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Utilities are navigating a transformative energy landscape as they adapt to the demands of the energy transition. With increasing pressure to meet future electricity needs, organizations like Arizona Public Service (APS) are at the forefront of this shift, facing unique challenges that require innovative solutions.

In this episode of Powered by Marsh FINPRO, host Grace Brighter, AVP FINPRO Placement at Marsh, speaks with John Draftz, Director, Risk Insurance Claims at Arizona Public Service about the increasing demand for clean energy, supply chain issues, wildfire risks, and cyber threats, and the importance of effective risk management strategies.

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As companies aim for net-zero emissions, transparency in sustainability claims and the effective use of carbon offsets are crucial. Organizations must be selective in their project choices, rigorously vetting claims and enforcing strict risk management policies.

In this episode of Powered by Marsh FINPRO, host Grace Brighter, AVP FINPRO Placement at Marsh, speaks with Shea Jameel, Senior Director of Sustainability at Marsh, about the complexities of the sustainability ecosystem, the metrics behind carbon reduction, growing interest from stakeholders in corporate sustainability efforts, and the importance of transparency in sustainability claims.

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Wildfires are a key concern for power and utility companies. Fires have been increasing in both intensity and in the damage they cause. The potential for D&O litigation following wildfire events has become a top concern for underwriters, risk managers and boards. Wildfires have severe financial, operational, regulatory and reputational implications, all of which that can potentially lead to D&O litigation, specifically event driven litigation.

In this episode of Powered by Marsh FINPRO, host Grace Brighter, AVP FINPRO Placement at Marsh, speaks with Peter Stokes, Partner – Norton Rose Fulbright, about the nuances of event-driven litigation, the specific challenges posed by wildfires, and the types of disclosures most commonly under scrutiny. Additionally, they discuss the strategies companies can employ to mitigate their risks.

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As the global push for renewable energy intensifies, companies are being prompted to innovate and adapt to a new regulatory environment and rapidly changing market conditions. Considering the potential impact on the underwriting process for directors and officers (D&O) insurance, it is important to highlight the critical role of robust disclosure practices in mitigating potential claims associated with new technologies.

In the very first episode of Powered by Marsh FINPRO, hosts Grace Brighter, AVP FINPRO Placement at Marsh, and Sarah Baldys, Senior Vice President - FINPRO U.S. Power & Renewables Leader at Marsh, speak with Dan Sanford, Vice President - Energy Practice Leader at Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance, about the importance of managing disclosure risks, the value of third-party evaluations of tax credits and subsidies, and the importance of fostering long-term partnerships between insurers and clients.

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