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    Amid mounting pressure to justify capital investments, extend asset life, and improve reliability, ENMAX Power has undertaken a transformative modernization of its asset management ecosystem. This ses …
    29AB
    This content presents an approach to identifying optimal locations for the installation of Power Quality Conditioners (PQCs) within distribution systems to dynamically manage voltage and reactive powe …
    6C
    As California advances toward ambitious decarbonization goals, the electrification of medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fleets is emerging as a cornerstone of the state’s clean transportation strategy. E …
    28CD
    As utilities focus on their quest to modernize and harden the power grid, mission-critical cellular networks are emerging as a catalyst toward digitizing, decentralizing, and decarbonizing critical gr …
    29AB
    Meter vendors have offered many new innovations with AMI 2.0 devices.  New meters are capable of analyzing waveform data and providing power quality, enabling utilities to get much more value out thei …
    28CD
    Nova Scotia Power, in collaboration with Ampacimon, has undertaken one of the most expansive deployments of Dynamic Line Rating (DLR), Ambient Adjusted Ratings (AAR), and Facility Rating technologies …
    6E
    American Electric Power (AEP), one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, is organized into seven regulated operating companies (OpCos) that serve nearly 5.6 million customers across …
    31AB
    As the energy sector rapidly advances toward decarbonization, long-duration energy storage (LDES) systems are becoming essential for ensuring grid reliability, enabling renewable integration, and enha …
    6D
    Texas’ ERCOT grid – independent, energy-only, and increasingly distributed – has become a proving ground for DER aggregation. Since 2021, ERCOT’s ADER Pilot Program has tested how aggregated distribut …
    28CD
    The accelerating electrification of transportation, deployment of distributed energy resources (DERs), and expansion of battery energy storage systems (BESS) are transforming the U.S. energy landscape …
    6C
    Learn how Duke Energy and National Grid are advancing their smart grid with AMI 2.0-capable meters, leveraging their existing networks and Wi-SUN interoperability standards to integrate multiple vendo …
    11AB
    The utility sector is undergoing a transformative shift as next-generation AMI technologies and smart meter data analytics redefine how energy system are managed. With the emergence of AMI 2.0 – featu …
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    28CD
    In just months, CenterPoint Energy has achieved significant milestones across its Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative (“GHRI”) — clearing more than 6,000 miles of higher-risk vegetation and installi …
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    33C
    These Breakout Sessions are sponsor-led that provide in-depth insights on key industry topics. These sessions offer attendees the opportunity to engage with experts, explore innovative solutions, and …
    28AB
    As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the energy landscape, utilities face unique opportunities—and challenges—in turning pilots into enterprise-grade solutions. Generative AI, large languag …
    33AB
    For many distribution utilities, DERMS implementation is as much an organizational journey as it is a technical one. As DERs scale and real-time coordination becomes critical, utilities must not only …
    3
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    6B
    Kick off your morning with informal, topic-based networking over breakfast. Each table centers on a specific industry theme, giving you the chance to connect with peers, share perspectives, and build …
    11AB
    To attend this event, you must register separately. This event is free and can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource center to review your existing re …
    28AB
    As utilities continue to advance their deployment of Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS), a growing challenge lies not in the availability of advanced functionalities, but in realizing the …
    29AB
    BC Hydro was evaluating a large set of investments in Operating Technology to support the distribution side of their business. They realized that this was going to involve more than the control room. …
    32AB
    In the age of electrification, the narrative is changing from “how do we integrate customers into the grid?” to “how do we integrate into our customers’ lives?” Whether it’s managing energy use, acces …
    32AB
    Pepco Holdings (PHI) and Mississippi Power Company (MPC) are both using innovative technology to build a more resilient electric grid. In two separate presentations, speakers from both companies will …
    29AB
    Utilities are navigating rising expectations for reliability, transparency, and customer engagement in outage management. To meet these demands, CenterPoint Energy, in partnership with DataCapable, ha …
    28AB
    As utilities navigate the growing complexity of grid operations, driven by distributed energy resources (DERs), electrification, aging infrastructure, and rising cybersecurity threats, control centers …
    33C
    These Breakout Sessions are sponsor-led that provide in-depth insights on key industry topics. These sessions offer attendees the opportunity to engage with experts, explore innovative solutions, and …
    10
