Think energy justice and equity is just about doing good? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of Just Power, diversity strategist and energy expert Pamela Fann and Host, Carolyn Parrs, discuss why energy providers who aren't investing in equity aren't just missing out on social impact—they're missing out on profit.

As the Founder and CEO of Integrated Solutions, Pam has helped energy providers transform equity from a compliance checkbox into a powerful business driver. She breaks down why some utilities are winning big with regulators while others struggle, and shares the surprising connection between cultural competency and bottom-line results.

Key ideas

• Why diversity isn't just about HR—it's about business strategy.
• How to build leadership buy-in by speaking the language of ROI.
• What successful utilities are doing differently in community engagement.
• How to measure equity impacts in ways that matter to investors.

Whether you're a utility leader wondering if equity is worth the investment, or a sustainability professional trying to make the business case to leadership, this conversation will give you the insights and evidence you need.

Chapters

00:00
Energy Equity and Its Importance

01:09
Pamela Fann's Journey into Energy Equity

04:42
Defining Energy Equity

07:43
The Importance of Acknowledging Injustices

11:06
The Urgency of Energy Equity in Transition

12:37
The Role of Community in Energy Solutions

14:48
Misconceptions About Energy Equity Investments

19:01
The Human Side of Energy Equity

20:23
Dismantling Myths About Energy Equity Funding

22:40
The Business Case for Energy Equity

24:07
Integrating Equity in Regulatory Processes

30:57
Telling a Compelling Story to Investors

33:12
Connecting People to Purpose

37:15
Building Leadership Buy-In

40:25
Operationalizing Cultural Competency

43:58
Diversity as a Business Strategy

46:50
Measuring Impact and ROI

54:14
Future of Equity in Energy

58:04
Legacy of Community Empowerment

Links

Pamela Fann: [email protected]

www.integratedsolutionsllc.net

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Just Power is produced and hosted by Carolyn Parrs, sustainability and environmental communication and marketing consultant, coach, and advocate for a just transition to clean energy that leaves no one behind. The podcast is brought to you by New Mexico State University and Mind Over Markets.

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