Today Calvin Fine, Head of Marketing Operations at VECKTA, joins us to explain how businesses are rethinking their relationships with utilities and the strategic options available for energy procurement. You'll learn how the rise of battery energy storage systems and renewable energy is empowering companies to move beyond traditional utility dependency. We discuss how energy costs, greenhouse gas emissions, and reliability concerns are driving businesses to explore new solutions like solar and storage systems.

Calvin also sheds light on why energy has transformed from a bottleneck to a strategic asset for many businesses. With increasing utility costs and pressure to meet sustainability targets, companies now have more choices in their energy sourcing. Discover how procurement teams can create value, reduce costs, and take control of their energy strategy by partnering with the right suppliers and leveraging emerging technologies.

What You'll Learn In Today's Episode:

• How procurement teams think about energy and utility relationships.
• The rise of battery energy storage systems as an alternative to utilities.
• Why energy is evolving from a bottleneck to a strategic conversation for businesses.
• How solar and storage solutions can reduce costs and provide energy independence.
• The impact of rising utility costs and greenhouse gas pressures on energy decisions.
• Why procurement teams are crucial allies in strategic energy planning.

Resources In Today's Episode:

• Calvin Fine: LinkedIn
• Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
• VECKTA: News

You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/4h46vy6b

What do the Olympics have in common with the energy transition? In this episode, we draw compelling parallels between Olympic athletes’ commitment to their sport and the effort businesses must put into achieving sustainability goals. You’ll learn how the pursuit of operational resilience through energy innovation can be just as demanding and rewarding as training for Olympic gold.

We’ll explore how companies can meet rising energy demands, especially when incorporating advanced technologies like robotics and AI, and why relying solely on the grid is risky. Listen in to discover the key benefits of investing in onsite renewable energy systems and how they contribute to long-term business success.

What You'll Learn In Today's Episode:

• How the Olympics are similar to achieving corporate sustainability goals.
• Why operational resilience is like winning a gold medal for businesses.
• Where onsite renewable energy systems can solve grid reliability issues.
• How AI and robotics impact energy demand in businesses.
• Why investing in renewable energy systems benefits long-term business success.
• What net zero and carbon neutrality mean for your company’s energy strategy.
• Why relying on the grid is risky when scaling operations.
• Where companies can reduce costs through energy system revamps.
• How the energy transition offers major opportunities for businesses.
• Why training like an Olympic athlete mirrors preparing for the energy transition.

Resources In Today's Episode:

• Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
• Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
• VECKTA: News

You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/yskypfu4

How can sustainability drive both environmental and business success? In this episode, Kristen Siemen, Chief Sustainability Officer at General Motors, shares insights on how GM is integrating sustainability into their core business strategy. Discover how GM is tackling Scope 3 emissions by not just focusing on electric vehicles, but also ensuring that the electricity powering these vehicles comes from renewable sources. Learn about GM's approach to working with suppliers and stakeholders to achieve shared sustainability goals and how the company’s culture and commitment to continuous improvement drive their long-term success.

Listen in to understand how you can apply these principles to your own business and why sustainability isn’t just an option but a strategic imperative. Kristen’s insights offer a roadmap for balancing environmental responsibility with business profitability, showing that progress is made through continuous efforts rather than waiting for perfection.

What You'll Learn In Today's Episode:

• How Kristen got involved in sustainability.
• The importance of collaboration.
• How GM tackles Scope 3 emissions with electric vehicles and renewable energy.
• The importance of working with suppliers to meet sustainability goals.
• How to engage stakeholders in sustainability efforts.
• Why continuous improvement and goal-setting matter for success.
• How GM’s company culture supports its sustainability strategy.

Resources In Today's Episode:

• Kristen Siemen: LinkedIn
• Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
• Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
• VECKTA: News

You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/3m5yjsdm