    As wildfire risk accelerates across the West, utilities are evolving their fire prevention and response strategies to protect infrastructure and communities. In this panel, leaders from Arizona Public …
    29CD
    In support of clean energy and grid modernization goals, ComEd has invested in an advanced communications infrastructure to provide a high speed, high bandwidth, secure, redundant, and resilient netwo …
    6F
    States are increasingly leading the charge on electrification–and Illinois is among the most ambitious. Through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), the state has committed to 100% clean electri …
    28CD
    Distributed energy resources (DERs) have been empowering customers to achieve independence and sustainability while reducing their costs of energy. However, the large integration of DERs has been a ma …
    26AB
    Innovative electric cooperatives from across the country are pioneering new approaches to grid modernization—bringing cutting-edge solutions to rural and traditionally underserved communities. In this …
    11AB
    Affordability is emerging as one of today's utilities' most urgent and complex challenges. Rising operating costs, regulatory pressures, and evolving customer expectations intensify the need to delive …
    5AB
    This workshop is designed to equip utility leaders, planners, and engineers with a clear, actionable strategy for navigating the massive load and complexity introduced by hyper-scale data centers. The …
    28CD
    In a coordinated effort to bolster Texas grid reliability ahead of peak summer conditions, CPS Energy worked with ERCOT, the PUCT, and CenterPoint Energy to rapidly deploy 15 mobile synchronous genera …
    The DERConnect Facility at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), is an advanced, fully integrated programmable grid environment designed to accelerate the development of a more decentralized …
    29AB
    Energy loss due to tampering continues to be a major concern for utilities. Offenders are now more sophisticated and are illegally diverting more energy than ever, increasing the need for electricity …
    26AB
    As utilities strive to support infrastructure growth and grid modernization, the imperative to secure and enhance new and existing systems grows ever more critical. This session will delve into the ro …
    10
    District Energy Systems are evolving to incorporate assets like waste, renewable heat sources, heat pumps, storages, electric boilers, and chilling units to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The volati …
    28AB
    Optimal protocol selection can have a dramatic impact on the performance, reliability and security of DER communications.  Therefore, careful and informed selection decisions are essential. These prot …
    10
    Distribution systems are responsible for the large majority of service interruptions impacting end users. Reliability performance is generally evaluated in most jurisdictions by calculating indices de …
    28CD
    As distributed energy resources (DERs) proliferate, Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) offer significant affordability, grid‑edge flexibility, and reliability benefits. This panel explores how coordinated DE …
    29CD
    With the acceleration of capital projects (new substations and upgrading existing substations), it is increasingly important to look at how to deploy digital substations. Digital substations provide i …
    26AB
    As Ontario’s energy landscape rapidly evolves—with accelerating electrification and a surge in Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)—the role of Local Distribution Companies (LDCs) must fundamentally ch …
    2
    DTECH® Source is the ultimate one-on-one connection between utilities and solution providers through fast-paced, 5-minute, one-on-one meetings. Explore innovations, build partnerships, and stay ahead …
    31AB
    All utilities want a grid that is fully resilient, safe for communities, and operating optimally for all ratepayers. But how do we get there?  This expert panel discussion will address the critical op …
    31AB
    Wildfires are one of the top risks faced by electric utilities today.  Fire season is year round.  California and the West have experienced a dramatic increase in the number and intensity of wildfires …
    6E
    The increased adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in California has put pressure on distribution grids. Vehicle-grid-integration strategies, including EV managed charging, turn EVs into flexible grid …
    31C
    The US Department of Energy aims to assess the current and emerging landscape of control room technology testing and evaluation. DOE aims to understand the needs and requirements for a 'Control Room o …
    6D
    Grid edge and grid level Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS) are important tools for utilities to manage DER assets and work with Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) to …
    10
    Risk assessment is a top priority for SDG&E as wildfire threats to California communities continue to intensify. Events like the Palisades and Eaton fires underscore the scale of the challenge. One of …
    Knowledge Hubs
    Kick off your morning with informal, topic-based networking over breakfast. Each table centers on a specific industry theme, giving you the chance to connect with peers, share perspectives, and build …
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    10
    Join us for an inside look at how Nashville Electric Service (NES), one of the nation's largest public electric utilities, transformed its storm damage response with cutting-edge GIS technology. Faced …
