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The Energy Manager's Playbook

The Energy Manager's Playbook

By: Save on Energy
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 The Energy Manager’s Playbook podcast, presented by the IESO through its Save on Energy brand, brings together compelling stories and real-world experiences from Ontario’s energy management community. Hosted by energy management expert Jay Mullin, each bite-sized episode dives into the challenges and successes of energy professionals across industrial, institutional, commercial and municipal sectors.

Through engaging interviews, expert insights and good-news stories, we explore how energy managers are overcoming obstacles, securing leadership buy-in and driving real change in their organizations. Whether you're looking for practical strategies or inspiration, this podcast offers the tools and empowerment to make your job easier and less isolating.

Subscribe now to stay updated and power up your energy management journey! For more information or to share your story, please email trainingandsupport@ieso.ca or go to https://saveonenergy.ca/Training-and-Support.https://saveonenergy.ca/Training-and-Support.
Episodes
  • Live from the 2025 EMEAs: Panel Discussions

    Live from the 2025 EMEAs: Panel Discussions
    Oct 31 2025
    In this episode we present the complete recordings of the panel discussions that took place at the 2025 Energy Management Excellence Awards. The first panel focuses on the Order of operations for electrification: Prioritizing operational improvements, efficiency upgrades and efficient electrification, moderated by Michael Oriahi from the IESO and featuring Nicholas Dumoulin from Dream, Graham Timperon from Algonquin College and Allan Dai from The Hospital for Sick Children. The second panel focuses on What they don’t teach you in school: Ensuring energy managers have the right skills moderated by Aja Staples from the IESO and featuring Tony Campbell from Landmark Cinemas and Emily Dabrowski from Cemtol Manufacturing (part of Linamar).

    Watch videos of the 2025 EMEA winners on the IESO website to learn more about their achievements.

    If you are interested in learning more about the Save on Energy programs mentioned in this episode check out the Retrofit Program, Existing Building Recommissioning Program, Expanded Energy Management Program, and others.

    If you are working in Ontario to improve your organization’s energy management practices, register for Save on Energy’s Energy Management Community of Practice to receive updates and connect with peers.

    We would love to hear your feedback about the podcast, the challenges you are facing or the successes you have had. Please reach out to us at trainingandsupport@ieso.ca.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • EMEAs 2025: Turning Uncertainty Into Action

    EMEAs 2025: Turning Uncertainty Into Action
    Oct 31 2025
    In this episode, host Jay Mullin speaks with Tam Wagner, the Director of Demand Side Management at the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to share practical takeaways from the 2025 Energy Management Excellence Awards (EMEAs). They explore how award-winning teams sequence efficiency, optimization and efficient electrification, align energy goals with safety and production, and keep reviews simple so local teams can lead. They also highlight the importance of soft skills alongside technical expertise, where programs like Strategic Energy Management, Existing Building Commissioning and Retrofit provided momentum, and how the EMEAs are helping energy management gain a higher profile across organizations.

    Watch video of the 2025 EMEA winners on the IESO website to learn more about their achievements.

    If you are interested in learning more about the Save on Energy programs mentioned in this episode check out the Retrofit Program, Existing Building Recommissioning Program, Expanded Energy Management Program, and others.

    If you are working in Ontario to improve your organization’s energy management practices, register for Save on Energy’s Energy Management Community of Practice to receive updates and connect with peers.

    We would love to hear your feedback about the podcast, the challenges you are facing or the successes you have had. Please reach out to us at trainingandsupport@ieso.ca.
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    30 mins
  • Beyond a Dedicated Energy Manager

    Beyond a Dedicated Energy Manager
    Aug 12 2025
    In this episode, Allison shares how she and her colleagues at Votorantim Cimentos are transforming energy management into a shared mission that’s reshaping daily operations. What started with a backlog of 500+ energy-saving opportunities at two cement plants became the catalyst for a broader cultural shift, one that empowers plant teams to take ownership of their energy performance. By aligning energy goals with safety and production, streamlining reviews, and providing just enough guidance, Allison helped build a framework that gives local teams the confidence and tools to lead. The successful model is now being expanded to additional facilities and operations across the region, bringing lasting results and renewed momentum to the entire organization.

    We would love to hear your feedback about the podcast, the challenges you’re facing, or the successes you’ve had. Please reach out to us at trainingandsupport@ieso.ca.

    For more resources to help you on your energy management journey, please visit https://saveonenergy.ca/Training-and-Support.
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    16 mins
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