ENERGY COMMUNITIES ALLIANCE WELCOMES LAURA HERMANN AS NEW DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

WASHINGTON - The Energy Communities Alliance (ECA) announces the appointment of its new Deputy Executive Director, Laura Hermann. 

Ms. Hermann brings extensive experience in the nuclear energy field and on all parts of the nuclear fuel cycle from her current role as Founder and Principal at Potentiary, a platform to build and maintain networks that transform organizations and reach net-zero carbon goals. Previous and current clients include the American Nuclear Society, Rock Lake Advisors, Clean Air Task Force, and others. 

Ms. Hermann’s background in global energy infrastructure systems spans public-private partnerships in fission, fusion, and battery metals. She has developed curriculum for internal capacity building and advised national leaders on efforts in numerous countries to establish new civilian nuclear programs. She has also served as a consulting expert at the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Ukrainian Free University.

Mayor Brent Gerry, Chair of the Energy Communities Alliance expressed his enthusiasm for Ms. Hermann’s joining the ECA team, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Laura Hermann as the new Deputy Executive Director of the Energy Communities Alliance (ECA). Laura’s knowledge of nuclear’s past and her insights into its future demonstrate an unwavering commitment that will further the ECA mission. She’ll make her a great fit for this role.”

Energy Communities Alliance extends a warm welcome to Laura Hermann and is excited for the fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that she will bring to the organization. The staff, Executive Board, Board Members, and partners eagerly anticipate working alongside with Ms. Hermann to create a positive and lasting impact in the organization. 

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