What stood out for the energy industry in 2023 — and what's next? On this year-end episode of Energy Sense, Jason Roop interviews Chris Rawlings, Chief Energy Officer of Bowerbird Energy. They discuss the trends, challenges and headlines in the energy industry. Chris talks about the company's growth, the challenges of recruiting and staffing, and how small businesses are adapting to economic conditions. They also discuss LED lighting, Artificial Intelligence in the energy industry, the Inflation Reduction Act — and what's ahead for 2024.
00:00:04 Reviewing energy industry trends.
00:02:25 Economy shifts access to capital.
00:04:55 Government contracting, energy efficiency, growth, hiring.
00:09:55 Uplift, empower, network, learn: DOD SkillBridge.
00:13:12 Energy industry frustration: slow progress.
00:15:16 Bringing team together to execute.
00:16:51 AI streamlines data analysis.
00:19:09 LED lighting expertise for businesses.
00:22:03 Growing energy podcast in '24.
00:22:22 Business lighting specialist help needed.
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