Danielle Peoples is Director of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement at Atwell, where she supports utility-scale energy projects through strategic engagement, permitting communications, and community outreach. She leads development of Atwell’s national BESS fire safety program, connecting developers, fire service professionals, and local authorities to strengthen project readiness and emergency preparedness. Danielle brings more than a decade of utility industry experience, including 12+ years at Duke Energy, and specializes in translating complex technical issues into clear, practical strategies for diverse audiences.