Strategy & Planning

“The wildfire season we had this year perhaps spurred legislative action. The legislation requires utilities to file wildfire plans, which the Commission must approve. A company in compliance with its approved plan has limited liability protection in any civil action.”

“Communities rely on a healthy utility to keep the lights on and power economic growth, and wildfire puts our ability to do that at risk. Ensuring that our financial health is strong isn’t just about protecting the business. It’s about protecting the affordability and reliability of electricity for millions of our customers.”

“Our capital allocation toward wildfire prevention is growing remarkably fast. This year in Washington State, as part of our rate case, the WUTC approved a tracker that will enable us to invest over a hundred million dollars in wildfire mitigation over the next two years.”

Conversations with Puget Sound Energy CEO Mary Kipp, Rocky Mountain Power President Dick Garlish, and Wyoming PSC Commissioner Mary Throne with PUF Senior Advisor Paul Kjellander, and featuring Paul’s paintings.

The public now expects stagflation, both increased inflation and increased unemployment. Will demand for electricity continue to surge when the economy weakens?

“From May 5-9, EEI International Programs will host the ninth annual Global Electrification Forum, where the world’s leading electric company executives and thought leaders will gather to further the conversation on sustainable energy transitions and universal access to electricity.”

“The key lies in smart planning. Managed charging, demand response programs, and energy efficiency initiatives can help us meet this new demand without overwhelming our infrastructure. Through SEPA Academy and our Working Groups, we’re ensuring that stakeholders have the insights, tools, and resources to navigate this period of rapid expansion.”

“Utilities need to review current tariff structures and regulatory processes to ensure they are suitable and sufficiently dynamic to support needed investment and recovery.”

“In order to reduce the number of rate cases perceived as increasing customer discontent, many commissions have tried balancing the need for utilities to meet regulatory requirements with a more predictable rate pattern.”

“The energy transition looks different in every state. You have to bring everyone to the table in every state, and every location, and understand the timetable and cost associated with it.”