    28AB
    As utilities modernize their distribution networks with broadband-enabled technologies, cybersecurity stakes have never been higher. This session presents a real-world case study of a utility’s compre …
    29CD
    In this presentation on the Lifecycle of the SDG&E Private LTE Network, we will cover - Designing for Utility Needs: Tailoring the Network  Design requirements, dimensioning, and planning Implementati …
    31AB
    To address accelerating demand growth and distribution system constraints, Alectra Utilities is strengthening its approach to Non-Wires Solutions (NWS) through the development of more responsive and f …
    6C
    At Distributech 2024, we introduced a novel AI-powered framework within the ADMS ecosystem, enabling DSOs to achieve low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) grid visibility using existing GIS and AMI …
    6E
    The line between distribution system planning and operations is quickly disappearing as utilities modernize the grid. With growing pressure from electrification, customer-side technologies, and extrem …
    10
    As utility infrastructure ages and grid complexity increases, traditional protection schemes and time-based maintenance practice are no longer sufficient for maintaining high levels of system reliabil …
    6B
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    6B
    Kick off the Future Energy Leaders program with an evening of networking and insights! Connect with students, young professionals, and industry leaders looking to engage with the next generation of en …
    32AB
    As electric grids around the world face unprecedented pressures from the rapid adoption of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), aging infrastructure, and mounting supply chain constraints, the importa …
    6F
    This panel will address recent developments in the regulation of nuclear energy and nuclear waste storage, and how they have affected, or might in the future affect, the expanded use of nuclear energy …
    3
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    6D
    The demand for cleaner electric energy grows each year with electrification of data storage, mobility, space conditioning, vertical agriculture, industrial processes and more. Some say that America wi …
    28CD
    Network Model Management, a key part of the asset lifecycle value chain, delivers significant value across the asset lifecycle by establishing a sustainable, single source of truth for grid network da …
    29AB
    As clean energy goals accelerate in the United States and around the world, renewable energy (e.g., PV, wind) penetration continues to increase in electric power systems. Conventional synchronous mach …
    29AB
    When Great River Energy (GRE) launched what would become America’s largest DLR deployment, it wasn’t aiming for headlines--it was answering the hard questions facing nearly every utility today: How we …
    25A
    As the U.S. electrical grid faces increasing stress from aging infrastructure and evolving load profiles, the demand for high power quality has never been more critical. The rapid growth of datacenter …
    25A
    Digital substations can be invaluable assets for T&D network owners and operators since they offer pathways to increased resilience and reliability through digital data gathering, communication, and e …
    25B
    This course provides an examination of the fundamentals of electric utility supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems with a focus on case studies, industry best practices, and applicat …
    25C
    This dynamic, utility-focused course explores how Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) can be adapted and enhanced to support the integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs). As DER …
    28E
    As wildfires become more frequent, destructive, and complex, utilities must adopt a forward-leaning, technologyenabledapproach to resilience. This four-hour Grid University course is designed for prof …
    30E
    This intensive four-hour course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of modern Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), its evolution, future direction, and best practices for successfu …
    31C
    This course provides a foundation to attendees who may be unfamiliar with cyber-security principles, concepts and methods, and then explains how the power utility Operations Technology (OT) environmen …
    25A
    Asset management guides decisions on reliability, risk, and cost while supporting clear communication with regulators and boards. This Grid University course gives utility professionals practical step …
    25B
    This course provides an in depth look at the systems that utilize supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) information, functionality, and secure networks for advanced applications. Key topics …
    25C
    This course presents best practices for distributed energy resource (DER) Management from today’s real-life deployments. Throughout the course, audience participation is encouraged, inviting you to sh …
    28E
    The proliferation of Inverter-Based Resources (IBRs) introduces significant challenges to effective grounding, primarily due to their distinct characteristics compared to traditional synchronous gener …
    30E
    The proposed course will provide attendees with an in-depth real world look at the world of utility regulation. Participants will leave the session with a base of knowledge of key regulatory topics, m …
