#47: The next generation of energy professionals

Published: May 24, 2019, 9:30 p.m.

Whenever we talk about "the future of the energy industry" we very often mean changing business models, assets, and technologies; but an often overlooked aspect is the future of the energy industry workforce. As the industry evolves and takes on a different role in the lives of energy customers, a whole host of new skill sets are required to make the grid operate. To acquire the new talent necessary to create a grid of the future, how can we create and broadcast an environment that a new generation of professionals will want to participate in? This week we are discussing these issues with Gerardo Delgado, an energy lawyer who counsels Illinois Commerce Commissioner Sadzi Oliva. We also complain about the Warriors just a bit. Music by bensound.com