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I recently joined Inspired’s Energy Intensive team as a PPA Manager. In this role, I support our clients with Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPAs), collaborating closely with suppliers and developers as the UK strives towards achieving net-zero. 

One of the key aspects of my responsibilities involves responding to enquiries from account and optimisation managers regarding their clients, offering valuable Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) insights and crafting proposals for PPAs and CPPAs. I also collaborate with other colleagues like our marketing team to drive renewable projects forward.  

I also meet with clients, suppliers and developer contacts, focusing on understanding objectives, developing proposals and outlining project details, costs, and payback projections for PPA and CPPA agreements. Additionally, I provide support to existing renewable generators, delivering fully managed revenue solutions for their short or long-term PPA power requirements. 

I am truly passionate about my work, providing a route to market for new build and existing renewable energy projects that drive meaningful change and support our corporate clients to consider their future energy needs.  

Interacting with our clients across the UK brings me immense pride as we collaborate to create tailored solutions for their businesses; Working directly with UK developers and energy off-takers specialising in PPA and CPPA solutions that develop a renewable energy UK infrastructure for future generations.  

I relish the opportunity to work closely with the diverse teams across the Inspired family and providing our clients with dedicated PPA support across our organisation. I really enjoy collaborating, bringing new ideas and innovating at Inspired’s PPA space. 

After a career pivot from retail banking and then estate agency I found my calling in the energy industry. Starting as a customer service advisor at EDF Energy, I transitioned through my career at EDF covering sales in gas and power, flexibility, battery storage, and finally PPA Origination.  

I discovered my passion for renewables standing under the shadow of a wind turbine, and never looked back. The energy sector has offered me continuous learning, career growth and a dynamic work environment where each day brings new challenges and opportunities. 

Always look forward and advocate for yourself – Believe in what you can achieve! 

I have three wonderful children and call the stunning county of Devon home. I have a passion for the sea and enjoy stand up paddle boarding when time allows. The beach in Lyme Regis is one of the Hosking family’s favourite places for a picnic!  

I am dedicated to advocating for diversity in the energy industry, working towards inclusivity for all. Over the past three years, I have proudly served as an industry advocate for the Women’s Utility Network (WUN), where I host podcasts covering subjects such as diversity within renewable energy.

I also provide valuable market Industry insights to WUN members and hold accreditation as a facilitator for the Google-founded ‘I am Remarkable’programme. 

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