Somehow I Manage – March 2025 – [Energy Management Network Community Manager Digest]

Posted By: EN Todayon: March 06, 2025In: General Energy News

Thank you for checking out the Energy Management Network Community Manager digest. This piece compiles important articles that concern different elements of energy efficiency, demand management, and grid flexibility. 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: E lizabeth Pearce

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: Elizabeth Pearce, VP Business Development at Athena Intelligence

Topics of Focus: Wildfire and Environmental Data, Digital Solutions

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Top Content This Month

New Jersey Needs a New Electricity Plan Based on Resiliency and Affordability by Daniel Aschenbach

New Jersey’s current electricity strategy isn’t keeping pace with rising energy demands and climate threats. A new approach focused on resiliency and affordability is crucial to ensuring reliable power for residents while balancing costs and clean energy goals.

“The delay in the development of the state’s energy master plan probably into 2026 provides the opportunity to reconsider the existing outlook. The recent announcement by Shell to depart the NJ offshore wind project is another economic sign that a revision in the course of a plan is needed.”

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What makes for a well rounded auditor or controller? by Russ Hissom

A top-notch auditor or controller needs more than just technical expertise—they must blend analytical skills, industry knowledge, and strong communication. This article explores the key traits that set apart well-rounded professionals in the field.

“I began my career in accounting and consulting over 35 years ago, starting as an auditor with a primary focus on the power and utilities industry. Over time, I transitioned into consulting for utilities and cooperatives—cautiously at first, but eventually diving in wholeheartedly, where I remain today.”

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You Get What You Plan For by Kevin Anderson

Success in the energy sector doesn’t happen by chance—it’s the result of strategic planning and execution. This article highlights why careful preparation is key to achieving operational and organizational goals.

“In business, as in life, you create your reality—either by design or by default. Nowhere is this more evident than in hiring. Too often, companies fall into the trap of wishful hiring—hoping the right candidate will appear, assuming talent will recognize a great opportunity, or relying on luck instead of a defined process.”

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Recent Q&A in the Community

Q: What adversities are being seen across the board from field employees to management with our industry? What is being done to come to a solution for these issues?

Read submitted answers and or add your own!