Best American Public Power Association Podcasts (2025)

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APPA’s Ursula Schryver Highlights Activities at Upcoming Joint Action Conference 8:34

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Ursula Schryver, Senior Vice President, Education, Training, and Events, at APPA, highlights sessions that will occur at APPA’s Joint Action Conference in early 2026, as well as discusses other conferences and events APPA will hold next year.By American Public Power Association

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PowerTRX Pro Gives APPA Members Tools to Track and Improve Operations 8:12

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Ji Yoon Lee, Manager for Research & Development at APPA, provides details on PowerTRX Pro, which is the new name for the suite of products that public power utilities can use to track and improve operations (formerly the eReliability Tracker and eSafety Tracker).…

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ElectriCities of North Carolina Utilizes APPA Programs to Help Members Improve Operations 21:34

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Andy Fusco, Chief Strategy Officer for ElectriCities of North Carolina, details how ElectriCities has utilized APPA’s Reliable Public Power Provider and Smart Energy Provider Programs to help its members improve their operations using these two assessments as a benchmark.…

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New CEO of MMWEC Discusses Need for New Generation in Region, Benefits of Energy Storage for Members 27:21

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Tom Barry, the new CEO and Secretary of the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company, discusses the need for new generation in New England. He also details how MMWEC’s member utilities have benefited from energy storage projects. MMWEC is the joint action agency for public power in Massachusetts.…

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Episode 07: From Minneapolis to LA - History, Flashpoints, and the Fight for Community Safety 41:46

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Resources: MILPA Collective: A movement organization rooted in Salinas, California, led by formerly incarcerated and system-impacted individuals. Learn more about MILPA Collective at: https://www.milpacollective.org/ Just Narratives for Multiracial Solidarity: Nov 13-15 St. Louis, MO REGISTER NOW at https://www.raceforward.org/training-and-events/j…

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Benefits of APPA Membership, Advocacy Efforts Detailed by APPA’s Jeff Haas 7:45

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Jeff Haas, Senior Vice President for Membership and Marketing at APPA, discusses the benefits of being a member of APPA and details how advocacy is a cornerstone of APPA’s work.By American Public Power Association

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Load Research Case Study Detailed by Officials with Belmont Light, Daymark Energy Advisors 17:26

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Kevin Bleau, Energy Resources Manager at Massachusetts public power utility Belmont Light, and Doron Koll, an energy consultant at Daymark Energy Advisors, discuss a load research case study that informed Belmont Light’s rate design. This free public resource was completed in collaboration with APPA.…

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(Bonus) The Solidarity is This Podcast - Solidarity as Strategy: Building Power Across Movements 1:00:43

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Importance of Community Engagement Tied to Data Centers Highlighted by Silicon Valley Power’s Nico Procos 29:34

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Community Tree Distribution Programs: Advancing Energy Efficiency, Customer Engagement, and Resilient Communities 1:00:25

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Public power utilities face growing expectations to deliver on energy efficiency, customer satisfaction, and community resilience — often with limited internal resources. Trees can play a powerful role in meeting these objectives when strategically integrated into utility initiatives. In this podcast, we’ll explore how community tree distribution p…

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APPA’s Paul Zummo Details Recently Released Performance Indicators Survey 7:37

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Paul Zummo, Director for Energy Efficiency Developments & Statistics at APPA, discusses APPA’s recently released 2024 APPA Performance Indicators Survey.By American Public Power Association

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Franklin PUD GM and CEO Victor Fuentes Details Workforce Strategies Including Successful Student Intern Program 9:09

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Victor Fuentes, General Manager and CEO of Washington State’s Franklin PUD, discusses the launch of a successful student intern program at Franklin PUD and other efforts at the PUD to proactively address workforce issues facing the utility sector in the latest episode of Public Power Now. He also addresses the steps that Franklin PUD is taking to m…

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Pasadena Water and Power General Manager David Reyes Details Energy Storage Project 19:02

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, David Reyes, General Manager of Pasadena Water and Power in California, discusses how the utility is helping to achieve Pasadena’s goal of sourcing 100% of Pasadena’s electricity from carbon-free sources by the end of 2030 and provides details on a utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System being pursued …

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Psychoanalysis for Youth: Theory, Practice & Impact

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In this episode, we delve into the foundational principles, therapeutic techniques, and transformative impact of psychoanalysis on children and families. Whether you are a parent, mental health professional, student, or someone interested in understanding the human mind, this episode offers valuable insights and practical knowledge. Our guest, Dr. …

