About this episode

Jackson Voss discusses energy policy and power costs in Louisiana, focusing on the impact of climate vulnerability and infrastructure on affordability.

Today we’re joined by Jackson Voss, Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor at the Alliance for Affordable Energy. He breaks down how energy systems are shaped, regulated, and experienced by everyday people. In this episode, we explore what the energy landscape looks like in New Orleans and across Louisiana, where climate vulnerability, aging infrastructure, and rising costs all intersect. We talk about what “affordable energy” really means, and what’s driving up costs for households. He also explains how regulators and policymakers make decisions and why those processes matter for your bills and reliability. We also touch on the future of energy policy, including climate goals, gaps in the current system, and how communities can stay engaged as we transition to cleaner, more equitable energy.

People in this episode

Host: Jenn Galler

Guest: Jackson Voss

Topics covered

• energy policy
• power costs
• climate vulnerability
• infrastructure
• affordable energy
• regulation
• community engagement

Keywords

• energy systems
• regulation
• costs
• households
• climate goals
• equitable energy
• policymakers

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Alliance for Affordable Energy

Places: Louisiana, New Orleans

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