The Distributed Energy Strategy and Policy Director is responsible for:
Providing leadership and direction in the development of Distributed Technology investment and customer products strategy and related policy support for Duke Energy in the jurisdiction for which he/she is responsible.
Lead cross-functional teams to create plans which enable Duke Energy to invest in Distributed Technologies (such as renewables, combined heat and power, battery storage and electric vehicle infrastructure) and generate revenues to recover the cost of those investments and increase the earnings contribution from ;
Identifying and analyzing renewable and environmental issues and risks which may significantly impact the corporation and, in coordination with multiple departments across the enterprise, develop and execute strategic action plans to effectively manage these issues and promote the corporation's interests;
Building and maintaining positive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent analysis, reporting and policy development across the enterprise. Manage the coordination and development of company comments to proposed state and federal rules and regulations;
Working effectively with internal stakeholders to assist state and federal (legislative and regulatory) efforts (e.g., providing company-specific data on various issues) and educate/provide guidance on key energy and environmental issues.
Represent Duke Energy (in conjunction with Government Affairs) in State Legislative Efforts and stakeholder meetings on critical legislation that is designed to improve the investment environment for Duke Energy in Distributed Technology and Renewables. This includes explaining to key legislators the company's position on an issue and the related legislation necessary to address it.
Representing the company and ensuring appropriate representation, as needed, in energy and environmental stakeholder organizations, advocacy efforts and educational opportunities (e.g., utility policy committees, steering committees, etc.);
Supporting the General Manager, Strategy, Policy and Strategic Investment and Vice President, DET Business Development on key policy and regulatory initiatives designed to increase utility investment opportunities and improve earnings trajectory for each regulatory utility and jurisdiction
Develop legislative language (with legal) that enables Duke Energy to achieve its strategic financial and operational objectives while simultaneously making such legislation acceptable to other stakeholders .
The Distributed Energy Strategy and Policy Director must demonstrate a high level of critical/strategic thinking to resolve high impact, complex and/or cross-functional problems. Demonstrated leadership, self-starter, communication, and interpersonal skills required. Must possess a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and influence internally within the company and industry peers as well as externally with government officials and policymakers.
Duke Energy
526 S Church St
Charlotte
North Carolina United States
www.duke-energy.com
