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Patrick Woodworth

Research Analyst, Research and Advisory
Topical Expertise Low- or moderate-income customersUnderserved customersEnergy equityStrategy
About the Author
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Patrick Woodworth researches low-income customer issues, next-generation trends, and equitable transitions to a clean energy economy. Before joining E Source, Patrick worked for DEFG, which E Source acquired in July 2022. Patrick also worked as a consultant on organizational strategy, helping nonprofits, universities, and businesses assess and align their strategies for success. He holds a double BA in philosophy and communication studies with a minor in political science from Eastern Washington University.

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5 creative approaches to utility payment assistance programs

Coming out of the COVID economy and into an inflationary one has left a lot of utilities with a lot of debt, as many low- and moderate-income (LMI) customers have struggled to keep up to date with payments. Managing arrears while maintaining flexibility for struggling customers is a balancing
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