Dominique Gómez is deputy director of the Colorado Energy Office. In this episode of the YPE Podcast, Dominique talks with host Mark Hinaman about the many ways that the office works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower consumer energy costs for all Coloradans. Show notes: 00:31 Dominique's background in sustainability and her path to the energy industry 12:00 The scope, scale, and mission of the Colorado Energy Office 17:48 The importance of weatherization to the state 25:35 Reducing emissions from transportation; efforts to expand electric vehicle charging across the state 33:07 Programs that offer financing options for upgrading building infrastructure 38:06 How the office deals with legislative policymakers & regulators 50:38 Will large-scale renewables implementation lead to increased electricity prices? 54:52 Dominique's advice for young professionals in energy Dominique's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiquegomez/