Plugged In: Exploring Energy with Constellation

About Plugged In: Exploring Energy with Constellation

As a leader in the energy industry, Constellation is dedicated to sharing insights from experienced professionals in clean energy and sustainability. Through our podcast, "Plugged In: Exploring Energy," we explore the ideas, innovations and strategies shaping the future of the energy industry. Hosted by Chuck Hanna, Senior Vice President of Enterprise and Solutions Sales at Constellation, the series features one-on-one conversations with industry professionals focused on energy technologies, sustainability strategies and the challenges and opportunities facing today's corporate energy decision makers.

Publisher

Constellation

Category

business · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Apr 2026

Latest episode

2 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Sept 2026

   Episode 16: Clean Energy, Student Learning, and the Future of Sustainability

   In this episode of Plugged In, our host Chuck Hanna sits down with Director of Sustainability for Loyola University Chicago, Aaron Durnbaugh. They cover the university's clean energy initiatives, strategies for increasing student involvement in sustainability measures, and the importance of climate literacy. Loyola's Climate Action Plan also comes into focus. 👉 Subscribe for more videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGEdtGuKe2fJoP4R1ybTydA?sub_confirmation=1 (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGEdtGuKe2fJoP4R1ybTydA?sub_confirmation=1) 👉 Follow us on social media ‣ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/constellation-energy (https://www.linkedin.com/company/constellation-energy) ‣ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ConstellationEnergy (https://www.facebook.com/ConstellationEnergy) ‣ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/constellationenergy (https://www.instagram.com/constellationenergy) ‣ X https://x.com/constellationeg (https://x.com/constellationeg) 👉 Visit our website https://www.constellationenergy.com (https://www.constellationenergy.com) Constellation, a Fortune 200 company headquartered in Baltimore, is the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy. © 2026 Constellation. The offerings described herein, if applicable, are those of either Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. or Constellation NewEnergy-Gas Division, LLC, affiliates of each other. Brand names and product names are trademarks or service marks of their respective holders. All rights reserved. The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in the podcast by each participant belong solely to the speaker and not necessarily to the speaker’s employer (including Constellation Energy Corporation or any of its affiliates), organization, committee or other group or individual. Constellation does not make and expressly disclaims, any express or implied guaranty, representation or warranty regarding any opinions or statements set forth herein or in the podcast. Constellation shall not be responsible for any reliance upon any information, opinions, or statements contained in the podcast or for any omission or error of fact.

2. 

   24 Jun 2026

   Episode 15: Perspectives on Reliability and Sustainability from the Steel Industry

   In this episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna speaks with Steel Dynamics' Manager of Clean Energy Procurement and Carbon Accounting, Hollie Mitchell. Topics include decarbonization, energy procurement and strategy, and meeting customer and market demand. Holly delves into the steel industry's unique challenges regarding sustainability, reliability, and risk mitigation. 👉 Subscribe for more videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGEdtGuKe2fJoP4R1ybTydA?sub_confirmation=1 (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGEdtGuKe2fJoP4R1ybTydA?sub_confirmation=1) 👉 Follow us on social media ‣ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/constellation-energy (https://www.linkedin.com/company/constellation-energy) ‣ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ConstellationEnergy (https://www.facebook.com/ConstellationEnergy) ‣ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/constellationenergy (https://www.instagram.com/constellationenergy) ‣ X https://x.com/constellationeg (https://x.com/constellationeg) 👉 Visit our website http://constellation.com (http://constellation.com) Constellation is the largest U.S. energy producer with 55 GW of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, oil, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities and a leading retail supplier of energy solutions. © 2026 Constellation. The offerings described herein, if applicable, are those of either Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. or Constellation NewEnergy-Gas Division, LLC, affiliates of each other. Brand names and product names are trademarks or service marks of their respective holders. All rights reserved.  The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in the podcast by each participant belong solely to the speaker and not necessarily to the speaker’s employer (including Constellation Energy Corporation or any of its affiliates), organization, committee or other group or individual. Constellation does not make and expressly disclaims, any express or implied guaranty, representation or warranty regarding any opinions or statements set forth herein or in the podcast. Constellation shall not be responsible for any reliance upon any information, opinions, or statements contained in the podcast or for any omission or error of fact.

3. 

