PUC Appointment Announced

DENVER - Today, Gov. Jared Polis announced the appointment of Eric Blank to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC). 

“Eric has a deep understanding of Colorado’s energy system and will play an integral role at the PUC in advancing the market and consumer-driven transition to a cleaner, more affordable renewable energy future,” said Gov. Polis.

Blank has spent his career working in the renewable energy and non-profit sectors and is an entrepreneur and thought leader. 

“Eric has a number of impressive qualifications for the position, in particular, his background in business and his legal experience would be assets to the PUC. We look forward to considering this well-qualified nominee when he comes before the Senate,” said Senate President Leroy Garica.

“I’m honored to be chosen by Governor Polis for this position. Largely because of the leadership of Governor Polis and the state legislature, I believe Colorado has a compelling opportunity to decarbonize energy systems and to do it in a way that benefits all customers and grows the economy,” said Blank. 

Blank will serve as chair and his four-year appointment is effective January 11, 2021, and is subject to Senate confirmation. Blank holds a J.D. from Yale Law School and an M.Sc. in Economics from the London School of Economics. He will be joining the commission following the end of the term for Commissioner Jeff Ackerman.