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Heartland Energy’s Casey Crabtree Provides Details on Data Center Rate Policy 10:48

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Casey Crabtree, Director of Economic Development at Heartland Energy, a South Dakota-based joint action agency, provides details on Heartland Energy’s Demand-Adjusted Technology Advantage program, an interruptible data center rate policy, which was launched in March of this year.…

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Facing Cybersecurity Realities: Executive Lessons on IT/OT Integration in Public Power 1:04:35

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Public power organizations face distinct cybersecurity challenges, including limited budgets, regulatory pressures, legacy assets, and increasing threats. Join this candid, executive-level discussion featuring two public power cybersecurity leaders and a security consulting director with deep experience in energy and national security who will shar…

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Latest Environmental Regulation Developments Detailed by APPA’s Carolyn Slaughter 14:55

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In the latest episode of APPA’s Public Power Now podcast, Carolyn Slaughter, Senior Director for Environmental Policy at APPA, provides an update on key environmental regulations of importance to the public power community including EPA’s proposal to repeal Mercury and Air Toxics Standards Rule Amendments. She also details what resources APPA offer…

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CEO of California CCA MCE Details Benefits of Issuing Green Bonds 16:50

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Dawn Weisz, CEO of California community choice aggregator MCE, provides details on the benefits that flow to MCE and its member communities from the issuance of green bonds and describes MCE’s approach to power supply planning.By American Public Power Association

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Customer Academy, Workforce Strategies are Detailed by President and CEO of the Paris Board of Public Utilities 26:11

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Terry Wimberley, President and CEO of the Paris Board of Public Utilities, the public power utility for Paris, Tennessee, details how the utility engages with the Paris community and its customers including Paris BPU’s Customer Academy. He also discusses the strategies that the utility has implemented with…

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Utilities Director for Columbia, Missouri, Details Utility’s Approach to Power Supply Planning 19:22

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Erin Keys, Utilities Director for Columbia, Missouri, details how the city’s utility approaches power supply planning and discusses projections for power demand. She also discusses what her priorities have been since taking on her new role as Utilities Director. Keys started in her new role as Utilities Di…

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Remote Drone Inspection, From an Office Chair 2,000 Miles Away 54:26

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The Old Way: An alert happens. A crew rolls. You wait to understand what’s happening. The New Way: A remotely docked drone launches automatically. You see the situation live. And act within minutes—not hours. Remote response with docked drones is now a practical, everyday tool to give you eyes on every asset — anytime, from anywhere. Join us to see…

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Utilities Director for Loveland, Colorado, Details Success of Drone Inspection Program 24:05

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Sharon Israel, Utilities Director for the public power community of Loveland, Colorado, discusses the success of the utility’s drone inspection program, which launched a year ago, and details the ways in which Loveland benefits from its relationship with Platte River Power Authority, a joint action agency.…

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Impact of New Law on Public Power, Key Tax Credit-Related Deadlines Detailed by APPA’s John Godfrey 11:45

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, John Godfrey, Senior Government Relations Director at APPA, discusses the recent enactment of budget reconciliation legislation and the new law’s effect on public power. Meanwhile, the enactment of the budget reconciliation legislation has started the clock on a number of tax credit-related deadlines, whic…

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KYMEA President and CEO Doug Buresh Details Power Supply Portfolio Strategies 18:16

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Doug Buresh, President and CEO of the Kentucky Municipal Energy Agency, discusses the key benefits that KYMEA offers to its all requirements members and details KYMEA’s strategies related to assembling its power supply portfolio.By American Public Power Association

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Maximizing Educational Impact with Limited Resources 1:02:46

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What if the young people in your community became your utility's biggest advocates? We know youth engagement can feel like a "nice-to-have" rather than a strategic priority. But forward-thinking utilities are discovering that early energy education creates lasting community relationships, builds future workforce pipelines, and transforms how famili…

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Advances & Careers in Psychoanalytic Research with Barbara Milrod | Psychoanalysis & You - Official APsA Podcast

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Psychoanalysis & You is the official podcast of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA) about psychoanalysis and everyday. In this episode of ‘Psychoanalysis and You’, Dr. Gail Saltz interviews Barbara Milrod M.D., a distinguished professor of psychiatry and director of psychotherapy research. They discuss the challenges and advancements in …

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Key Takeaways from Groton Electric Light Department Time-of-Use Rate Case Study are Detailed 14:54

