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The State of Dark Data in the Energy Industry
If dark data is so difficult to excavate and actually use, why is it so important?
Though the name sounds sinister, dark data is anything but. Over 80% of the world’s data is dark and unstructured. That’s a huge amount, and there are several factors that contribute to its continued creation.
Dark Data: What Does It Mean In The Energy World?
If dark data is so difficult to excavate and actually use, why is it so important?
Though the name sounds sinister, dark data is anything but. Over 80% of the world’s data is dark and unstructured. That’s a huge amount, and there are several factors that contribute to its continued creation.
In The Pursuit Of Sustainability, New Challenges Arise
And With Those Challenges Come Opportunities There’s no way around it: the climate crisis is heightening. Our warming Earth has become a “do or die” scenario for all of humanity, and it's been that way for years. It wasn’t until recently, however, that governments,...
Setting Up a Killer Personal Branding as an Energy Broker
All seasoned professionals know that a personal brand can make a difference in a good career. Yet, a lot of us don’t end up creating the time needed to make it happen. While you may already be a stellar energy broker, strong personal branding is critical for...
How Data Transparency Can Solve The Energy Dilemma
When you think of data transparency, I am sure that the energy market doesn’t FLASH to the front of your mind. Some industries are well ahead of others, and when it comes to the energy market, a participation trophy seems more appropriate. It is not due to a lack of...
How Does Being Sustainable Make Me a Better Business?
Across the globe, businesses are feeling a heightened sense of corporate social responsibility. As the threat of climate change looms and consumers continue to prioritize eco-friendly organizations, companies are taking note. Truly sustainable businesses are not to be...
Energy Trends According to Google Searches
THE ROAD AHEAD Our digital marketing team is very versed in all things Google. Oftentimes, we deep dive into the world of search demand to understand how people are thinking. More specifically, we like to know how people are searching for information on the internet,...
The Pros and Cons of Commercial Solar Energy
Solar power is heating up the energy industry, and businesses across the nation are starting to make the switch. The rising demand for solar is sparked by a few factors, including major shifts in U.S. energy policy, heightened tax incentives, and calls to prepare the...
Why do you know more about your cell phone plan than you do about your energy bill?
Original post in Medium Why do you know more about your cell phone plan than you do about your energy bill? At first, you didn’t. Then one day, the FCC created a rule where phone providers were obliged to clearly explain their charges to you, to enable consumers to...
How Can You Stand Out As An Energy Consultant?
If you’ve been looking to up your game as an energy consultant, stay ahead of the competition, and build a solid client list, look no further. While competent energy consultants abound in the field, we’ve rounded up a list of tips to help you go from good to great —...
What Makes a Great Energy Supplier?
Whether working by yourself or with a broker, here are some things to keep in mind if you’re looking to switch your energy supplier. You may be dissatisfied with the services you’re paying for, or it’s possible you’re just looking to save a few extra dollars per...
Inspiring Black Leaders in the Energy Industry
Black History Month is a time to celebrate the incredible achievements of Black Americans and their central role in US History. Here are just a few inspiring Black leaders who have made a tremendous impact on the energy industry to-date. Ugwen I. Eneyo Ugwen I. Eneyo,...
The Texas energy crisis – a moment of decision for the energy market
The intense winter storms in Texas and the subsequent energy crisis has citizens and politicians alike looking for answers. How did Texas slip into rolling blackouts that felt uncoordinated? How did energy prices get so volatile that 22 energy firms might default and...
Energy & Bitcoin – Curiosities on how it works
Every once in a while, Bitcoin and crypto surge their way back into the headlines of mainstream media outlets, usually because of their meteoric trendlines, massive price swings, and regulatory conundrums. While its usage is far from mainstream (in spite of Elon...
Building Culture & Sharing Values – Creating Dash
As a young startup, Dash Energy was quick to move to the working-from-home lifestyle in 2020. However, as the company grows 100% remote, we need to be even better at making our culture stand out, especially being a newcomer in the mature energy market and fighting for...
Why Energy Suppliers Swipe Left On Brokers – Mistakes To Avoid!
We had some laughs in our previous article, why energy suppliers swipe right on brokers but now let’s get a little bit more serious. Energy brokers and suppliers have a complex relationship based on honesty, expertise, and professionalism. To make the most of that...
Why Suppliers Swipe Right On Brokers
The energy market is saturated with brokers — kind of like how the Los Angeles dating scene is saturated with aspiring actors. And like aspiring actors fighting to stand out in LA, energy brokers have to hustle to win the hearts of new suppliers in a sea of...
How Does Weather Impact Energy Prices?
Commodity markets in general are very volatile, and natural gas prices, specifically, are no exception. And weather is one of the main drivers for that volatility. Natural gas is primarily used as a heating fuel during the winter time. So, when we have a very harsh or...
What a Biden Presidency Means for Energy Markets
The 2020 election was exhausting to say the least. Agonizingly slow ballot counts across key battleground states, coupled with vicious political mud-slinging across the aisle, reduced the nation to a nervous wreck. But while the uncertainty of election week...
Sustainability or Greenwashing?
As consumers take their contribution to the climate crisis seriously, conscious consumerism is on the rise. Across the North American continent, roughly 70% of consumers think it’s important that a brand is sustainable or eco-friendly. Globally, 40% of consumers...
Sustainability Lessons We Learned From COVID-19
2020 will go down in history as the game-changer of the modern world. The COVID-19 pandemic has put the world’s crisis management skills to the test, and in many ways, we’ve failed. We can see now just how important it is to build a society and economy that is...
Energy Bill Breakdown: What Am I Really Paying For?
Energy bills are complex. Riddled with hidden fees and industry terms that can make the average person’s eyes glaze over, they can be somewhat confusing. But understanding each charge listed on an energy bill can help customers make smarter energy decisions in the...
Understanding Your Electricity Bill.
Surprise birthday parties are great, but surprise energy bills? Not so great. Sometimes you might get two energy bills instead of one in a month, which gets confusing (and frustrating, especially if you weren’t expecting two!) So, why the double trouble? The Markets...
8 Myths About Sustainability
Given the number of myths surrounding sustainability, many business executives can be reluctant to place sustainability into their company’s business strategy. Key decision-makers may believe the costs of renewable energy outweigh the benefits, but this couldn’t be...
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