Federal funding presents major opportunities for utilities, but navigating the complex landscape of incentives, grants, and shifting political realities can be daunting. How should utilities position themselves to secure funding, optimize strategic investments, and prepare for potential policy changes as power shifts in Washington?
Stephen Haubrich was invited to be a guest on Power Perspectives, an energy industry podcast hosted by the team at Energy Central. With deep expertise in regulatory strategy and utility financing, Stephen shared best practices for utility decision-makers, discusses the impact of federal programs like the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and explored how utilities can remain flexible in an evolving political environment.
Listen to our insights on topics in the range of:
- The federal funding landscape for utilities and successful case studies
- Best practices for utilities to position themselves for funding opportunities
- Balancing short-term wins with long-term strategy in federal funding
- The impact of political shifts on programs like the IRA and what utilities should do next
- How utilities can stay agile amid regulatory uncertainty
Whether you’re a utility leader, policymaker, or industry stakeholder, you’ll want to listen to Stephen’s appearance on the Power Perspectives podcast with host Matt Chester and learn more on how to maximize federal funding benefits while mitigating risks.
NOTE: This conversation was recorded before President Trump’s inauguration.
