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involved redundancy in our supply base , flexibility to accept alternative designs , building better forecasting models internally to plan further ahead , developing communications plans , and ensuring the team has the resources they need to do their job well . Diversifying our supply base has helped to mitigate both disruptions as well as looking into more flexible contracts to include cost adjustment models .”

We have talked a lot about the shortand long-term , with JEA placing much emphasis on the latter – but what does JEA have in store in regard to the former ?

Alan ’ s quick to respond . “ We are in the process of completing an electric Integrated Resource Plan ( IRP ),” he says . “ This will mean we can look 30 years into the future ; it will reveal how we can generate enough electricity and water for our customers .”

As part of the IRP process , JEA is considering investments in solar as part of its clean energy goals . “ There are tons of opportunities ,” Alan goes on . “ In fact , it will likely include technologies that have not been invented yet . But solar is going to be key .

“ We are working hard to figure out its applicability and precisely how it can benefit customers . In doing so , we are drawing closer to utilizing carbon-free energy sources .

“ We have been in contact with several solar farms already . It is a really exciting time to be at JEA ; we cannot wait to see what the future will bring .” Alan also informs us that JEA is gaining momentum in its promotion of electric vehicles . The Jacksonvillebased not-for-profit has even started to host events with neighboring agencies to champion the green cause .

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