2026 Event Schedule

Discover how innovative initiatives are enhancing reliability—today and tomorrow.

Key Discussion Points:

1. The Case for Grid Modernization

Aging infrastructure and rising complexity demand new approaches to reliability, resilience, and affordability.
Regulatory compliance (NERC/FERC) and evolving policy frameworks are driving utilities to invest in modernization.

2. Technology Enablers

Deployment of smart grid technologies: sensors, automation, advanced metering, and data analytics.
Integration of distributed energy resources (DERs), renewables, and energy storage for grid stability.
AI/ML-driven predictive analytics for asset performance and outage management.

3. Digitalization & Operational Excellence

Real-time grid monitoring, state estimation, and predictive overload detection.
Fault anticipation, self-healing automation, and business outcomes such as improved SAIDI/SAIFI and grid resilience.
End-to-end automation from field devices to SCADA/ADMS integration.

4. Customer Impact & Affordability

Rate case mechanisms to secure funding for capital and O&M, balancing safety, reliability, and customer affordability.
Digital tools and platforms for customer engagement and personalized energy management.

5. Cybersecurity & Resilience

Addressing new vulnerabilities as digital technologies proliferate.
NERC CIP compliance, integrated NOC/SOC operations, and AI-powered security monitoring.

6. Innovation & Future Trends

Microgrids, nanogrids, and decentralized energy solutions for disaster preparedness and climate resilience.
Fleet electrification, renewable fuel infrastructure (RNG, hydrogen), and emissions reduction initiatives

Session Sponsored by HCLTech