Diversifying Power: Jennie C. Stephens Advocates Energy Democracy

What kind of leadership do human societies need right now? What areas of focus are most germaine to addressing climate change?         This Earthworms conversation explores these questions with Jennie C. Stephens, Northeastern University professor and director of the School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs, and author of the new book DIVERSIFYING POWER - Why We Need Antiracist, Feminist Leadership on Climate and Energy (Island Press, September 2020). Stephens advocates for - and shares examples of national and local leadership in - an Energy Democracy focused enough to supplant the literal power structure of the fossil fuel Polluter Elite. With an appreciation for compassion and empathy as essential leadership qualities, Stephens recognizes the critical value of a new order to democratize the dynamics of society and the energy empowering us all.                                  THANKS to Andy Heaslet, Earthworms engineer, supported by Jon Valley and Andy Coco. Related Earthworms Conversations: Envision Charlotte (North Carolina) Rolls on Circular Economy (March 2020)