    31C
    In today’s evolving distribution systems, microgrids play a vital role in enhancing reliability and resiliency, enabling seamless integration of distributed energy resources (DERs), and improving powe …
    25A
    Distribution feeder circuits have traditionally been designed as radial feeds, with the voltage being the highest at the substation and the lowest at the end of the circuit. This allows the voltage to …
    25B
    In an era defined by escalating climate risks, severe weather volatility, and mounting regulatory scrutiny, electric utilities must rapidly modernize their emergency management strategies. This four-h …
    28E
    As the electric power grid experiences unprecedented demand growth driven by data centers, electric vehicles (EVs), hydrogen production, and crypto mining, effective planning for large load integratio …
    31C
    As utilities modernize grid operations and prepare for a more connected, data-driven future, Private LTE (PLTE) networks are quickly becoming foundational infrastructure. This Grid University session …
    3
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    29CD
    SCE’s vision for an AI-powered system in its Digital Grid Services network operations center aims to revolutionize incident management of telecom equipment. This project encompasses a bespoke full-sta …
    28CD
    Duke Energy and Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) are both using advanced planning and AI to prepare their grids for the rising demand from electric vehicles (EVs). Two separate presentations will outli …
    28CD
    In 2024, Hurricanes Francine and Helene left millions without power across the Southeast, exposing the urgent need for more accurate outage predictions and faster, more coordinated restoration efforts …
    28E
    This course extends the morning’s Introduction to IEEE 1815 (DNP3) by looking at more advanced usage of DNP3, interoperability issues and cybersecurity for DNP3. This course will discuss consideration …
    10
    Utilities are continually challenged to maintain vegetation programs that are safe, consistent, and effective—especially as workforce turnover and climate risks accelerate. Immersive Augmented Reality …
    25C
    Where new ideas come to life - Initiate unites startups, incubators, investors, corporate leaders and entrepreneurs to find the next big idea in the energy and transmission and distribution market. It …
    28AB
    This panel will present innovative systems, planned or being piloted, that provide advanced monitoring and analysis of electric utility distribution systems. Each panelist will present one aspect of t …
    6C
    Most utility EV managed charging programs focus solely on peak load reduction; however, these programs can offer far more than that, delivering a range of benefits to both the grid and the customer th …
    29CD
    Buried beneath established routine and procedures, electric utilities uncover major gaps - paper-based as-builting workflows.  As they modernize their work management, GIS and graphic work design syst …
    31AB
    An overview of IEEE 1815, aka DNP3, the most widely-used SCADA protocol in North American electric utilities. The course covers modern SCADA concepts and how DNP3 implements them. The design concepts …
    31AB
    As utility microgrids integrate more renewable energy generation, it is important to assess how inverter-based resources (IBRs) contribute to microgrid stability and resilience. Microgrids with high l …
    9
    This workshop is designed to equip utility leaders, planners, and engineers with a clear, actionable strategy for de-risking substantial grid modernization investments. The curriculum has been broken …
    3
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    Meet-ups are designed to bring together individuals who share commonalities that hold significant value in shaping their identities, as well as allies who support them. This IOU Meetup is for UTILITIE …
    Ballroom 20
    Step into the dynamic world of brand transformation with Sara Riis-Carstensen, the visionary mastermind behind LEGO’s meteoric rise to global acclaim. In this keynote, Sara unveils the process of craf …
    Ballroom 20
    The world's demand for computation and AI is skyrocketing and so is the need for energy to power it. Amazon is projected to invest over $118 billion in tech infrastructure this year alone, much of it …
    Ballroom 20
    Most companies hit an “innovation drought,” struggling to produce breakthrough ideas. Let alone do it consistently. So how do Silicon Valley's most creative companies build high-performing teams and i …
    Ballroom 20
    Storytelling is the #1 business skill necessary to connect, motivate, and lead people in today’s world. Stories compel us to engage in experiences, learn lessons, and define our values and ourselves w …
    Rady Shell
    The 4th Industrial RevolutionAs the CEO and founder of Zipline, Keller Rinaudo Cliffton was able to imagine a use for drones that did not include being used as instruments of war or artificial intelli …
    Ballroom 20
    Dex Hunter-Torricke spent a decade helping the tech industry’s biggest names figure out how to talk about, brand, and share news of breakthrough products. This has given him unparalleled access to the …
    6E
    Salt River Project (SRP) are leading the way in grid modernization by integrating intelligent sensing technologies, predictive analytics, and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) to enhance …
    29AB
    Overview: In this session, 3 utility panelists will share real-world experiences and insights from commissioning and operating utility-owned microgrids. As more utilities move from planning to impleme …
    11AB
    In the rapidly evolving landscape of customer service, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a pivotal strategy for enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Thi …
    29AB
    Join us for a deep dive into Oncor’s implementation of automation tools designed to support the unprecedented customer growth seen in Texas. Approximately 80,000+ new customers join Oncor’s service te …
    3
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    31AB
    Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) is pioneering a model for long-duration energy storage (LDES) and sustainable community development through the Questa Green Hydrogen Project—a multi-site initia …
    6D
    As utilities and regulators face mounting pressure to modernize the grid, improve resilience, and unlock demand-side flexibility, performance-based ratemaking (PBR) is gaining traction as a powerful r …
    6C
    As utilities accelerate their grid modernization journeys, data analytics is emerging as the cornerstone for transforming operations, improving reliability, and managing climate-driven risks. This ses …
    Utility VIP Lounge 6
    Meet-ups are designed to bring together individuals who share commonalities that hold significant value in shaping their identities, as well as allies who support them. This Muni/ Public Power/ Coop M …
    28CD
    As utilities accelerate grid modernization to meet evolving reliability, efficiency, and decarbonization goals, Volt-VAR Optimization (VVO) has emerged as a cornerstone technology. This presentation e …
    25B
    AbstractGenAI is a fast-approaching reality across all aspects of business including industrial operations. In power utilities, managing safety and reliability while securing these industrial environm …
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    7A/B
     Your comprehensive guide to making the most out of your event experience! Whether you're a first-time attendee or looking to maximize your participation, this tour is designed to help you navigate th …
    33AB
    In the age of utility transformation, success hinges not just on infrastructure modernization—but on the technology and culture that drive customer experience (CX). This session will reveal how leadin …
    28AB
    Oklahoma Gas and Electric (OG&E) is Oklahoma's largest electric company, serving more than 907,000 customers in Oklahoma and western Arkansas. The utility is anticipating the rapid adoption of flexibl …
    31AB
    With the rapid growth in demand, data centers are increasingly looking for on-site power generation and storage solutions to relieve grid constraints and navigate utility interconnection delays. Innov …
    6F
    The first year under the new federal administration has brought sweeping changes to U.S. energy policy - reviving fossil fuel incentives, reassessing decarbonization targets, and fast-tracking permitt …
    Rady Shell
    Engage with industry experts, innovators, and fellow visionaries who are all here to drive the future of energy. This isn't just an event; it's your gateway to a network that empowers progress and inn …
    Exhibit Hall
     DTECH® brings you a delightful array of networking opportunities to supercharge your experience alongside fellow utility professionals. Connect, collaborate, and amplify your connections like never b …
    26AB
    The need for more efficient interconnection processes is more critical than ever. This session will delve into the latest advancements in AI-augmented workflow automation tailored to the interconnecti …
    6E
    As we step into the era of electrification, utilities are facing the exciting challenge of exponential load growth over the next decade. Maximizing the utilization of existing grid infrastructure is a …
    29AB
    This session presents the design and operationalization of PG&E’s fully redundant synchrophasor data architecture, developed in collaboration with Quanta Technology. The presentation will detail the e …
    29AB
     In 2023 DTE embarked on a 5-year transformative journey to enhance grid reliability and operational efficiency through the implementation of Fault Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration (FLISR) …
    32AB
    The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) both highlight that a significant portion of utility capital spending ($500-700B) over the next decade will be directed toward d …
    29AB
    Customers want electricity that is safe, affordable and reliable. Some want it to be clean. Most of them are connected to the grid. Some require new service connections or interconnections. Here is th …
    6C
    To attend this event, you must register separately. The cost is $299, and it can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource center to review your existing …
    6C
    As electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to accelerate, aligning the goals of automakers and utilities is critical to ensure the grid can accommodate higher EV penetration without compromising affo …
    29CD
    As utilities face growing pressure to modernize and decarbonize, technology alone is not enough—organizations must evolve their operating models and workforce strategies in tandem. National Grid, in c …
    26AB
    As artificial intelligence drives unprecedented energy demand, utilities need to scale capacity quickly, affordably, and reliably. New technologies can unlock capacity on the existing grid, helping ut …
