Dana Guernsey

In this discussion, Dana Guernsey, co-founder and CEO of Voltus and former Director of Energy Markets at EnerNOC, dives into the evolution of demand response and distributed energy resources (DERs). She highlights how DERs, once reliant on manual calls, now include automated systems like EVs and smart thermostats. Dana introduces Voltus’s innovative 'Bring Your Own Capacity' model, discusses the barriers to DER growth, and emphasizes the advantages of virtual power plants over traditional power sources in addressing escalating demand.

Dana Guernsey, CEO of Voltus, leads a pioneering DER technology platform that connects distributed energy resources to electricity markets. She dives into the role of virtual power plants in managing grid stress as demand rises. Discover how Voltus helps clients like Walmart cut power bills by up to 20% while maintaining essential services. Guernsey discusses innovations in energy technology, the significance of AI in heating and cooling management, and even makes a fun analogy involving lasagna! Tune in for insights into our energy future.

Dana Guernsey, the Co-founder and CEO of Voltus, shares her inspiring journey from a self-reliant upbringing in Queens to leading an innovative energy company. She discusses how vital flexible demand is for modernizing the grid and the impact of a Supreme Court ruling on Voltus's founding. Dana candidly addresses balancing motherhood and leadership while shaping company culture. She envisions a future where demand-side flexibility becomes essential infrastructure. Her insights reveal the challenges and triumphs of transforming the energy landscape.