Welcome to the E Source blog! Our staff will share insights and observations about life at E Source, our events, our research, and other fun stuff.


E Source exchanges: Build your network to solve your most pressing challenges

Sannie Sieper | February 24, 2020 | 3 min read

Announcing E Source exchanges: solutions-driven virtual events where you can collaborate with E Source experts and industry leaders to address the most pressing challenges utilities are facing today.

The E Source Podcast: Covering the latest in utility trends, best practices, and critical issues

Jeremy Fischer | February 20, 2020 | 1 min read
New for 2020, E Source is launching its very own podcast! We've taken sessions from our annual conference, the E Source Forum, and turned them into podcast episodes.

Will you SMB my valentine?

Amy Schmidt | February 14, 2020 | 3 min read

This Valentine’s Day, E Source is doing some soul-searching on how to kindle the flame between utilities and their small and midsize business (SMB) customers. Here are four high-level insights to help you get started.

What Are the Pros and Cons of Electrification in Today’s Market?

Bill LeBlanc | January 22, 2020 | 2 min read
Electrification is a hot topic in the energy industry and many utilities see it as a means to pursue broader energy, climate, and sustainability goals. Join an in-person training course to ensure your electrification efforts are beneficial.

Accessibility in Color

Melissa Utomo | January 7, 2020 | 2 min read
In an effort to continue ramping up the accessibility of our website, we've made a change to our link and button colors throughout our site.

Become an electric vehicle EVangelist! Part 2

Ryan Odell | January 6, 2020 | 3 min read

In the past few years, the EV market has evolved from focusing primarily on passenger electric vehicles to comprehensive transportation electrification. Make sure to consider all your options to maximize load growth and emission reductions.

Season’s Greetings from E Source!

Mary Sullivan | December 12, 2019 | 1 min read
One of the joys of the holiday season is the opportunity to say thank you and to wish you—our members, partners, and friends—a cheerful holiday and all the best in the coming year.

How Are Utilities Reacting to the DOE’s Rollback of EISA Standards?

Liza Minor | December 4, 2019 | 6 min read
Actions by the US Department of Energy may solidify the delayed implementation of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA), but the clock is still ticking on the cost-effectiveness and market availability for lighting programs.

Like a Moth to a Flame: Gas Demand-Response Sparks Interest Among Utilities

Clare Valentine | November 26, 2019 | 2 min read

As the demand for natural gas grows, utilities face an increasing need for gas infrastructure. To address constraints, utilities are launching gas demand response (DR) initiatives, but it's too soon to tell whether it can provide reliability or economic value

Are You Equipped to Support Business Customers With Sector-Specific Content and Energy Advice?

Devin Fink | November 5, 2019 | 4 min read
Are you ready to transform your business customer operations? E Source Business Energy Advisor provides a one-stop shop for sector-specific energy advice and gives you another channel for improving engagement with your business customers while also promoting energy efficiency programs.