There are “doers”, and then there are “leaders”. For whatever career path you’re in, eventually, you tend to gravitate to either the application of the strategy (ex. tactics) or the formulation of such strategy. Guru always gravitated towards the strategy formulation side of things.
Read MoreIn this week’s UtilityXpert Round Up, we explore some of the industry’s leaders take a stab at educating and fulfilling homeowners need for smart home equipment. Elsewhere, we look at some of the industry’s biggest trends for 2019, and Maine is thinking of adopting the “Nebraska” model for public power utilities. Utilities are listening to their customers, and everyone wins.
Read MoreIn this week’s UtilityXpert Round up, we explore some amazing innovations in utility billing, as well as the embracing of big data by utilities. Xcel Energy is doing big things with their bill paying assistant. Elsewhere around the world (literally), we’re figuring out ways to ensure people in Africa are on-grid through…Facebook? We cover that and more in this week’s post.
Read MoreIn this week’s UtilityXpert Round up, we explore some monetary…and also, non monetary reasons to embrace energy efficiency technology and analytical tools. We also explore the City of Montreal taking a first step towards carbon neutrality, as well as assess the need for utilities to prevent as opposed to fix. There is a pressing need for predictive technology for utilities, given all recent disasters that have taken place.
Read MoreIn this week’s UtilityXpert Roundup, it turns out that IOU investors will be able to see more than just a return on their money - decarbonizing electric generation has become a top priority for players such as Dominion Energy. Elsewhere, utilities in Oregon must figure out how to adapt and integrate electric vehicles, transportation, grid and customer data. Also, who said energy efficiency can’t be a chill or funny topic?
Read MoreIn this week’s edition of the UtilityXpert Roundup, we explore an unusual, but rather innovative way to do resourcing for renewable energy projects. Elsewhere, Illinois is really making a name for themselves. Their utility regulators are killing it in the smart-grid cybersecurity space, and Ameren has teamed up with Opus One to test blockchain enablement of micro grid energy trading. Learn more about what’s happening by reading below…
Read MoreIn this article, we’ll talk about Brett’s experience helping energy providers implement sustainable, effective EE programs. Brett has a wealth of experience and his passion really comes through when discussing some of the industry’s most challenge issues, including aggressive energy targets, as well as implementation tactics.
Read MoreIn this week’s UtilityXpert Roundup, Entergy’s VP declares that grid changes are needed, and only IoT and advanced data analytics can help us along. Elsewhere, EE programs are improving all across the nation, green power is in demand, and Dominion keeps one of their major projects going. As usual, it’s been a busy week in the utility world.
Read MoreIn the UtilityXpert roundups, we typically find the industry’s best news and share it among our audience. This week ask industry experts and thought leaders a few questions and heard their answers on what should drive the utility industry forward. Our first instalment comes from a veteran marketer with over 25 years of experience marketing everything from fast cars, to rock n’ roll, to helping rebuild one of the largest online retailers in the world. His energy sector pedigree is equally impressive.
We invited Jason Turner, Co-Founder of ID Lab, one of the energy sector’s fastest growing marketing and strategy agencies, to kick off our UtilityXpert series.
Read MoreIn this week’s UtilityXpert Roundup, Indiana Michigan Power makes a big splash. Elsewhere, Duke Energy is educating the world about data analytics and Xcel Energy is doing big things with clean energy. All over the world, though, LEDs are making a big, victorious play in arenas. By that, we mean sports arenas. Soon, your favourite Sunday activities and arenas will become more energy efficient.
Read MoreIn this week’s UtilityXpert Roundup, utilities are taking a massive step forward. By leveraging data science and analytics, utilities are looking for new ways to engage their customers. In fact, AEP is essentially launching their own accelerator and welcoming forward-thinking ideas, as well as mentoring young companies to shape their technology.
Read MoreIn this week’s UtilityXpert roundup, we finally have a potential move on the PG&E situation; one that involves a big breakup. More news coming out of New Hampshire, positive funding in Candaa and also, some innovation coming out of Austin with HVAC and demand response systems.
Read MoreThere is zero doubt that customer engagement in the utility industry is changing rapidly. A lot has been said about the technologies that are disrupting this business, but at a high level, what does this mean for the utility? And what impact does it have on their brand as it relates to their customer service? In this week’s UtilityXpert roundup, we learn about some great case studies out of Ohio, Minnesota and more.
Read MoreThere’s more and more technological innovation coming out of the utility world every week. From shaping the future of smart cities, to offering community solar to working with Google and IBM - the industry has it all. Check out what the past few weeks have brought us in this week’s edition of the UtilityXpert Roundup by EnergyX.
Read MoreUtilities are doing good all across the nation, and some amazing reports came out last week about IOUs and energy transformation. This week’s edition of the UtilityXpert Roundup inspires good will and development for 2019. Energy efficiency goes beyond just saving energy. It’s a catalyst in improving the lives of communities everywhere. To help grow and improve their communities, public power utilities are playing a bigger role in economic development programs, and site selectors are welcoming their input.
Read MoreLots of talk about the PG&E bankruptcy, more on data and how emerging tech can transform home energy efficiency. The utility world is on fire in this week’s edition of the UtilityXpert Roundup.
Read MoreGrocery stores… Healthcare… Is energy next? This week in the UtilityXpert roundup, the industry is making waves about data, the possibility of Amazon invading our business and more.
Read MoreUtilities know they need to establish a mobile presence, but is developing a pricey, full-feature mobile app worth it? Ultimately, it comes down to finding cost-effective technology options that are best for your company.
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