First Public Hydrogen (FPH2) has appointed Lorraine Paskett as its Chief Operating Officer (COO). With a background spanning over two decades in executive leadership within California's energy and water sectors, Paskett brings a wealth of experience in public and private infrastructure development, clean energy project execution, and government affairs. Her appointment has been met with praise from industry figures, highlighting her strategic mindset and proven track record in the energy transition field. Paskett's prior roles include leading clean hydrogen strategy along the West Coast for California's largest hydrogen producer and global leader in clean hydrogen solutions. Her new role at FPH2 will involve leading operations to establish the nation's first public hydrogen utility. Paskett's vision includes scaling the clean hydrogen economy to meet California's decarbonization goals through reliable hydrogen provision for communities, businesses, and public agencies. Her appointment is seen as a significant step towards advancing clean energy investments and regulatory policies in the region.