Electric Perspectives

009 Electric Perspectives: Highlights from the EEI 2021 DEI Panels

Earlier this month, EEI 2021 brought together the nation's foremost thought leaders, industry executives, and policymakers for conversations about the transition to clean energy, the road to net zero carbon emissions, grid security, and other major priorities for EEI’s member companies – including our commitment to advancing racial and social justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion. This episode features highlights from the panel Unleashing the Power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, featuring former EEI Chairman Ben Fowke, the chairman and CEO of Xcel Energy, who was speaking with Eric Holder, the first Black U.S. attorney general, and the panel EEI Spotlight on DEI: Measuring Our Progress in Meeting Industry DEI Goals, featuring Georgia Power Chairman, President, and CEO Chris Womack and Apple Vice President of Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives Lisa Jackson.

To view these DEI panels and other dynamic content in their entirety, go to the EEI 2021 Archives. You must be registered for the conference to access the archives. The content will be available until July 10.

008 Global Circuit: Designing the Right Solutions Using Local Context

While addressing global challenges, it is crucial to develop solutions with an understanding of regional differences and local conditions. How are electric companies approaching community-based projects? How are business models evolving to respond to regional changes? And what does the regulatory landscape need to focus on to accommodate a more dynamic industry? Siegfried Kiefer, President and CEO of Canadian Utilities, an ATCO company, joins this episode of the Electric Perspectives Global Circuit, recorded in September 2020. Last year, ATCO received the 2020 International Edison Award for its Alberta PowerLine.

The Global Circuit is brought to you by EEI International Programs as part of EEI’s Electric Perspectives podcast. For more information about EEI International Programs, visit www.eei.org/international

007 Electric Perspectives: We All Should Be Preparing for Hurricane Season

Over the past year, America’s electric companies confronted historic hurricanes, devastating wildfires, tornadoes, a powerful derecho, and a record-breaking October ice storm—not to mention a global pandemic. Each storm and each natural disaster was unique and created new challenges, and the electric power industry worked together more closely than ever to safely and efficiently restore power to customers.

In this episode, EEI Vice President of Security and Preparedness Scott Aaronson joins us to discuss how electric companies are preparing for the 2021 hurricane and wildfire season and what steps customers can take now to prepare for the possibility of power outages.

If you have questions or comments about our program, you can email us at electricperspectives@eei.org. We’d love to hear from you.

006 Global Circuit: Attracting a Skilled Workforce to Achieve Net Zero

In 2019, the UK became the first major economy in the world to pass laws committing to net zero by 2050. How are electricity distribution companies supporting this economy-wide transition? What role will customers and employees play in the coming decades? And how can the industry continue to attract the skilled workforce required to achieve these goals? Basil Scarsella, CEO of UK Power Networks, joins this episode of the Electric Perspectives Global Circuit, recorded in March 2021.

The Global Circuit is brought to you by EEI International Programs as part of EEI’s Electric Perspectives podcast. For more information about EEI International Programs, visit www.eei.org/international

005 Electric Perspectives: Partnering on the Carbon-Free Technology Initiative

Electric companies, environmental and technology groups, and other experts recognize that existing technologies can get us much of the way to a 100 percent clean energy future. Completing the work will require new, carbon-free, 24/7 technologies that are affordable for customers.

In this episode, Clean Air Task Force Executive Director Armond Cohen and Xcel Energy Director of Energy and Environmental Policy Jeff Lyng join us to talk about the Carbon-Free Technology Initiative and to outline how we can develop the carbon-free technologies that will help the world meet the challenge of climate change.

If you have questions or comments about our program, you can email us at electricperspectives@eei.org. We’d love to hear from you.

004 Electric Perspectives: On Earth Day 2021, Clean Energy Is Front and Center

Earth Day is a perfect opportunity to discuss how America’s electric companies are working to get the energy they provide as clean as they can as fast as they can, while maintaining reliability and affordability for the customers and communities they serve.

In this episode, EEI's Executive Vice President of Public Policy and External Affairs Brian Wolff and Senior Vice President of Clean Energy Emily Fisher join us to share their insights on clean energy and how we can achieve a 100 percent clean energy future.

If you have questions or comments about our program, you can email us at electricperspectives@eei.org. We’d love to hear from you.

003 Electric Perspectives: Electric Power Industry Outlook

Electricity powers our nation’s economy and our everyday lives, and America’s electric companies are committed to getting the energy they provide as clean as they can as fast as they can, reliably and affordably.

In our premier episode of Electric Perspectives, EEI President Tom Kuhn discusses climate change, clean energy, and the steps electric companies are taking to build a smarter, stronger, and cleaner energy future.

002 Global Circuit: Thriving Under Crisis with Regenerative Leadership

The world is facing several parallel crises, from the COVID-19 pandemic to economic recovery to climate change. How can the concept of regeneration help us “break down and break through” these transitions collectively? And what is the role of energy executives and policymakers in shifting dynamics “from me to we”? Sustainability and leadership experts Giles Hutchins and Laura Storm join this episode of the Electric Perspectives Global Circuit, recorded in January 2021. Giles and Laura are the authors of Regenerative Leadership: The DNA of Life-Affirming 21st Century Organizations.

The Global Circuit is brought to you by EEI International Programs as part of EEI’s Electric Perspectives podcast. For more information about EEI International Programs, visit www.eei.org/international

001 Global Circuit: The Power of Adaptability and Ireland’s Bright Future

Ireland has committed to have 70% of electricity generated from renewables by 2030. How are electric companies approaching this transition? What is the role of electrification in reducing emissions? And how will the customer relationship continue to evolve? Pat O’Doherty, CEO of ESB and President of Eurelectric, joins this episode of the Electric Perspectives Global Circuit, recorded in December 2020.

The Global Circuit is brought to you by EEI International Programs as part of EEI’s Electric Perspectives podcast. For more information about EEI International Programs, visit www.eei.org/international