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Amped Up delves into the evolving landscape of the U.S. utility industry, offering insight into the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector. Hosted by Melissa Parvis, a seasoned utility consultant, each episode provides fresh insights into critical issues and industry-specific corporate culture. The podcast fosters an exchange of ideas among thought leaders and subject matter experts, with the goal of enhancing performance and driving the future of electric utilities across the nation.
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S1E8 Leading Modern Teams in Utility Companies
This episode explores the critical elements of managing in utility companies in the modern era. Together with my guest, Greg Downs, a utility management veteran and passionate proponent of authentic…
S1E7 The Future of Clean Energy with Peter Kelly-Detwiler
In this conversation, Peter Kelly-Detwiler discusses the latest advancements in electric generation technology, focusing on the integration of renewable energy sources, the challenges faced in…
S1E6 Managing increasing electricity demand, a discussion with Tyler Norris
The U.S. electric grid is under pressure from skyrocketing demand—data centers, EVs, industrial growth—but do we really need massive transmission and generation expansions? In this episode, Tyler…
S1E5 The Biggest Threat to Critical Infrastructure NOBODY is Talking About!
Joe Weiss, a leading expert in industrial cybersecurity, reveals a critical vulnerability in our power grids, water systems, and manufacturing plants that most people don't even know about! In this…
S1E4 The Transmission Spending Dilemma: Local vs Regional Planning
In this conversation, Melissa Parvis and Claire Wayner discuss the urgent need for modernization of the US transmission grid, the role of RMI in the clean energy transition, and the challenges of…
S1E3 The Legal Fight for Clean Energy: Battery Storage, Electrification, and the Future of Utilities
What role does energy storage play in the future of clean energy—and what legal battles are shaping its adoption? In this episode, Matthew Vespa, senior attorney at Earthjustice, explores the legal,…
S1E2 Decentralization Disruptors: How Utilities Can Navigate the Clean Energy Shift
As energy decentralization gains momentum, how should utilities respond? John Farrell, co-director of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, explores the financial and regulatory forces reshaping the…
S1E1 Utility Infrastructure and Cyber Security 101: Why should you care?
In this episode of Amped Up, Melissa Parvis and Payam Hojjat discuss the critical importance of cybersecurity in the power industry and the broader implications for national infrastructure. As the…
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Amped Up has published 8 episodes since January 2025, covering topics in Business News, News.
Amped Up is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 50m.
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