Think energy justice and equity is just about doing good? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of Just Power, diversity strategist and energy expert Pamela Fann and Host, Carolyn Parrs, discuss why energy providers who aren't investing in equity aren't just missing out on social impact—they're missing out on profit.
As the Founder and CEO of Integrated Solutions, Pam has helped energy providers transform equity from a compliance checkbox into a powerful business driver. She breaks down why some utilities are winning big with regulators while others struggle, and shares the surprising connection between cultural competency and bottom-line results.
Key ideas
- Why diversity isn't just about HR—it's about business strategy.
- How to build leadership buy-in by speaking the language of ROI.
- What successful utilities are doing differently in community engagement.
- How to measure equity impacts in ways that matter to investors.
Whether you're a utility leader wondering if equity is worth the investment, or a sustainability professional trying to make the business case to leadership, this conversation will give you the insights and evidence you need.
Chapters
00:00
Energy Equity and Its Importance
01:09
Pamela Fann's Journey into Energy Equity
04:42
Defining Energy Equity
07:43
The Importance of Acknowledging Injustices
11:06
The Urgency of Energy Equity in Transition
12:37
The Role of Community in Energy Solutions
14:48
Misconceptions About Energy Equity Investments
19:01
The Human Side of Energy Equity
20:23
Dismantling Myths About Energy Equity Funding
22:40
The Business Case for Energy Equity
24:07
Integrating Equity in Regulatory Processes
30:57
Telling a Compelling Story to Investors
33:12
Connecting People to Purpose
37:15
Building Leadership Buy-In
40:25
Operationalizing Cultural Competency
43:58
Diversity as a Business Strategy
46:50
Measuring Impact and ROI
54:14
Future of Equity in Energy
58:04
Legacy of Community Empowerment
Links
Pamela Fann: discoverintegratedsolutions@gmail.com
www.integratedsolutionsllc.net
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