Cody Hooven-Chief Sustainability Officer, City of San Diego

Cody Hooven is the Director of the Sustainability Department and the first Chief Sustainability Officer for the city of San Diego. She leads sustainability implementation and policy, with emphasis on economic development and social equity. Her team is exploring how technology, renewable energy, mobility, green buildings, and climate resilience are included in San Diego’s approach to sustainable, smart communities.

Cody will provide an overview of the City of San Diego’s efforts to address climate change and their position as a leader in the sustainability field locally as well as in the nation. She will also provide an overview of the newly formed community choice program, San Diego Community Power, which will provide residents and businesses with a choice in who provides their power starting in 2021.