142. 'From Tension to Transition' with Cristin Lyons, Energy Practice Leader at ScottMadden

The utility industry is undoubtedly at a crossroads, taking on more challenges than ever before in its history while the importance of getting it right is more critical than ever. We all know the delicate balance required between reliability, affordability, and sustainability as today's key energy goals, but nailing down exactly how to balance them remains as tricky as ever. To guide the utility to the future, leadership is required, such as today's guest, Cristin Lyons, Partner and Energy Practice Leader at ScottMadden. In this episode, Cristin offers her insights into the mounting tensions between utility goals of reliability, affordability, and clean energy, drawing from her influential talk at the EUCI Leadership Conference for Women in Energy. Listen in as Cristin shares with host and producer Matt Chester the challenges utilities face and the necessary steps for holistic, integrated system planning. With thought-provoking conversations surrounding technology, public perception, and policy influences, this episode is a must-listen for those eager to understand and navigate the intricate maze of the energy sector. Key Links: Energy Central Post with Full Episode Transcript: https://energycentral.com/o/energy-central/episode-142-tension-transition-utility-industrys-path-forward-cristin-lyons Cristin Lyons's Profile on Energy Central: https://energycentral.com/member/profile/cristin-lyons-0 Energy Central Page for ScottMadden: https://energycentral.com/o/scottmadden Did you know? The Energy Central Power Perspectives Podcast has been identified as one of the industry's 'Top 25 Energy Podcasts': blog.feedspot.com/energy_podcasts/