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Kevin Kelly, the former Manager of Groton Electric Light Department in Massachusetts, discusses a time-of-use rate case study that the utility completed in 2024 in collaboration with APPA. Among other things, he details the key takeaways from the study.By American Public Power Association

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Easton Utilities President and CEO John Horner Details Broadband Project, Efforts Tied to Safety, Reliability 25:31

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In the latest episode of APPA’s Public Power Now podcast, John Horner, President and CEO of Maryland public power utility Easton Utilities, discusses the utility’s broadband project including how grant funding for the project was secured. He also details the steps that Easton Utilities has taken to earn recognition for its safe operating practices …

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Reducing Costs for Public Power through Advanced Transmission Technologies 58:14

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Many public power entities want to protect their customers from rising transmission costs while also meeting the increasing demand for power and integrating new resources. In this podcast, you will learn more about the array of technologies available today to expand transmission capacity, efficiency, and reliability at a much lower cost and speed t…

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Florida Municipal Electric Association Executive Director Amy Zubaly Details Hurricane Preparation Activities 11:36

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Amy Zubaly, Executive Director of the Florida Municipal Electric Association, discusses how public power utilities and FMEA have prepared for this year’s hurricane season including a 2025 Hurricane & Storm Preparedness Forum held by FMEA in May.By American Public Power Association

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New Guidebook Provides Tools, Insights to Help Public Power Utilities Create a Strategic Plan 14:30

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Steve VanderMeer, an executive consultant, discusses a new guidebook, Strategic Planning in Public Power: Creating a Guide to Enduring Success, which provides tools and insights to help public power utilities create a strategic plan that aligns with community values and expectations.…

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Advising Organizations and Leaders with Alexander Stein | Psychoanalysis & You APsA Podcast

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Episode 16 Advising Organizations and Leaders with Alexander Stein | Psychoanalysis & You| APsA Official Podcast Psychoanalysis & You is the official podcast of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA) about psychoanalysis and everyday life hosted by Dr. Gail Saltz. In this episode, our host interviews Alexander Stein, a psychoanalyst and fou…

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Virtual Summit to Explore Latest Advancements and Future Prospects of New Nuclear 5:32

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Ursula Schryver, Senior Vice President for Education, Training & Events at APPA, discusses APPA’s 2025 Current State of Nuclear Virtual Summit, which is scheduled to take place August 19 through August 21. The summit will explore the latest advancements and future prospects of new nuclear, including small …

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Episode 06: More Than a Moment: Minneapolis, Our Movement, and the Ongoing Struggle for Freedom with Minister JaNaé Bates, Co-Executive Director of ISAIAH 1:03:35

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In this episode of Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast, Minister JaNaé Bates Co- Executive Director of ISAIAH, a multi-racial, state-wide, nonpartisan coalition of faith communities fighting for racial and economic justice in Minnesota joins host jaboa lake, Race Forward Senior Director of Impact Evaluation, Learning, and Research for a compelling con…

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APPA’s Lindsey Buttel Details How Utility Salary Survey Results Will be Utilized to Benefit APPA Members 7:14

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Lindsey Buttel, Manager for Research and Statistics at APPA, details how results from APPA’s 2025 Utility Salary Survey will be utilized to benefit APPA’s members and discusses the types of questions that are included in the survey.By American Public Power Association

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Enhance Physical Security with Smart Perimeter Solutions & Line of Sight Technology 42:08

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Learn how 3B Protection is redefining perimeter security with its innovative smart perimeter solutions and advanced line of sight engineering technology. The speakers will walk you through real-world applications, system capabilities, and how 3B’s customizable solutions can meet your site-specific needs—without breaking your budget. You will discov…

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APPA Blueprint Provides Elective Pay Guidance to Public Power Utilities Across a Number of Areas 21:07

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, John Godfrey, Senior Government Relations Director at APPA, discusses APPA’s newly released Elective Pay Blueprint for Public Power, which provides guidance to public power utilities that are considering the development of projects relying on elective payment of energy tax credits. Among other things, he p…

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MMEA Executive Director Katie Abraham Details Key Findings from Report on Benefits of Public Power 30:51

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Katie Abraham, Executive Director of the Michigan Municipal Electric Association, discusses key findings included in a recently released report that details the positive impact of public power utilities in the state. She also describes the services that MMEA provides to its member utilities and details how…

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Maternal Ambivalence with Tracy Sidesinger | Psychoanalysis & You - official APsA podcast 42:40

