In the ever-evolving landscape of the energy sector, risk mitigation stands as the keystone for sustainable growth and stability. The “Navigating the Currents” panel brings together leading experts in energy procurement, hedging and trading to delve into surviving market volatility. This session will explore the latest methodologies in identifying, assessing, and managing the multifaceted risks inherent in the trading of natural gas and power.
Panelists will discuss advanced analytical tools and risk assessment models that forecast market movements and help shield their operations from potential disruptions and losses. Discussions will extend to risk management strategies and tactics, from the utilization of derivatives and hedging to innovative insurance products to maximize market opportunities and provide a blueprint for attendees to understand how leading firms navigate inevitable market uncertainties.
As the energy market continues to integrate renewable sources and digital technologies, the panel will also provide a forward-looking perspective on the impact of these shifts on risk profiles and trading strategies. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how to turn risk management into a competitive advantage.
Join us for an illuminating discussion that promises to empower energy professionals with the knowledge and tools to master the art of risk mitigation.
The Next Big Inflation Story
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We read a lot about inflation these days, and it’s not surprising. Consumers everywhere are feeling the pinch of rising costs. Although wages are increasing rapidly, the costs of many goods and services are growing even faster. So far this year alone, gasoline prices are up a whopping 18%, exacerbated by increased post-Covid demand, as […]
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Alternative Ways to Post Security and Extend Credit to Customers
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Energy retailers face working capital squeezes and unsecured credit exposures TL;DR Energy retailers face increasingly stringent requirements to post security Energy retailers have limited options when securing and/or financing their own receivables Existing credit providers struggle to provide a comprehensive, streamlined solution Rising commodity prices and changing credit requirements mean energy retailers are required to […]
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How Energy Retailers Can Increase Their Value
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Leading energy retailers are being proactive by offering compelling solutions to retain customers. TL;DR Energy retailers face growing competition, a crowded ecosystem, and high customer churn. Retaining customers means providing them with a suite of innovative solutions to help them manage their energy consumption. Retailers can’t do it all by themselves — they need to […]
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As a Retail Energy Provider, Are You Ready for Energy (Hyper) Inflation?
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World events, policy changes, and dropping domestic energy production has led to the fastest growth in residential electricity rates since 2008. If this trend is consistent with previous inflationary periods, this may be just the beginning of a prolonged period of rising home electricity costs and living expenses. So what does this mean for retail […]
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Going the Extra Mile: How to Stand Out in a Highly Competitive Energy Market
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It is no secret that in 2022, the U.S. retail energy landscape is more crowded than ever. As many markets across the U.S. continue to move toward energy deregulation, an increasing number of residential consumers now have added power and choice when it comes to selecting their energy provider. With nearly 60% of deregulated households […]
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What is Cloud Native?
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Cloud-Native is an approach to software development based on cloud computing to make applications scalable and resilient in the face of rapid change. Cloud-Native applications are designed for elasticity, supporting a continuous delivery process that puts agility first. A well-designed Cloud Native application will scale up and down automatically, adapt to cloud provider conditions, utilize […]
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Hundreds of Competitive Energy Executives Gather in Houston to Discuss the Future of Retail Energy 3/28-29 at 17th EMC
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“Our sponsors and exhibitors at the Energy Marketing Conferences are all companies who have supported the growth in the retail energy industry for many years.” — Jack Doueck, Founder of EMC, AEC and LED PLUS NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 14, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — Energy Marketing Conferences, LLC announced today the list of sponsors, Exhibitors […]
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Energy Marketing Conferences, LLC announced today the nominees for the “Retail Energy Supplier of the Year Award”
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EMC announced the nominees for the “Retail Energy Supplier of the Year Award” – to be presented at its 17th EMC in Houston 3/29/22 The nominees are seven retail energy suppliers who set the example for the rest of the industry.” — Jack Doueck, Founder of EMC, AEC and LED PLUS NEW YORK, NEW YORK, […]
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Mergers and Acquisitions Are Risky Business for Technology Investment
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As we move into 2022, Merger and Acquisition Activity in the energy industry is at record levels and is predicted to grow significantly in the coming years, according to a recent study by Ernst and Young. Merger and Acquisition will be one of the major sources of competitive advantage and long-term profitability, and it will […]
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The Texas Power Grid Fallout: View from a Risk Manager
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It was exactly a year ago this month that Texas experienced a power grid fallout due to severe winter weather – a total anomaly in the history of the state. Even though the Texas fallout wasn’t the first time we’ve seen weather anomalies cripple the power grid and spell financial doom for organizations that were […]
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