//podcastplus.net/feed/icf-podcast~a2c87c01 Discussions about work that ignite real and lasting change. Learn more at www.icf.com Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:14:55 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/73106cbb1f39504bd3cf1c7a0fade731db07ced2.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMTMxODUyNjUsIm1kIjoxOTExLjM1LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE2MTQ3NjYsImIiOiI3MzEwNmNiYjFmMzk1MDRiZDNjZjFjN2EwZmFkZTczMWRiMDdjZWQyIiwibWIiOjIwOTE5LCJvYiI6OTYwMDAxLjcyNjUyODM3fQ%3D%3D--7702f554deddb68db9c61ecb63a76d0cee123a6ddd745b333e5af29f6b77ebe9 Tune in to Energy in 30, hosted by Joan Collins and David Meisegeier. In this episode, a panel of our experts revisit their top predictions for 2023. You’ll hear from Justin Rodgers, vice president of energy business development, Mike Jung, founding executive director of the ICF Climate Center, and Meredith Derr, senior director of disaster management. Together, they discuss how their predictions regarding the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) aligned with the actual impacts on the energy industry in 2023. Topics in today’s episode include: The influence of unforeseen global events on market instability and consumer confidence. The utilization of IRA and IIJA funding by local governments and nonprofits. Strategies and tactics employed by utilities to enhance customer engagement. Innovative approaches by GRIP programs in bundling stimulus funds. The importance of community partnerships in addressing spending law concerns and meetin... Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:36:42 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/73106cbb1f39504bd3cf1c7a0fade731db07ced2.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMTMxODUyNjUsIm1kIjoxOTExLjM1LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE2MTQ3NjYsImIiOiI3MzEwNmNiYjFmMzk1MDRiZDNjZjFjN2EwZmFkZTczMWRiMDdjZWQyIiwibWIiOjIwOTE5LCJvYiI6OTYwMDAxLjcyNjUyODM3fQ%3D%3D--7702f554deddb68db9c61ecb63a76d0cee123a6ddd745b333e5af29f6b77ebe9 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/bc11323df1174ff334970da195042b4b915affdb.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDQ3OTgzNDYsIm1kIjoxNzY4LjI4LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0OTcwNDIsImIiOiJiYzExMzIzZGYxMTc0ZmYzMzQ5NzBkYTE5NTA0MmI0YjkxNWFmZmRiIiwibWIiOjI4MTU5LCJvYiI6MTIwMDAwMC41NDI5MDA0NDU2fQ%3D%3D--21f4c35d7b4413c51898463e9edc175709564ef9506cd112797a849d29c9b197 Tune in to Energy in 30 hosted by Joan Collins and David Meisegeier. On our fourteenth episode, “The future of controlled environment agriculture,” hear from Derek Smith at the Resource Innovation Institute (RII), Jennifer Amann at the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), and ICF’s Director of Energy Efficiency Cody Allen. Together, they discuss the growth of efficiency in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). Topics in today’s episode include: How CEA can provide food security on a climate-constrained planet. Understanding the relationship between CEA and cannabis. The size and energy intensity of CEA facilities. The future of CEA and opportunities for new technology to emerge. Dealing with industry resistance and protecting intellectual property. Tue, 16 May 2023 11:46:12 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/bc11323df1174ff334970da195042b4b915affdb.