by Mike Beehler | Dec 2, 2020 | Whitepapers
The challenges of 2020 are a true test of American business leadership especially in our regulated electric and gas utilities with an “obligation” to serve. What should the CEO of a post COVID-19 electric utility focus on in 2021 and beyond? The future depends on...
by Mike Beehler | Mar 4, 2020 | Whitepapers
Election season is upon us and the mayors of America have a challenging idea perfect for engineers to lead on…. The U.S. Conference of Mayors has proposed an election-year policy agenda called Mayors’ Vision for America: A 2020 Call for Action. See prnewswire.com. The...
by Mike Beehler | Feb 11, 2020 | Whitepapers
The Green New Deal was proposed by the Green Party of the United States in 2016. The Green New Deal outlines a plan to develop a new, green economy based on 100% clean energy by 2030. It has been endorsed and promoted by many candidates for President of the United...
by Mike Beehler | Dec 30, 2019 | Whitepapers
America needs new infrastructure. The American Society of Civil Engineers ranks the condition of our infrastructure in the 2017 Report Card (at infrastructurereportcard.org), and we rate a disappointing, D+. There is no debate over the need to improve our...
by Mike Beehler | Oct 22, 2019 | Whitepapers
The electric power industry has long stated that overhead (OH) electric distribution is more cost-effective than underground (UG) distribution. This was primarily because the capital investment was lower. But this is the 21st Century, and we don’t need to design...
by Mike Beehler | Oct 15, 2019 | Whitepapers
Electrification is sweeping through America. The application of safe, reliable, affordable and clean electricity claims many benefits. But, just what are those benefits and why should engaged mayors care? Forward looking, inclusive solutions to never-ending,...
