Rebecca Lee

Director of Government Affairs, Western US, NRG

Rebecca Lee is a public affairs and energy policy leader with extensive experience advancing clean energy, utility regulation, and stakeholder engagement across California’s evolving power sector. As Senior Manager of Government Affairs at NRG Energy, she leads the company’s public affairs and legislative engagement efforts in California, helping shape policy discussions related to energy markets, decarbonization, customer choice, grid modernization, and clean energy innovation. Lee brings a strong background in utility policy, regulatory affairs, and public-sector engagement developed through leadership roles across the energy industry. Prior to joining NRG, she served in legislative and public affairs positions with Southern California Edison, where she worked on energy policy initiatives involving infrastructure, renewable energy, and California’s transition toward a more resilient and sustainable electric grid. Known for her collaborative leadership style and deep understanding of California’s complex energy landscape, Lee works closely with policymakers, regulators, industry stakeholders, and community organizations to advance solutions that balance reliability, affordability, and sustainability. Her expertise spans utility regulation, legislative strategy, stakeholder relations, and energy market policy.