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDQ3OTgzNDYsIm1kIjoxNzY4LjI4LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0OTcwNDIsImIiOiJiYzExMzIzZGYxMTc0ZmYzMzQ5NzBkYTE5NTA0MmI0YjkxNWFmZmRiIiwibWIiOjI4MTU5LCJvYiI6MTIwMDAwMC41NDI5MDA0NDU2fQ%3D%3D--21f4c35d7b4413c51898463e9edc175709564ef9506cd112797a849d29c9b197 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/9cb1d29b1035d1d3dd3356e5c6b1ba3f4c418c40.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDI5ODQxMzksIm1kIjoxODI2LjE3LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0NzEzMTMsImIiOiI5Y2IxZDI5YjEwMzVkMWQzZGQzMzU2ZTVjNmIxYmEzZjRjNDE4YzQwIiwibWIiOjIwMjIwLCJvYiI6MTE5OTk5OC43ODQzNDA5OTh9--de072f71794e4cde6abea15456a821dcb980a4eb7ae084b1859b7d38a83855ad Tune in to Energy in 30 hosted by Joan Collins and David Meisegeier. On our thirteenth episode, "Driving the utility industry toward equity," hear from Jeff Brown, energy efficiency and consumer programs manager at the Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO), and Karen Ehrhardt-Martinez, director of behavioral science and customer insights at ICF. Together, they discuss how energy utilities can effectively tackle the issue of customer equity in their energy efficiency programs. Topics in today’s episode include: How today’s utilities benchmark their progress toward customer equity. Starting points for more effective engagement with utility customers. The role of behavioral economics in framing how we think about energy use. The importance of more customer-centric models of energy efficiency. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 11:31:13 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/9cb1d29b1035d1d3dd3356e5c6b1ba3f4c418c40.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDI5ODQxMzksIm1kIjoxODI2LjE3LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0NzEzMTMsImIiOiI5Y2IxZDI5YjEwMzVkMWQzZGQzMzU2ZTVjNmIxYmEzZjRjNDE4YzQwIiwibWIiOjIwMjIwLCJvYiI6MTE5OTk5OC43ODQzNDA5OTh9--de072f71794e4cde6abea15456a821dcb980a4eb7ae084b1859b7d38a83855ad https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/2660e6978ff380c42135d7e126349a81edf4833e.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDI1Mzg2MjAsIm1kIjoxNzU0LjE3LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0NjUyMzEsImIiOiIyNjYwZTY5NzhmZjM4MGM0MjEzNWQ3ZTEyNjM0OWE4MWVkZjQ4MzNlIiwibWIiOjQxODM1LCJvYiI6MTIwMDAwMy4yMTUxOTU3OTA2fQ%3D%3D--718f058878691b16fe158327c7887b4557f0a950ba80811d67e3412a628e34ac Tune in to Energy in 30 hosted by Joan Collins and David Meisegeier. On our twelfth episode, "Insights for a sustainable and low-emissions future," hear from ICF Climate Center Executive Director Michael Jung. Together, we discuss the Climate Center’s mission to establish clear, practical pathways for reaching ambitious climate goals and the role of climate resiliency in addressing issues of equity and social justice. Topics in today’s episode include: The importance of sharing knowledge on climate mitigation and resilience. Storytelling as a powerful tool for inspiring people and organizations to change. Why climate change is inseparable from issues of equity and social justice. How—and why—everyone can contribute to solving climate challenges. Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:45:49 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/2660e6978ff380c42135d7e126349a81edf4833e.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDI1Mzg2MjAsIm1kIjoxNzU0LjE3LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0NjUyMzEsImIiOiIyNjYwZTY5NzhmZjM4MGM0MjEzNWQ3ZTEyNjM0OWE4MWVkZjQ4MzNlIiwibWIiOjQxODM1LCJvYiI6MTIwMDAwMy4yMTUxOTU3OTA2fQ%3D%3D--718f058878691b16fe158327c7887b4557f0a950ba80811d67e3412a628e34ac https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/41ce1f6f883ac7aa1ceac32d79f4127e8dcc7873.