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SunCast Host Nico Johnson dives into the complex world of Public Utility Commissioners with Carrie Zalewski, former chair of the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). Drawing on her expertise as a regulator, energy attorney, and engineer, Carrie provides a unique perspective on the intricate work of energy regulation and reminds us all that some vectors of power do, indeed, yield greater impact than others. The more you know, the better prepared you are to help on the front lines.
Public Utility Commissions (PUCs) tackle a broad spectrum of vital issues each day, ranging from influencing public utilities' spending to supporting clean energy initiatives and crafting plans for effective storage and transmission. Carrie's experience extends beyond the ICC, as she has adjudicated complex environmental cases at the Illinois Pollution Control Board, contributing to critical rulemaking while striving to strike a balance between Illinois businesses, residents, and environmental preservation.
This conversation unveils the intricacies of energy regulation and illuminates how engaging with state regulators can make an outsized difference in the clean energy revolution and our progress in this energy transition.
Connect with Carrie Zalewski on LinkedIn and Twitter
Follow Illinois Commerce Commission on LinkedIn and check out its website.
Recommended reading on how the Utility Industry was built, by fellow podcaster Bill Nussey, on the Freeing Energy blog
Article referenced by Julian Spector on What is a PUC? On Canary Media
Article mentioned: Who’s controlling our energy future? Industry and environmental representation on United States public utility commissions
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Nico Johnson is the creator and host of SunCast, consistently rated a top solar podcast in the clean energy sector. The content of the show is geared towards listeners looking for insights on where the markets are headed, how to position themselves or their companies, and what today's market leaders do to stay ahead of the pack.
Nico is an Investor, Executive Coach, and 16-year veteran of the solar industry, having led development in the US and Latin America for global companies like Trina Solar and Conergy.
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