    26AB
    As utilities modernize their grid operations, the implementation of Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) across multiple operating companies presents both significant opportunities and comp …
    26AB
    As utilities race to modernize critical infrastructure and prepare for a more electrified, decentralized, and data-driven future, Southern California Edison (SCE) is leading the charge with a bold str …
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    26AB
    In response to the substantial increase in electricity demand driven by EV adoption, vehicle and home electrification, and the continued growth of distributed solar and behind-the-meter systems, PG&E …
    D/E Lobby, G Lobby, or A Lobby
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    6F
    How do you convince regulators to approve forward-looking resilience investments when traditional cost-benefit frameworks weren't designed for climate uncertainty? This panel tackles the regulatory ch …
    31AB
    Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe, posing substantial challenges to electric utilities in maintaining reliable services. The growing frequency of storms highlights the urgen …
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    6D
    Duke Energy is facing increasingly challenging problems in our Grid Modernization journey. Challenges span from solving complex network optimizations as we work to harness the power of our distributed …
    To attend this tour, you must add it to your registration. This tour is an additional cost to attend and can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource cen …
    6D
    As California accelerates its transition to electric transportation, utilities are grappling with how to scale programs that serve grid reliability, affordability, and decarbonization objectives while …
    26AB
    In the summer of 2025, New York City faced prolonged, record-setting heatwaves that placed extraordinary stress on the electric grid. Con Edison responded by activating a demand response portfolio app …
    31AB
    The rise of distributed energy resources (DERs) is overwhelming utility engineering teams with manual, repetitive study tasks. At Dominion Energy, a small team of engineers decided to fix that from th …
    26AB
    This presentation will describe how a major US electric utility greatly reduced operations and maintenance expenses and significantly improved cybersecurity by unifying secure remote access, automated …
    32AB
     As climate change intensifies and regulatory pressure increases, utilities face mounting challenges in managing vegetation to prevent outages and wildfires. This session explores how advanced data an …
    11AB
    The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and the growing use of heat pumps for building decarbonization create new opportunities—and challenges—for utilities. This panel will discuss the pilot project fund …
    29CD
    Municipal utilities are uniquely positioned to lead the charge in smart city transformation—but only with the right communications and technology strategy in place. This session provides a deep dive i …
    29CD
    Utility companies play a key role in smart cities. Electric companies, working in partnership with city officials, technology companies, consultants, and several other institutions are among the major …
    28CD
    This session explores Alectra’s SmartCharge pilot—an initiative supported by the Ontario Energy Board’s Innovation Sandbox—that demonstrates how utilities can enhance residential customer engagement a …
    3
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    25C
    Join us in recognizing three exceptional startups as we present them with the award for the best pitch of the week! These startups have been carefully assessed based on their financial and technical v …
    25C
    Where new ideas come to life - Initiate unites startups, incubators, investors, corporate leaders and entrepreneurs to find the next big idea in the energy and transmission and distribution market. It …
    25C
     Where new ideas come to life - Initiate unites startups, incubators, investors, corporate leaders and entrepreneurs to find the next big idea in the energy and transmission and distribution market. I …
    11AB
    Navigating the conversation around what everyone’s unique needs are can be complex, but it is more important than ever. It has already been proven that emphasizing your people, asking what their uniqu …
    29AB
    As climate-driven threats become more severe and localized, utilities across the country are adapting their resilience planning to reflect region-specific risks. From wildfire mitigation to storm hard …
    To attend this tour, you must add it to your registration. This tour costs $75 to attend and can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource center to revie …
    31AB
    DER data is not new to Con Edison—it has been a persistent and complex challenge since the team first embarked on centralizing DER information three years ago through an MVP. Now, equipped with years …
    29CD
    Dominion Energy is laying the groundwork for a smarter, more predictive approach to asset management—one that begins with data. As part of a multi-year transformation, the company is focusing on build …
    26AB
    Global utilities are grappling with the same urgent dilemma — billions in required upgrades, and only a fraction of the capital needed to address them at once. Xcel Energy, which manages a large terri …