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDE1NzQzODEsIm1kIjoxODU0LjA3LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0NDk3ODAsImIiOiI0MWNlMWY2Zjg4M2FjN2FhMWNlYWMzMmQ3OWY0MTI3ZThkY2M3ODczIiwibWIiOjEzOTg2LCJvYiI6MTQzOTk5Ny42MDUyNjg0MDk3fQ%3D%3D--8f7e0d8e50cb2224dfc7ddb4f30409713b16237c9da448b17f25502c7df9d966 Tune in to Energy in 30 hosted by Joan Collins and David Meisegeier. On our eleventh episode, "Aligning utility branding with industry transformation," hear from ICF Senior Partner of Integrated Communications Matt Silverman and Karen Cleeve, senior vice president of communications for PSEG, New Jersey’s largest utility. Together, they discuss PSEG’s recent brand refresh and how utilities can reposition themselves to better represent their values and the transformation that’s happening in the industry. Topics in today’s episode include: Aligning a brand refresh with business strategy to improve stakeholder interactions Understanding shifting expectations for utilities Branding as a representation of values and purpose The PSEG origin story as inspiration for defining organizational DNA Gaining buy-in from all employees to drive brand unity Communicating a brand refresh to the public C-suite support is a critical component to the process Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:40:12 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/41ce1f6f883ac7aa1ceac32d79f4127e8dcc7873.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDE1NzQzODEsIm1kIjoxODU0LjA3LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0NDk3ODAsImIiOiI0MWNlMWY2Zjg4M2FjN2FhMWNlYWMzMmQ3OWY0MTI3ZThkY2M3ODczIiwibWIiOjEzOTg2LCJvYiI6MTQzOTk5Ny42MDUyNjg0MDk3fQ%3D%3D--8f7e0d8e50cb2224dfc7ddb4f30409713b16237c9da448b17f25502c7df9d966 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/b6c9c9d1dcca0593f1006302223aaf4cff6638b9.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDA0NDgxMDQsIm1kIjoyNDI0Ljc0LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0MzMzMjksImIiOiJiNmM5YzlkMWRjY2EwNTkzZjEwMDYzMDIyMjNhYWY0Y2ZmNjYzOGI5IiwibWIiOjMxMDIzLCJvYiI6OTU5OTk5LjE4MzQxNzYwMzZ9--e31bdab1ee034948bd59d453fb94574e13a9cc02cd5fca55a1ad27a5a5e2db16 As 988 takes shape across the country as the replacement for the 10-digit National Suicide Prevention Lifeline—part of the bipartisan National Suicide Hotline Designation Act—states continue to respond to the rise in workforce demand. In this second episode of our series on building and preparing the crisis services workforce, host Taylor Moore, director of research science at ICF, discusses the challenges and successes in scaling 988 across Missouri. He’s joined by Casey Muckler, a suicide prevention specialist with the Missouri Department of Mental Health to explore the ways in which organizations can recruit, train, support, and retain a dedicated and inclusive workforce. Together, they cover topics including: Responding to and preparing for an increase in 988 calls—and readying the workforce for even further anticipated influxes Training support replacing qualification requirements to create a robust workforce Supporting crisis specialists to make them feel confident, comfortable, and e... Mon, 13 Feb 2023 18:36:45 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/b6c9c9d1dcca0593f1006302223aaf4cff6638b9.