Managing Energy Supply and Demand in Transportation, with Keith Warner Ep #56

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host Debra Chanil talks with Keith Warner to discuss his role as Aviation Utilities Business Manager for the Port of Seattle and its affiliated utility. Among the topics they cover are the importance of resiliency, the push for electrification, and Keith’s unique perspective on moving from the private sector with Boeing to his current public sector role. Join us to hear Keith’s great insight on managing energy in transportation. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Keith’s role with the Port of Seattle [02:24] Energy goals for the Port of Seattle [03:30] Resiliency of operations within the port [08:00] Programs for electrification [11:16] Pre-Conditioned Air program [14:05] Shifts in demand response [18:54] Click here for detailed show notes Resources & People Mentioned Port's Innovative Proposal Hopes to Attract Renewable Natural Gas for Sea-Tac Airport Pre-Conditioned Air | Port of Seattle Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) | Port of Seattle NREL Connect with Keith Warner On LinkedIn Keith Warner is the Utilities Manager at the Port of Seattle, where he leads a suite of utility services including power, water, and natural gas, serving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Seattle-Tacoma is the 8th busiest airport in the U.S. and counts as part of its vision to “be the greenest and most energy-efficient port in North America.” Before joining the Port in 2019, Keith enjoyed a 35-year career at the Boeing Company, where he spent most of that time as the corporation’s Utilities and Conservation Manager. Keith holds a B.S. degree in Engineering and an Executive MBA. Connect With Smart Energy Decisions https://smartenergydecisions.com Follow them on Facebook Follow them on Twitter Follow them on LinkedIn Subscribe to Smart Energy Voices If you're interested in participating in the next Smart Energy Decision Event, visit smartenergydecisions.com or email our Event Operations Director, Lisa Carroll at [email protected] Audio Production and Show notes by PODCAST FAST TRACK https://www.podcastfasttrack.com