The Best in the Biz – August 2024 – [EnergyBiz Network Community Manager Digest]

​​​​Thank you for checking out the EnergyBiz Network Community Manager digest. This piece compiles important articles that concern different elements of energy commerce, such as customer care and utility management. The articles referred to in this piece are just a small smattering of the content posted on Energy Central, so make sure to check the rest of the site.

Get to Know Your Community Members – This Month’s Member Spotlight

Spotlight: Stephan Heberer

What sets Energy Central apart from other online industry outlets is the true community-level feel. To highlight that aspect, this spot each month will feature a quick profile of one of your fellow Community Members for you to get to know and inspire you to reach out to them: leave a comment on their recent Energy Central content, follow their profile, and build a new connection in the industry!

Name and Title: Stephan Heberer, CEO of Ampacimon

Topics of Focus: Energy infrastructure; Strategic Monitoring; Analytics

Recent Energy Central Contributions of Note:

Top Content This Month

Will Electrification Lead to Lower Rates? by Fereidsoon Sioshansi

Examine whether the push for electrification will result in lower energy rates for consumers. This article explores the economic and environmental implications of a fully electrified future.

“The trade press is full of stories about rapid electricity demand growth virtually everywhere. Increasing populations in parts of the world, rising standards of living and a warming climate are frequently mentioned for the global south. In some developing countries the rise of manufacturing, increased use of the Internet, data centers and applications of artificial intelligence (AI) are among the drivers of demand growth.“

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Low-Cost, High-Impact Customer Energy Education by John Egan

Discover how low-cost, high-impact customer energy education can drive significant changes in energy consumption. This article highlights effective strategies to empower consumers and enhance energy efficiency.

“Focus groups can be so eye-opening. I’ve sat in on a few over the years. I’ll never forget the one where a residential customer pushed back against a facilitator’s question about electric usage in this way: “What’s usage got to do with my bill?”

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DEI or MEI: Which Builds Better Teams? by Kevin Anderson

Explore the debate between DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) and MEI (Merit, Equity, Inclusion) and their impact on building stronger teams. This article delves into which approach fosters better collaboration and success in the workplace.

“As we navigate the complex landscape of workforce diversity and excellence, the debate between Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Merit, Excellence, and Intelligence (MEI) continues to intrigue and challenge us. At Power House Resources, we strive to foster an environment where all individuals are valued for their contributions and talents, regardless of background or identity.”

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Recent Q&A in the Community

Q: Tell us about your internship programs in the utility business: what jobs are your interns doing? What are some success stories?

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Q: In the current landscape of utility management, what’s the average period from the installation of a smart meter to its readiness for billing?

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Relevant Recent Episodes of the Energy Central Power Perspectives Podcast

Episode #173: “Boosting Energy Literacy, Starting with a Community’s Schools” with Eric BenSalah, Energy Consultant for Omaha Public Power District [an Energy Central Power Perspectives™ Podcast]

Episode #171: “Building Habits for a Healthy Safety Culture” with Claire Harris, President of Clean Energy Connections [an Energy Central Power Perspectives™ Podcast]

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