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDA0NDgxMDQsIm1kIjoyNDI0Ljc0LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0MzMzMjksImIiOiJiNmM5YzlkMWRjY2EwNTkzZjEwMDYzMDIyMjNhYWY0Y2ZmNjYzOGI5IiwibWIiOjMxMDIzLCJvYiI6OTU5OTk5LjE4MzQxNzYwMzZ9--e31bdab1ee034948bd59d453fb94574e13a9cc02cd5fca55a1ad27a5a5e2db16 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/35045f3b0f327eab4cb233235949669b2c2a924f.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDA3NTM0MDksIm1kIjoxNjk5LjEzLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0Mzg0NDMsImIiOiIzNTA0NWYzYjBmMzI3ZWFiNGNiMjMzMjM1OTQ5NjY5YjJjMmE5MjRmIiwibWIiOjI3NzEwLCJvYiI6OTYwMDAyLjY0ODQxNDE4ODN9--9b9ca71854865f1ad920d23b6f7c71d874eb478f62b6765a46d3597f0cf264c9 Tune in to Energy in 30 hosted by Joan Collins and David Meisegeier. On our tenth episode, "IRA and IIJA strategies for utilities," hear from our thought leaders Michael Jung, Erica Larson, and Justin Rodgers as they share their thoughts on the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Together, they discuss trends among utilities and within the energy sector as implementation of the legislation takes shape. Topics in today’s episode include: Opportunities for the reinvention of energy infrastructure with a focus on equity The increase of funding and financial assistance for customers through state programs, local governments, nonprofits, and other players Shifting toward utility customer and community engagement Opportunities for increased transparency as stakeholders track money from grants and tax credits Consumer-owned utilities taking a more active role as asset owners and operators for renewal power and energy infrastructure Breaki... Mon, 06 Feb 2023 21:26:23 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/35045f3b0f327eab4cb233235949669b2c2a924f.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMDA3NTM0MDksIm1kIjoxNjk5LjEzLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fNDk5OTQwIiwiYyI6NDk5MDcsImUiOjE0Mzg0NDMsImIiOiIzNTA0NWYzYjBmMzI3ZWFiNGNiMjMzMjM1OTQ5NjY5YjJjMmE5MjRmIiwibWIiOjI3NzEwLCJvYiI6OTYwMDAyLjY0ODQxNDE4ODN9--9b9ca71854865f1ad920d23b6f7c71d874eb478f62b6765a46d3597f0cf264c9 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/7bfcabfe9c873b291d667740f64e91f38574c073.mp3?d=eyJtIjo5ODcyODI3MywibWQiOjIyNDcuNTIsImEiOiJ3aXN0aWEtcHJvZHVjdGlvbl80OTk5NDAiLCJjIjo0OTkwNywiZSI6MTQwOTI3MiwiYiI6IjdiZmNhYmZlOWM4NzNiMjkxZDY2Nzc0MGY2NGU5MWYzODU3NGMwNzMiLCJtYiI6MzM3ODUsIm9iIjo5NjAwMDEuMzg4MTk2NzY4fQ%3D%3D--b2b721f646ebe5ec3416147da53e4c236ce2089ed6a96c8cb1159504bfc17d0c In 2022, the U.S. transitioned the 10-digit National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to 988 as part of the bipartisan National Suicide Hotline Designation Act. To address the nation’s mental health crisis and increase access to crisis care, the transition to 988 demands increased call center capacity to support the influx in callers. In this podcast, Taylor Moore, director of research science at ICF, discusses the need for a prepared and diverse workforce in crisis call centers with colleague Kary James, vice president of equity and inclusion for the public sector at ICF. They are joined by Erik Jacobsen from Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners to discuss the shifting landscape of crisis workforce development. Together, they cover topics including: The transition to 988 in Colorado and beyond The impact of remote work on the crisis care workforce Supporting the mental health needs of crisis care staff The importance of adequate staffing for crisis call centers Expanding the cultural responsiveness of ... Tue, 20 