The topic of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has been in the forefront of America for the past few years. How has the energy world responded and what are some best practices that have been identified? How do we see this crucial topic evolving in the industry and what impacts have we seen thus far? What more can we do? How does DEI actively live daily in the workplace? This will be a discussion filled with questions and a diverse array of perspectives to address and contemplate these questions. Energy Justice will be the lens by which this rich discussion will be viewed. Our esteemed panel will discuss the opportunities and barriers; real timing on the impact; and explore new possibilities moving forward.

For the past few years, Energy Efficiency professionals have been discussing the future of bulbs as a measure within commercial and residential programs. With LED technology advancing and becoming an affordable option offering decades of customer usage, how long will opportunities present themselves to install bulbs as a measure within EE programs?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, utilities sought out new initiatives in order to continue operating EWR programs safely for their customers. The result has been the emergence of a new wave of virtual energy assessment options for residential and commercial customers. Our esteemed panel of experts will discuss the pros and cons of this innovative approach and explore the feasibility of virtual and contactless offerings as a staple in EWR portfolios moving forward.

This discussion highlights the initiatives and strategies that created safe and successful EWR program implementation during the COVID-19 pandemic. It will focus on how those strategies can be leveraged and replicated to continue successful and innovative EWR programs. The discussion will specifically highlight how maintaining program workforce and committing efforts to training and developing staff can lead to achieving program goals while remaining agile and making innovative to program designs decisions.