The Energy Manager's Playbook

The Energy Manager's Playbook

The Energy Manager’s Playbook podcast, presented by the IESO through its Save on Energy brand, brings together compelling stories and real-world experiences from Ontario’s energy management community. Hosted by energy management expert Jay Mullin, each bite-sized episode dives into the challenges and successes of energy professionals across industrial, institutional, commercial and municipal sectors. Through engaging interviews, expert insights and good-news stories, we explore how energy managers are overcoming obstacles, securing leadership buy-in and driving real change in their organizations. Whether you're looking for practical strategies or inspiration, this podcast offers the tools and empowerment to make your job easier and less isolating. Subscribe now to stay updated and power up your energy management journey! For more information or to share your story, please email trainingandsupport@ieso.ca or go to https://saveonenergy.ca/Training-and-Support.

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Introducing the Energy Manager's Playbook (Season Two)

September 21, 2026 • 1 min
The Energy Manager’s Playbook is back for Season Two!

Presented by the IESO through its Save on Energy brand and hosted by energy management expert Jay Mullin, this season brings a fresh lineup of bite-sized episodes spotlighting compelling stories and real-world experiences from Ontario’s energy management community.

From industrial facilities and commercial buildings to municipalities and major instituti...
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Leveraging an Executive Sponsor with Cemtol Manufacturing

September 15, 2026 • 17 mins
How do energy managers make progress without authority? They play a key role in driving energy 
performance but are not typically in a position to set organizational priorities, assign resources, or hold people accountable. 

In this episode, Emily Dabrowski, EHS Coordinator and Energy Manager at Cemtol Manufacturing, part of Linamar Corporation, shares how the General Manager took on the role of "Executive Spons...
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When the Data Doesn’t Add Up at UTM

September 1, 2026 • 16 mins
Reliable energy and utility data are essential for any organization that wants to manage energy use, track results and plan with confidence. At The University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), years of work to reduce energy consumption and improve energy efficiency had delivered results, but a patchwork of meters and submeters installed over time meant that data gaps and inconsistencies were starting to limit what the campus could do n...
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Speaking the Operator’s Language at George Brown College

September 1, 2026 • 16 mins
Matthew is part of George Brown College’s sustainability team.  The college is in the early stages strengthening energy management efforts across its diverse campuses as part of their broader sustainability plan.   He and the sustainability team will need to build on existing operational strengths, creating shared data systems, partnerships and recognition to bring people from across the organization on-board w...
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EMEAs 2025: Turning Uncertainty Into Action

October 31, 2025 • 29 mins
In this episode, host Jay Mullin speaks with Tam Wagner, the Director of Demand Side Management at the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to share practical takeaways from the 2025 Energy Management Excellence Awards (EMEAs). They explore how award-winning teams sequence efficiency, optimization and efficient electrification, align energy goals with safety and production, and keep reviews simple so local teams can lead....
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Live from the 2025 EMEAs: Panel Discussions

October 31, 2025 • 62 mins
In this episode we present the complete recordings of the panel discussions that took place at the 2025 Energy Management Excellence Awards. The first panel focuses on the Order of operations for electrification: Prioritizing operational improvements, efficiency upgrades and efficient electrification, moderated by Michael Oriahi from the IESO and featuring Nicholas Dumoulin from Dream, Graham Timperon from Algonquin College and All...
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Beyond a Dedicated Energy Manager

August 12, 2025 • 16 mins
In this episode, Allison shares how she and her colleagues at Votorantim Cimentos are transforming energy management into a shared mission that’s reshaping daily operations. What started with a backlog of 500+ energy-saving opportunities at two cement plants became the catalyst for a broader cultural shift, one that empowers plant teams to take ownership of their energy performance. By aligning energy goals with safety and pr...
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From Plant to Portfolio

July 29, 2025 • 17 mins
In this episode, Behzad shares how his transition from plant-level energy manager to a corporate sustainability role at Maple Leaf Foods is helping the company bring greater alignment and momentum to its energy goals. Drawing on his hands-on experience, Behzad emphasizes the value of site-specific targets, practical support tools and direct relationships with facility teams. Rather than managing from a distance, he collaborates clo...
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Scaling Energy Efficiency Across a Portfolio

July 22, 2025 • 19 mins
In this episode, Trevor shares how BGIS is delivering energy savings and emissions reductions across a vast portfolio of buildings by shifting from individual projects to a scalable programmatic approach. BGIS supports and manages an estimated 30,000 buildings in Canada. Trevor emphasizes the importance of data strategy, modular solutions and efficient implementation to drive results at scale. By focusing on the signal over the noi...
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Collaborating Across Departments for Energy Success

July 15, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode, Zeb Foss, Manager of Energy Conservation and Sustainability at Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB), shares his journey to achieving energy savings at the Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) by breaking down departmental silos and fostering collaboration. Drawing on his background in the utility sector, Zeb identifies the unique priorities of each department, including construction, maintenan...
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Building Momentum Step by Step

July 8, 2025 • 17 mins
Host Jay Mullin speaks with Katelyn Poyntz, Director of Project Engineering & Energy at Unity Health Toronto, about how she built momentum for energy management at Unity Health Toronto—one step at a time. Starting with a simple lighting upgrade, she uncovered opportunities to integrate sustainability into healthcare operations, even when the path forward was uncertain. By focusing on what she could do next rather than wai...
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Turning Data Into Impact

July 2, 2025 • 15 mins
Host Jay Mullin speaks with Nathan Gerber (Coordinator of Energy Management at Oxford County) about how he transformed Oxford County’s energy management by integrating information and taking a data-driven approach. With over 300 buildings and a growing need to uncover deeper energy savings, Nathan worked to centralize and analyze available data, revealing hidden inefficiencies, and enabling him to gain a better understanding ...
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Strategic Planning for Efficient Electrification

June 24, 2025 • 20 mins
Host Jay Mullin speaks with Lee Hodgkinson (Head of Sustainability & Technical Services at Dream Unlimited) about how Dream Unlimited Corp. is tackling decarbonization and efficient electrification by shifting from reactive decision-making to a proactive, knowledge-driven strategy. Lee shares how they built internal expertise, navigated uncertainty, and secured leadership buy-in, using the electrification of a multi-family...
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Engaging Leadership in Energy Conversations

June 10, 2025 • 19 mins
Host Jay Mullin speaks with Animesh Roy, Energy Manager at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) about the critical shift in strategy he made to gain management support for energy and decarbonization initiatives. Animesh shares how he changed his approach to communicating with and engaging leadership. By securing an executive sponsor, refining communication to resonate with decision-makers, and leveraging stakeholder input, he crea...
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Driving Change on the Ground

June 10, 2025 • 16 mins
Host Jay Mullin speaks with Senka Donches, Manager of Energy Efficiencies at Magna International, who shares how translating corporate leadership's strong energy management mandate into tangible results requires more than just commitment. While Magna’s leadership set ambitious net-zero targets, Senka discovered that success depends on building a robust support system at the plant level. By fostering a community of energy cham...
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