District of Columbia

Ariel Drehobl

American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) Senior Research Analyst

About

Ariel Drehobl conducts research and analysis on local-level energy efficiency policies and initiatives, with a focus on energy affordability, energy equity, and low-income communities. She also provides direct policy and research assistance to utilities, local governments, community-based organizations and others working to advance energy affordability policies and programs. Prior to joining ACEEE in 2015, she worked at Opower on energy efficiency research, and also interned for the US Climate Action Network, the National Park Service, and the US Forest Service. Ariel earned a master of science in environmental science, policy, and management from a joint-degree program that awarded degrees from Central European University in Hungary, Lund University in Sweden, and the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom. Ariel earned a bachelor of arts in history and international studies from Northwestern University.

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Experience

Energy burden Energy efficiency Energy policy Environmental Justice Racial equity Technical assistance Utility program Weatherization

I want to solve:

I am focused on addressing inequities in the energy system that lead to disproportionate cost and health burdens placed on historically disinvested and underserved communities. I want to help develop and promote policies and strategies to ensure that everyone is able to equitably access and benefit from energy efficiency and clean energy investments.

I want to collaborate with:

I want to collaborate with other national nonprofits, community-based organizations, utilities, and other policy-makers who are working to address energy affordability, energy burden, and energy equity issues.

Fun Fact

I read on average 50 books a year, including a mix of fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs (audiobooks are a big help!). I appreciate book recommendations!