    11AB
    The electrical utilities industry is experiencing substantial transformations due to technological advancements, regulatory changes, employee turnover, and shifting consumer demands. Recent OECD job r …
    10
    Transmission infrastructure is critical to grid stability, yet traditional inspection methods often fall short in providing the speed, accuracy, and insights needed to proactively manage asset health. …
    5AB
    This transmission workshop is designed to equip utility professionals with the immediate operational tools and long-term strategic planning frameworks necessary to modernize the electric grid for the …
    6F
    To attend this event, you must register separately. This event is UTILITY ONLY, free to attend, and can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource center t …
    29AB
    With great data comes great opportunity, both to use the grid more efficiently and protect the system. Great River Energy (GRE) has deployed two kinds of Dynamic Line Rating (DLR) sensors. The first a …
    28CD
    As Ontario accelerates its grid modernization efforts, Hydro One is leading the charge with a customer-centric flexibility initiative that aligns with the province’s mandate for non-wires alternatives …
    26AB
    As utilities modernize and integrate increasingly diverse data sources, the need for a unified, flexible, and insight-driven data architecture becomes critical. In this session, we explore how graph d …
    6C
    As utilities accelerate grid modernization, Southern Company is setting a new standard with its Meter Intelligence Hub—an integrated, cloud-native analytics platform that fuses machine learning, AI ag …
    11AB
    If you work with ADMS, AMI, or grid analytics, and want to improve operational trust in your data, this is the session for you. In January 2025, Salt River Project (SRP) completed its cutover to a new …
    6D
    Utilities are actively working to define and demonstrate the value of managed and bidirectional charging, collectively known as vehicle-grid integration (VGI), have for the grid. This panel of VGI exp …
    3
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    One of our clients struggled with controlling construction paving costs. Although well versed in utility work, often field decisions were made without full understanding of downstream paving implicati …
    28AB
    As the energy landscape evolves, grid modernization has become a cornerstone for ensuring resilience, efficiency, and sustainability in the face of growing demand, distributed energy resources, and cl …
    Exhibit Hall
    Need a breather and some refreshment on the show floor? Swing by our awesome Voltage and Vince receptions happening at select booths. Grab a drink, kick back, and indulge in some quick chats with fell …
    Exhibit Hall
    Need a breather and some refreshment on the show floor? Swing by our awesome Voltage and Vince receptions happening at select booths. Grab a drink, kick back, and indulge in some quick chats with fell …
    28AB
    ComEd’s Voltage Management Demonstration (VMD) project is a targeted initiative focused on enhancing grid performance under contingency conditions in areas with high DER penetration. It leverages the …
    6D
    As distributed solar PV adoption accelerates, utilities face mounting voltage volatility on distribution feeders, particularly at the grid edge. In response, Hawaiian Electric (HECO) has launched a se …
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    This focused workshop is designed to equip water utility and wastewater professionals with the practical standards, modern architectures, and advanced strategies needed to transform SCADA alarm manage …
    Exhibitor Booths
    Welcome to the hotspot of productivity and networking! Join participating sponsors as they host the perfect playground to mix, mingle, and level up your networking game. Get ready to maximize your con …
    Exhibitor Booths
    Welcome to the hotspot of productivity and networking! Join participating sponsors as they host the perfect playground to mix, mingle, and level up your networking game. Get ready to maximize your con …
    6E
    SMUD is deploying Next Gen AMI and integrating Distributed Intelligence capabilities with their ADMS/DERMS system to bring grid edge level monitoring and controls into real-time operations. The new fu …
    31AB
    The electric utility landscape is being transformed and reshaped with renewable, clean, and more resilient energy solutions. There are also unprecedented challenges in the industry including an increa …
    5AB
    This workshop is designed to equip utility leaders, engineers, and planners with the practical, multi-faceted look necessary to effectively analyze, mitigate, and manage the growing threat of wildfire …
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    This panel will challenge conventional grid planning processes and discuss how Virtual Power Plants are delivering hundreds of reliable megawatts across North America. Unlike traditional peaker plants …
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    Meet-ups are designed to bring together individuals who share commonalities that hold significant value in shaping their identities, as well as allies who support them. Learn More About Meetups
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    The changing energy industry demands deep transformation, from the workforce up through utility operations. This panel brings together powerhouse women leading the utility industry to share how they’r …