Kimberly Mayfield

Hannah Goldstein, a system and policy analysis group leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, and Kimberly Mayfield, a research scientist, dive into the significance of energy flow charts. They explore how these diagrams visualize sources and wasted energy, emphasizing lessons from the 1970s oil shocks. The discussion highlights insights from the pandemic's impact on energy usage and innovative collaborations like Hawaii's live energy flow dashboard. They also touch on future scenarios, including how these tools can guide energy policy and investment decisions.

Jennifer Pett-Ridge, lead of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Carbon Initiative, discusses the urgent need for CO2 removal strategies alongside decarbonization. Kimberley Mayfield, a staff scientist focused on energy equity and carbon management, highlights the importance of community engagement and environmental justice in carbon removal initiatives. They dive into innovative pathways like forests, agricultural practices, and direct air capture. Both guests emphasize the economic benefits and job creation potential of these strategies in the fight against climate change.