June Event Details

Fueling the Future: Advancing Hydrogen Technology and Infrastructure in the Inland Empire

The event is Hybrid, hosted by Foothill Transit, 200 S East End Ave, Pomona, CA 91766

Attending Online? A Zoom link will be sent before the event.

N.B.: let us know if your plans have changed by June 14, 2024 -- email: ltc@csusb.edu

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The Issue 

The transition to zero emission vehicles in the Inland Empire will necessitate a diverse usage of alternative fuels. Hydrogen stands at the forefront of this transformative era as the technologies become more viable. The commitment to these advancements involves not only the development of hydrogen technologies but also the establishment of a robust infrastructure to support its integration into everyday life. This Dialogue will explore the current realities and the vision of hydrogen integration in the Inland Empire.

Speakers

Edith Moreno has 15 years of experience in the energy and environmental sector, with ten of those years specifically spent working for Sempra Energy’s regulated California utilities. Currently, she holds the position of Strategy and Policy Manager at Southern California Gas Company. In this role, she oversees strategic stakeholder engagement for clean energy projects and initiatives. Before joining the Sempra Energy family, Edith worked for two prominent environmental consulting firms, where she supported Clean Water Act regulatory compliance projects across Southern California. She earned her B.A. in Geological Sciences and Hispanic Literature & Culture from Brown University. She holds a M.A. in Environmental Science and Management from the University of California, Santa Barbara and is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration at Mount Saint Mary’s University.

Alejandra Hormaza holds a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering and is an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. She completed her education at the University of California, Irvine where she focused on hydrogen-related research for over a decade under the guidance of Professor Jack Brouwer. Previously, Dr. Hormaza worked at the California Energy Commission, Environmental Defense Fund, and Hydroplane, a startup focused on developing a fuel cell-powered airplane. Her research has involved investigating gaseous fuel leakage of hydrogen and natural gas blends from natural gas infrastructure and the feasibility of using offshore wind and seawater for high-temperature electrolysis. Dr. Hormaza is passionate about sustainable energy systems and developing a pathway to clean energy.