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Episode 15 Maternal Ambivalence with Tracy Sidesinger | Psychoanalys & You| APsA Official Podcast Psychoanalysis & You is the official podcast of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA) about psychoanalysis and everyday life hosted by Dr. Gail Saltz. In this episode, Dr. Tracy Sidesinger, a psychoanalytic psychologist based in New York, join…

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Community Engagement Efforts, Clean Energy Accomplishments Detailed by Alameda Municipal Power GM 15:19

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Tim Haines, General Manager of California public power utility Alameda Municipal Power, details how the utility engages with its customers and the Alameda community and discusses the steps the utility has taken to achieve 100% clean energy since 2020. This episode of Public Power Now is sponsored by the En…

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Earning APPA Reliable Public Power Provider Program Designation Offers Many Benefits 9:04

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Ji Yoon Lee, Manager, Research and Development at APPA, details how APPA members benefit from receiving an APPA Reliable Public Power Provider program designation. This episode of Public Power Now is sponsored by the Energy Authority.By American Public Power Association

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Plans to Add Generation Detailed by President and CEO of City Utilities of Springfield, Mo. 12:26

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Dwayne Fulk, President and CEO at City Utilities of Springfield, Missouri, discusses the public power utility’s plans to add generation and details the strategies that the utility has adopted to maintain low rates for its customers. This episode of Public Power Now is sponsored by the Energy Authority.…

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Key Sessions, Activities at APPA National Conference in New Orleans Are Detailed 14:55

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Jeff Stewart, Director of Louisiana public power utility Lafayette Utilities System, and chair of the National Conference Local Arrangements Committee, and Ursula Schryver, APPA’s Senior Vice President, Education, Training, and Events, detail key sessions and activities at APPA’s 2025 National Conference i…

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Powering the Future: How Public Utilities Can Lead the AI Revolution 1:00:20

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We sit down with Nur Bernhardt, Vice President at Cloverleaf Infrastructure, to explore how public utilities can collaborate with Cloverleaf to attract new large loads. We’ll dive into the surging electricity demand driven by AI-powered data centers, the challenges and opportunities for utilities, and the critical role of grid infrastructure in sha…

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Psychedelics and Psychoanalysis with Ann Rundel | Psychoanalysis & You - Official APsA Podcast 43:53

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Episode 14 Exploring Psychedelic-Assisted Psychoanalysis with Megan Rundel | Psychoanalysis & You | APsA official podcast Psychoanalysis & You is the official podcast of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA) about psychoanalysis and everyday life, hosted by Dr. Gail Saltz. In this insightful episode of 'Psychoanalysis of You,' host Gail Sa…

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Steps Taken to Maintain High Levels of Safety, Reliability Detailed by Utilities Director of Stoughton Utilities 7:33

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Jill Weiss, Utilities Director of Wisconsin public power utility Stoughton Utilities, details the steps that the utility has taken to maintain high levels of safety and reliability and discusses a program under which utility customers can help support local community service organizations.…

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New GM of the Kansas City Board of Public Utilities Discusses IRP, Details Long-Term Goals 22:21

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Jeremy Ash, General Manager of the Kansas City Board of Public Utilities, a Kansas public power utility, discusses the utility’s most recent integrated resource plan and offers details on his long-term goals for BPU. Ash officially became general manager of the utility at the start of this year.…

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McMinnville Water and Light Communications Trailer Helps Utility Prepare to Respond to a Variety of Disaster Events 11:02

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Steve Wendell, Civil Engineering Supervisor at Oregon public power utility McMinnville Water and Light, discusses a communications trailer developed by the utility that will enable it to communicate if a disaster damages or wipes out communication systems regionally or nationally.…

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Benefits of Participating in APPA’s Leadership Essentials Certificate Program Detailed by Public Power Officials 14:30

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In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Halley Roberson, City Manager for the City of Beloit, Kansas, Amy Adamy, Public Relations and Marketing Manager for Michigan public power utility Lansing Board of Water & Light, and Ursula Schryver, Senior Vice President for Education, Training, and Events at APPA, discuss the Leadership Essentials Certifi…

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DBT & ASD Deep Dive with Critical Infrastructure Security Experts 41:00

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Is safeguarding your critical infrastructure and utility assets a top priority? In an era of increasing threats, understanding vulnerabilities and implementing robust security measures are no longer optional—they are essential. This comprehensive session will give you actionable insights into two pivotal tools in modern physical security planning: …