John D. Wilson specializes in planning, rate, and other utility regulation issues, with a focus on matters related to decarbonization of the electric system. His evaluation and problem-solving skills have been demonstrated in the review of proposed electric generation and transmission portfolios, retrospective review of generation and utility software procurement decisions, program design for energy efficiency and electric vehicle infrastructure programs, allocation of costs of service between rate classes and jurisdictions, design of retail rates, and performance-based ratemaking for electric utilities.

With 16 years of experience on utility regulation, John understands and elevates the perspective of clients including consumer advocates (residential, low-income, and small business), commission staff, clean energy trade associations, and environmental advocacy organizations. He also brings career experience that spans a range of environmental and transportation issues, working at the local, state and federal levels – in the government, private and non-profit sectors.

John has testified on electric and gas utility regulatory issues in over 50 proceedings in nine US states and one Canadian province, as well as advising clients in several other US states. Prior to joining Grid Strategies, his work experience includes working as a consultant at Resource Insight, deputy director for regulatory policy at the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, and senior legislative analyst in the Florida Legislature.