   4 May 2026

   Episode 14: The Amazing Power of Manufacturing

   In this episode of Plugged In, Constellation Director of Associations April Kreller sits down with President and CEO of the Illinois Manufacturer's Association, Mark Denzler, to discuss local and national trends in the manufacturing sector, focusing on technology, workforce management, and economic growth opportunities. They also talk about energy reliability, affordability, and stability for Illinois manufacturers, as well as the challenges inherent to policymaking and maintaining energy goals. 👉 Subscribe for more videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGEdtGuKe2fJoP4R1ybTydA?sub_confirmation=1 (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGEdtGuKe2fJoP4R1ybTydA?sub_confirmation=1) 👉 Follow us on social media ‣ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/constellation-energy (https://www.linkedin.com/company/constellation-energy) ‣ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ConstellationEnergy (https://www.facebook.com/ConstellationEnergy) ‣ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/constellationenergy (https://www.instagram.com/constellationenergy) ‣ X https://x.com/constellationeg (https://x.com/constellationeg) 👉 Visit our website http://constellation.com (http://constellation.com) Constellation is the largest U.S. energy producer with 55 GW of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, oil, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities and a leading retail supplier of energy solutions. © 2026 Constellation. The offerings described herein, if applicable, are those of either Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. or Constellation NewEnergy-Gas Division, LLC, affiliates of each other. Brand names and product names are trademarks or service marks of their respective holders. All rights reserved.  The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in the podcast by each participant belong solely to the speaker and not necessarily to the speaker’s employer (including Constellation Energy Corporation or any of its affiliates), organization, committee or other group or individual. Constellation does not make and expressly disclaims, any express or implied guaranty, representation or warranty regarding any opinions or statements set forth herein or in the podcast. Constellation shall not be responsible for any reliance upon any information, opinions, or statements contained in the podcast or for any omission or error of fact.

4. 

   15 Apr 2026

   Episode 13: The Future of Nuclear is Now

   Release date: 1/16/26 In this episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna welcomes Brian Smith, Director of Nuclear Reactor Development at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), for a wide-ranging conversation on the role of advanced nuclear in meeting growing energy demand. Drawing on Smith’s career across the U.S. Navy, Department of Energy and now INL, they explore why nuclear is both a current backbone of the U.S. grid and a critical solution for the future.

5. 

   15 Apr 2026

   Episode 12: Scope 3 Strategy Meets Business Sense at Mars

   Release date: 12/12/25 In this episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna sits down with Kevin Rabinovitch, Global VP of Sustainability at Mars, to discuss the company’s journey toward maintaining their environmental goals, with a special focus on Scope 3 emissions. The conversation covers insights from Rabinovitch’s 31-year career at Mars, the evolution of their strategy, how it’s integrated into business operations, and the challenges and opportunities of driving change across a global supply chain. Whether it’s data systems, supplier engagement, renewable energy, or emerging technologies, this episode includes many insights for those looking to improve their Scope 3 strategy.

6. 

   15 Apr 2026

   Episode 11: Customer Voices on Building Sustainable Energy Futures

   Release date: 11/21/25 In this episode of Plugged In, we bring you a panel discussion at the recent SED Forum Fall on the growing importance of energy resiliency as a strategic imperative. The panel, moderated by Melissa Heim, Principal of Commercialization and Development at Constellation, features Levi Love, Manager of Energy Procurement and Analytics at Sheetz, Scott Czubkowski, National Director of Energy and Facility Performance at Medxcel, and Abhinav Krishna, Vice President of Commercialization and Development at Constellation.

7. 

   15 Apr 2026

   Episode 10: W.L. Gore's Cross Functional Environmental Progress

   Release date: 10/10/25 In this episode of Plugged In, Raj Bazaj, Vice President of Sustainability Solutions at Constellation, sits down with Ryan Kelley, Global Carbon Footprint Reduction Champion at WL Gore & Associates, a global materials science company spanning thousands of products including high-performance fabrics. Kelley shares Gore’s path to achieving 100% renewable electricity by 2025, their early success in emissions reduction, and the importance of cross-functional collaboration in driving progress.

8. 

   15 Apr 2026

   Episode 09: Grid Chaos and Data Centers: Where to Go from Here

   Release date: 8/9/25 In this episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna welcomes Brian Janous, Co-founder of Cloverleaf Infrastructure and former leader of Microsoft’s global energy team. They explore the energy sector’s changing dynamics, driven by skyrocketing demand from data centers and a shift in emphasis from buying energy to securing capacity. Janous shares insights from his 25-year career in the power and utilities industry, highlighting the current strain on the grid, the role of utilities, and the importance of building energy resilience.

9. 

