Executive Issue Paper No. 09 – Energy Affordability in a Changing Policy Landscape
Chartwell’s Executive Issue Paper series continues with its ninth installment, diving deep into one of the most pressing challenges facing utilities today: Energy affordability.
This issue explores how evolving policy directives, particularly those tied to DEI, environmental justice, and federal funding, are reshaping the way utilities serve both residential and business customers. It offers strategic guidance for utility leaders, investors, and policymakers navigating a volatile economic and regulatory environment.
What to expect:
- Actionable strategies for cost management and customer support
- Insights into demand-side management and energy efficiency programs
- Investor-focused recommendations for risk mitigation and transparency
Whether you’re shaping policy, managing operations, or guiding investment decisions, this paper delivers the clarity and foresight needed to lead with confidence.
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