION - REGISTRATION INFORMATION
- Registration categories and fees are provided below. Registration fees includes materials, breakfast, luncheon, refreshment breaks, and symposium reception.
- Students: with attendance, admission will be refunded at registration
- Please confirm your schedule prior to registering. Refunds will not be processed past November 1.
Registration CategoryEarly Bird Registration After October 20 General Admission with MCLE $ 200 $ 250 General Admission without MCLE $ 100 $ 150 USD Law Alumni, Academic, Government, and Non-profit with MCLE $150 $175 USD Law Alumni, Academic, Government, and Non-profit without MCLE $50 $75 USD Faculty & Staff $20 $45 Students (*with attendance, admission will be refunded at registration)
$10* $10* The University of San Diego School of Law is a State Board of California-approved MCLE provider and certifies that this activity is approved for 6.5 hours of general credit.
- MCLE CREDIT INFORMATION
The University of San Diego School of Law is a State Board of California-approved MCLE provider and certifies that this activity is approved for 6.5 hours of general credit.
- LOCATION, PARKING, DIRECTIONS
School of Leadership and Education Sciences (Mother Rosalie Hill Hall)
Warren Auditorium, Room 116
University of San Diego
5998 Alcalá Park, San Diego CA 92110FROM THE NORTH FROM THE SOUTH FROM THE EAST - Use I-5 South
- Exit Sea World Dr. & Tecolote Rd.
- Proceed left at stoplight toward Morena Blvd.
- Turn right on Morena Blvd.
- Left on Napa
- Left on Linda Vista Rd.
- Turn left on Marian Way for West Entrance to campus
- Use I-5 North
- Exit Morena Blvd. (signs will say: Morena Blvd. use I-8 East)
- Stay to the right and follow signs for Morena Blvd.
- Take the first right onto Linda Vista Rd.
- Turn left on Marian Way for West Entrance to campus
- Use I-8 West
- Exit at Morena Blvd.
- Go right onto Linda Vista Rd.
- Turn left on Marian Way for West Entrance to campus
From all directions, once you enter the west entrance:
- Proceed up the hill and follow the signs to the West Parking structure. Attendants will direct you to a parking space.
- Tram service will be available from 8 – 9 a.m. from the West Parking structure to Mother Rosalie Hill Hall, which will be the first building on your left side (across from Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice).
- The symposium will be held in Warren Auditorium, which will be down the hall on your right side in room 116.
- View Mother Rosalie Hill Hall on USD's campus map.
PARKING INFORMATION:
Visitors are required to display a valid permit Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and are required to pay for parking on campus. Metered parking is available in multiple locations on campus but we recommend you park in the West Lot and take the designated tram to Mother Rosalie Hill Hall. The tram will have a sign posted on the window that reads "Climate & Energy Law Symposium" and will run 10-15 minutes. Rates for parking in the West Lot are as follows:- 30 minutes - $0.75
- 1 Hour - $1.50
- 2 Hours - $3.00
- 4 Hours - $4.00
- Full Day - $8.00
Mass Transit
For attendees wishing to use mass transit, please be advised that schedules and services are limited; consulting schedules in advance is highly recommended. The most convenient hub is the Old Town Transit Center, which is served by bus, the San Diego Trolley, and the Coaster commuter train. The Old Town station is served by USD shuttle buses.
- HOTEL PARTNER
The University of San Diego’s lodging partner is Bartell Hotels.
- CONTACT INFORMATION
Please send all inquires related to this event to Climate and Energy Law Symposium Coordinator
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