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The Inside Story Newsletter
Story Partners is pleased to introduce its new monthly newsletter “Inside Story,” where we will share insights on topics that impact public affairs. We welcome your feedback and hope you find it of value.
TRENDING TOPICS
Story Partners is pleased to introduce its new monthly newsletter “Inside Story,” where we will share insights on topics that impact public affairs. We welcome your feedback and hope you find it of value.
Utilities: Our Country’s Powerline
/in Inside Story, Utilities /by Gloria Story DittusStable, reliable and cost-effective energy prices are key factors that spur economic growth across the nation. Over the years, economic growth has boomed in some regions of the country in large part because of low-cost, reliable electricity provided by the local utility company. That’s why utility companies play a major role in the economic development […]
Made in America: Utilities’ Impact on Manufacturing
/in Inside Story, Utilities /by Jay TimmonsAffordable, reliable energy is the lifeblood of manufacturing in America. Our industry accounts for nearly one-third of the energy consumed in the country. That powers us to contribute $2.38 trillion to GDP and employ more than 12.8 million Americans. Energy costs are therefore top of mind when companies choose where and whether to invest in […]
A TVA Core Mission: Economic Development
/in Inside Story, Utilities /by Jeff LyashWith some of the biggest corporate names in manufacturing, aerospace and defense, technology, and transportation calling the Tennessee Valley home, it’s easy to forget that the largest public power utility in the nation was borne because of a need to help a struggling region that was locked in poverty. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) was […]
Energy’s Impact on Site Selection
/in Inside Story, Utilities /by James “Jed” DurbinOver the past 30 years being involved with manufacturing plants and manufacturing greenfield projects, it has become more and more important to make the reliable and cost-effective energy sources to a facility a top three priority. This not only is evident in the facility that may already exist, but also and more importantly, when selecting […]
Powering Our Lives
/in Inside Story, Utilities /by Marty DurbinMost homeowners have a simple relationship with their local utility: a bill comes in the mail each month and they pay it. The lights come on and their appliances work. But these everyday conveniences are predominately taken for granted. Utility customers rarely stop to think about the importance of reliable, affordable energy in their daily […]
Driving Alabama’s Competitiveness via Utilities
/in Inside Story, Utilities /by Steve SpencerOver the last two decades, Alabama has emerged as one of the most competitive states for recruiting business and industry, attracting investment from leading companies such as Toyota, Airbus, Honda, Amazon, Baxter, GE Aviation, Lockheed Martin, Facebook, Mercedes-Benz, Google, Boeing, Hyundai and Blue Origin. Each time Alabama competed for a major industrial prize, utilities were […]
The Nationwide Shift to Clean Energy
/in Climate Change, Gloria's Column, Inside Story /by Gloria Story DittusProtecting the environment is a priority for most Americans. There is a debate among lawmakers and the public over how to best protect our natural resources, but most Americans agree that action is necessary.
Taking Action Against the Effects of Climate Change
/in Climate Change, Inside Story /by Congressman Francis RooneyAmericans believe climate change is real, and it is time to start transitioning to clean energy and focusing more on policy initiatives that will deal with this issue.
LPPC Calls for Federal Action on Infrastructure, Grid Modernization & Carbon Reduction
/in Climate Change, Inside Story /by John Di StasioAt the Large Public Power Council (LPPC), our members are consumer-driven utilities, committed to reliability, affordability, environmental stewardship and economic development. Their commitment to their customers, communities and the environment has seen our members take proactive steps to improve air quality, reduce carbon emissions and shift towards a cleaner energy future.
Leveling the Playing Field in a Cleaner and Greener Economy
/in Climate Change, Inside Story /by Congressman Bobby L. RushThe energy industry is the third-largest industry in the U.S. and is projected to continue to grow. An estimated 60 percent of energy sector job growth will occur in skilled and technical jobs, and many of these jobs will occur in the clean energy sector. Of the entire energy sector, energy efficiency jobs are the […]