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Author: Craig Rintoul

  • How Utilities can avoid biz-tech strategy pitfalls and implementation failures

    Craig Rintoul

    Business-technology strategies often become shelfware, even after hiring experts. Worse, implementations can fail or underperform due to flawed roadmaps and inflated business cases. Why does this happen, and how can you avoid it? This article offers practical, jargon-free advice to help you succeed. What do we mean by a business technology strategy A business technology… Read more

  • Energy equity – what is it and how does it affect utilities?

    Craig Rintoul

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    In this article, we will cover: What is energy equity / justice? Energy equity / justice is the concept that everyone, especially those who have been underserved, should have access to clean, affordable, and reliable energy. The Department of Energy (DOE) and Utility Regulators prioritize energy equity and environmental justice to improve the health, safety,… Read more

  • Sustainability in action – CopenHill

    Craig Rintoul

    In Copenhagen, Denmark lies Amager Bakke, a unique power plant. Not only is it the world’s cleanest waste-to-energy facility, it’s also home to a man-made mountain called CopenHill with its own ski slope, the world’s tallest climbing wall and challenging hiking trails up the building where you’ll find the best views of Copenhagen. Opened in… Read more

  • Building a pragmatic strategy, roadmap and business case

    Craig Rintoul

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    Focus on purposeful goals that drive value. Summary (this article is focused on ESG and can be extrapolated towards many business and technology projects and programs) Why is ESG critical to your ongoing success As companies look to the future, the demands for sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) are increasing. Black Rock CEO… Read more

  • 74% of supply chain leaders expect increased profits by 2025 from sustainable strategies

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    Can sustainability and profitability increase at the same time? Gartner believes so. Learn more: https://gtnr.it/3OOeVgG Read more

  • ESG – what is it and why does it matter?

    Craig Rintoul

    ESG – what is it? Environmental, social and governance (ESG) refers to an organization’s business practices and performance on various sustainability and ethical issues. It is often used by stakeholders to holistically measure and assess an organizations sustainability efforts. It is easily one of the largest areas for financial investment and those investors want to… Read more

  • Sustainability in action – CopenHill

    Craig Rintoul

    In Copenhagen, Denmark lies Amager Bakke, a unique power plant. Not only is it the world’s cleanest waste-to-energy facility, it’s also home to a man-made mountain called CopenHill with its own ski slope, the world’s tallest climbing wall and challenging hiking trails up the building where you’ll find the best views of Copenhagen. Opened in… Read more