New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has nominated energy executive Ben Hertz-Shargel to the Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) with plans to elevate him to agency president following State Senate confirmation.
He will succeed Christine Guhl-Sadovy, who will remain on the five-member regulatory board as a commissioner.
Hertz-Shargel was chosen to steer the state’s energy agenda as New Jersey battles a utility crisis marked by rising regional grid costs and power rate increases.
Here are the key details about the leadership transition and his background:
Current Background: Hertz-Shargel most recently served as the global head of grid edge at energy research firm Wood Mackenzie.
Energy Expertise: He specializes in power system planning, demand management, and grid modernization. He has previously held leadership roles at tech-driven energy companies like EnergyHub and Rhythm.
Policy Mandate: Under Governor Sherrill’s Executive Order No. 1, the incoming NJBPU president is tasked with driving an affordability agenda, freezing rate hikes, and reforming utility business models to protect ratepayers.
Senate Confirmation: The nomination now heads to the New Jersey Senate for confirmation.
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