Steven Wishart

Steven Wishart is a testifying expert who has navigated over 35 regulatory proceedings with specialized insight into advanced utility rate design and economic strategy. His testimony has addressed complex economic challenges such as renewable energy cost impacts, data center expansion, electric vehicle strategy, and energy affordability considerations. His prior experience includes nearly two decades as a leading utility economist at a large Midwest electric and natural gas utility.

Mr. Wishart’s professional contributions span critical domains including performance-based rate making, comprehensive energy infrastructure analysis, and strategic decarbonization initiatives. He provides nuanced expertise that bridges regulatory requirements, technological innovation, and strategic utility planning.

In 2023, he served as the Chairperson of the Edison Electric Institute’s Rates & Regulatory Affairs Committee. Mr. Wishart holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of Arizona, and all but dissertation for a Ph.D. in applied economics from the University of Minnesota.