   15 Apr 2026

   Episode 08: New Approaches to Demand Response with GridBeyond

   Release date: 7/11/25 In this episode of Plugged In, Abhinav Krishna talks to Joe Hayden, Executive Vice President for North America at GridBeyond, to explore the evolving opportunities and challenges of energy flexibility in today’s world. As the conversation dives into how commercial and industrial customers can unlock new revenue streams and support grid stability through demand response programs, Hayden shares why traditional approaches to demand response are being replaced by data-driven, AI-enhanced, and incremental strategies — especially in industries like data centers, cold storage, steel and manufacturing. From the challenges of backup power integration to opportunities in real-time flexibility, Hayden explains where we are in the transformation of the grid’s generation and management of costly peak events, and breaks down how GridBeyond helps customers future-proof their energy strategies.

10. 

    15 Apr 2026

    Episode 07: CEBA on Supporting Clean Energy Generation

    Release date: 5/9/25 In this episode of Plugged In, Chuck Hanna welcomes Rich Powell, CEO of the Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA), to discuss the future of grid infrastructure and associated emerging technologies. Rich highlights the importance of enhancing the current grid through innovative technologies like dynamic line rating, advanced conductors, and virtual power plants. He emphasizes the need for better utilization of existing assets and explores how grid-enhancing technologies can improve efficiency and support clean energy generation. Powell also touches on the role of policy shifts in enabling these advancements, sharing insights into the ongoing legislative efforts around tax incentives for clean energy. He stresses the potential impact on electricity prices and the importance of maintaining support for new clean energy generation.

11. 

    15 Apr 2026

    Episode 06: Hackensack Meridian Health's Sustainability Strategy

    Release date: 4/11/25 In today's episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna speaks with Kyle Tafuri, Vice President of Sustainability at Hackensack Meridian Health, about the organization’s ambitious sustainability initiatives. Kyle shares perspectives on balancing long-term environmental goals with the immediate challenges of operating a healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships, incremental progress, and innovative solutions like offsite solar, carbon capture, and geothermal energy. He also discusses Hackensack Meridian Health’s proactive approach to supply chain sustainability, energy efficiency, and patient-centered environmental strategies.

12. 

    15 Apr 2026

    Episode 05: The Evolution of Data Centers & Sustainability

    Release date: 3/14/25 In this episode of Plugged In, Chuck Hanna speaks with Pat Lynch, Executive Managing Director at CBRE Data Center Solutions, about the evolving data center and AI landscape. They discuss the rapid growth of AI and its significant impact on data centers, including the shift from large training models to inference-based AI and private AI, which demands more distributed, latency-sensitive facilities in urban areas. Pat emphasizes the growing need for infrastructure investments in connectivity and power to support AI advancements and cloud growth. They also explore the challenges of meeting energy demands, the emergence of enterprise-built data centers, and innovations in sustainable practices–offering a forward-looking perspective on the industry’s exciting trajectory.

13. 

    15 Apr 2026

    Episode 04: Meeting the Energy Challenges of Data Centers

    Release date: 2/14/25 In this episode of Plugged In, Constellation’s Managing Director Melissa Zimmerman speaks with Ed Socia, Director, North America at datacenterHawk, about the evolving energy demands and sustainability challenges of data centers. Ed discusses trends such as the growing influence of AI, increasing rack densities, and the adoption of liquid cooling to optimize energy use. He highlights the role of real-time monitoring tools like SCADA and DSIM in improving efficiency while addressing regional variations in energy strategies and the balance between carbon reduction goals and business viability. He also touches on the potential of emerging technologies like small modular reactors and green hydrogen, the importance of adaptive reuse of sites, and the need to enhance grid reliability as the industry continues to grow rapidly.

14. 

    15 Apr 2026

    Episode 03: Dynamics of Data Reporting with Iron Mountain

    Release date: 1/10/25 In this episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna talks with Chris Pennington, Director of Energy and Sustainability for Iron Mountain Data Centers, about the company's ambitious decarbonization efforts and commitment to 24/7 carbon-free energy. They dive into the challenges and solutions of tracking and achieving hourly energy matching, the changing landscape of clean energy products, and the importance of granular data in setting sustainability goals. Chris also shares insights on the growing intersection of environmental and business performance, offering valuable lessons for organizations at all stages of their sustainability journey.

15. 

    15 Apr 2026

    Episode 02: On the Frontier of Carbon-Free Resources with Microsoft

    Release date: 12/6/2024 In this episode of Plugged In, Host Chuck Hanna from Constellation talks with Adrian Anderson, General Manager of Carbon-Free Electricity, Renewable Energy & Carbon Dioxide Removal at Microsoft, about advancing carbon-free energy and data-driven sustainability.

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    14 Apr 2026

    Episode 01: The Evolving Landscape of Nuclear Technologies

    Release date: 11/08/2024 In this episode of Plugged In, Chuck Hanna Explores SMRs and the growing demand for clean energy in sectors like AI and data centers with guest Benton Arnett, Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI).

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