
Shalanda H. Baker, Director of the Office of Energy Justice and Equity and Secretarial Advisor on Equity
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Paving the Path to Energy Justice: REDI Applications Open and Global Engagements Flourish
In my journey with the Department of Energy, the evolution of energy justice has been a profoundly gratifying experience. Over nearly four years, I have witnessed its roots extend from the icy landscapes of Alaska to the sun-soaked shores of Hawaii. Our initiatives have amplified the voices of communities that have long been marginalized, empowering them to shape their own clean energy futures.

