MS–STEP Student Alexa Carrera: Why I Chose the Humphrey School | Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs
Alexa Carrera is a Master of Science in Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy student at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Photo: Bruce SilcoxBy Ann Nordby Alexa Carrera is determined to move the needle on energy justice. So far, renewable energy technologies have benefited high-income folks the most, in the form of pricey electric vehicles and rooftop solar panels for homeowners. Low-income households still pay the biggest share of their income for energy. Carrera wants to help write energy policies that ensure everyone benefits. "There's a huge lack of diversity when i...
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