Dec 2022 15:57:18 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/7bfcabfe9c873b291d667740f64e91f38574c073.mp3?d=eyJtIjo5ODcyODI3MywibWQiOjIyNDcuNTIsImEiOiJ3aXN0aWEtcHJvZHVjdGlvbl80OTk5NDAiLCJjIjo0OTkwNywiZSI6MTQwOTI3MiwiYiI6IjdiZmNhYmZlOWM4NzNiMjkxZDY2Nzc0MGY2NGU5MWYzODU3NGMwNzMiLCJtYiI6MzM3ODUsIm9iIjo5NjAwMDEuMzg4MTk2NzY4fQ%3D%3D--b2b721f646ebe5ec3416147da53e4c236ce2089ed6a96c8cb1159504bfc17d0c https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/eb888b25b267daabb15e1ef1e084d26741ff7240.mp3?d=eyJtIjo5ODU2MjQ3OSwibWQiOjE2MTAuMzIsImEiOiJ3aXN0aWEtcHJvZHVjdGlvbl80OTk5NDAiLCJjIjo0OTkwNywiZSI6MTQwNzUyMSwiYiI6ImViODg4YjI1YjI2N2RhYWJiMTVlMWVmMWUwODRkMjY3NDFmZjcyNDAiLCJtYiI6MzI0NjIsIm9iIjo5NTk5OTguOTkzOTg4NzcyNX0%3D--f48eee169ce09c5f46980cb907c23a11e4052923d107b7addf7dd93578769d81 Tune in to Energy in 30 hosted by Joan Collins and David Meisegeier. On our ninth episode, "Trends in reaching global decarbonization goals," hear from Mark Allington, vice president, energy in Europe and Asia. With more than 30 years of experience in the industry, Mark provides insight into the long-term goals, challenges, and opportunities faced by the global energy community’s commitment to decarbonization. Topics in today’s episode include: Tackling industrial decarbonization in Europe and the UK Carbon capture technology Electrification and clean energy trends Direct decarbonization support programs and funds Consumer participation and measures to impact household choices Fri, 09 Dec 2022 15:21:31 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/eb888b25b267daabb15e1ef1e084d26741ff7240.mp3?d=eyJtIjo5ODU2MjQ3OSwibWQiOjE2MTAuMzIsImEiOiJ3aXN0aWEtcHJvZHVjdGlvbl80OTk5NDAiLCJjIjo0OTkwNywiZSI6MTQwNzUyMSwiYiI6ImViODg4YjI1YjI2N2RhYWJiMTVlMWVmMWUwODRkMjY3NDFmZjcyNDAiLCJtYiI6MzI0NjIsIm9iIjo5NTk5OTguOTkzOTg4NzcyNX0%3D--f48eee169ce09c5f46980cb907c23a11e4052923d107b7addf7dd93578769d81 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/e9b1b9671ce1e914f032d19756e293b6c479b740.mp3?d=eyJtIjo5NzY4MTk1OCwibWQiOjE3NjcuNjgsImEiOiJ3aXN0aWEtcHJvZHVjdGlvbl80OTk5NDAiLCJjIjo0OTkwNywiZSI6MTM5NDUzNiwiYiI6ImU5YjFiOTY3MWNlMWU5MTRmMDMyZDE5NzU2ZTI5M2I2YzQ3OWI3NDAiLCJtYiI6MzA1NDgsIm9iIjo5NjAwMDAuMH0%3D--6b975db321dc8b20e0205036a93578aebef57e62a2337a7b95ca0c6637c69753 Tune in to Energy in 30 hosted by Joan Collins and David Meisegeier. On our eighth episode, "EV trends for consumers and utilities," hear from Emily Phan-Gruber, associate manager for transportation electrification at Duquesne Light Company (DLC), the utility powering the Pittsburgh area. She joins ICF Vice President for Transportation Electrification, Stacy Noblet, to discuss the state of local and national electric vehicle (EV) adoption and how utilities can lead the way in innovative programs. Topics in today’s episode include: Forecasting EV adoption for both residential and commercial applications Understanding local and national trends in policy support Load management strategy Understanding the biggest barriers to EV adoption, including resistance to change Adopting charging connection standards Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:22:40 +0000 https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/e9b1b9671ce1e914f032d19756e293b6c479b740.mp3?d=eyJtIjo5NzY4MTk1OCwibWQiOjE3NjcuNjgsImEiOiJ3aXN0aWEtcHJvZHVjdGlvbl80OTk5NDAiLCJjIjo0OTkwNywiZSI6MTM5NDUzNiwiYiI6ImU5YjFiOTY3MWNlMWU5MTRmMDMyZDE5NzU2ZTI5M2I2YzQ3OWI3NDAiLCJtYiI6MzA1NDgsIm9iIjo5NjAwMDAuMH0%3D--6b975db321dc8b20e0205036a93578aebef57e62a2337a7b95ca0c6637c69753