Learn how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the energy industry by optimizing operations, protecting assets, mining data, finding efficiencies, and supporting the integration of distributed energy sources.
FEATURED CONTENT
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
- Utility University
- System Hardening and Vegetation Management
- Breakfast & Lunch Roundtables
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
- Digitalizing the Grid Knowledge Hub
- Initiate Startup Program
- Asset Management
- Customer Engagement
- Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub
- Peer to Peer Exchange
- City of the Future
- Environmental Social and Governance
- Cyber and Physical Security
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Keynote Sessions
- Data Analytics
- Storm and Disaster Management
- Grid Modernization
- Energy Orchestration and the DSO
- Electric Vehicles
- Breakout Sessions
8:00 AM
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W208C240 mins
- Utility University
This Utility University course is open to any attendee at an additional fee. To pre-register and reserve a seat, please visit the registration resource center or reach out to info@distributech.com. NO ...
8:00 AM
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W415 (Valencia Ballroom)120 mins
- Keynote Sessions
Zack Kass navigates the challenges and opportunities that lie at the forefront of AI innovation. He dissects the paradoxical landscape where technology moves at an astounding pace, yet practical, scal ...
10:15 AM
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W20830 mins
- Grid Modernization
Distribution grid planners are on the front lines of the clean energy and DER transition – whether utilities are prepared or not. This session describes how Duke Energy invests in digital innovation t ... -
W304CD30 mins
- Storm and Disaster Management
Long dealing with vegetation-related customer outages from dynamic northwest weather, Avista needed a better way to predict storms, storm-related incidents, and their impacts. This informative session ... -
W311CD60 mins
- System Hardening and Vegetation Management
Utilities large and small are gaining insights from satellite intelligence. Join this panel of vegetation management experts from California to Virginia to hear how utilities are revolutionizing veget ... -
W310B60 mins
- Peer to Peer Exchange
Peer-to-peer exchange is a discussion on a specific topic. Discussions provide attendees access to knowledge and expertise to help them address the critical challenges facing the industry today in a s ...
10:30 AM
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W30060 mins
- Breakout Sessions
As utilities and electric grid operators modernize operations and infrastructure to support the energy transition, many leaders are exploring new capabilities to enhance grid reliability and resilienc ... -
Initiate Hub Booth 707 Exhibit Floor Stage 190 mins
- Initiate Startup Program
All attendees have access to the Initiate startup pavilion, where up to 54 startup companies will be exhibiting and pitching their solutions to a panel of judges. Come learn about the latest technolog ...
11:00 AM
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Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 330 mins
- City of the Future
Learn how IBM stepped in with innovative solutions to future-proof the Texas Grid in response to a catastrophic and deadly system failure. With mounting challenges in the areas of reliability, resili ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 230 mins
- City of the Future
Utility companies that don't prioritize clean energy are risking customer attrition, regulatory backlash, and the health of our planet. But transitioning customers to clean energy involves a web of pa ...
11:05 AM
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W307CD30 mins
- Asset Management
San Diego Gas & Electric is committed to mitigating the evolving and expanding threat of devastating wildfires in Southern California. One way to address this threat is through its Intelligent Image P ... -
W304AB30 mins
- Data Analytics
Natural Language Analytics (NLA) is an advanced technology that involves the application of Natural Language Processing techniques and Machine Learning to analyze and derive insights from human langua ...
1:00 PM
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W307CD30 mins
- Asset Management
This presentation delves into the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) and GenAI in revolutionizing electric utility field services to bolster asset support. A ... -
W304EF30 mins
- Customer Engagement
When natural disasters strike, there is no room for error. Every second wasted could result in life-altering consequences. For utility companies, it is critical to coordinate aid across different regi ...
1:15 PM
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Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 130 mins
- City of the Future
The role of technology in worker safety is changing as the industry moves from siloed and static processes to dynamic safety programs driven by data. This has brought EH&S closer to operations than ev ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 330 mins
- City of the Future
The ComEd Advanced Image Analytics program with Optelos and Deloitte is projected to deliver improved grid reliability to their customers (SAIFI and SAIDI) and support organizational goals for cost c ...
1:50 PM
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W20930 mins
- Electric Vehicles
Building an enduring, effective, and scalable EV management strategy requires a delicate balance of maintaining engaged customers, without burdening or overwhelming them. Leveraging analytics to unde ...
2:00 PM
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Booth 432 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
Over the past five years, the energy industry has begun a transformation by adopting safety science to prevent serious worker injuries and fatalities. But even as safety and operations departments inc ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 230 mins
- City of the Future
In an era defined by climate consciousness and sustainable development goals, the energy landscape is undergoing a transformative shift. This discussion session aims to explore the intricate interplay ...
2:30 PM
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W309B60 mins
- Peer to Peer Exchange
Peer-to-peer exchange is a discussion on a specific topic. Discussions provide attendees access to knowledge and expertise to help them address the critical challenges facing the industry today in a s ... -
Initiate Hub Booth 707 Exhibit Floor Stage 190 mins
- Initiate Startup Program
All attendees have access to the Initiate startup pavilion, where up to 54 startup companies will be exhibiting and pitching their solutions to a panel of judges. Come learn about the latest technolog ...
2:40 PM
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W304AB30 mins
- Data Analytics
How should utilities be thinking about AI? While many see the potential, embracing an AI-driven solution can feel overwhelming to those trying to find where to start. In this session, hear from exper ...
2:45 PM
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Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 130 mins
- City of the Future
Utilities face a myriad of challenges, from resource constraints and aging infrastructure to external demands such as stakeholder expectations, compliance, and emergency response. In this session, we ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 230 mins
- City of the Future
Explore the forefront of AI-driven innovations transforming utilities, bolstering security measures, and propelling the transition towards sustainable energy practices. Gain unparalleled insights int ...
3:30 PM
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W304CD60 mins
- Storm and Disaster Management
With the growing severity of weather events including floods, severe storms and tornados, it is imperative utilities continue to evolve their storm response practices to maintain the high levels of re ... -
W304AB30 mins
- Data Analytics
The exponential proliferation of data across power distribution systems and the quickly evolving digital landscape provide a unique opportunity for utilities to become more data-driven. Data Mesh and ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 330 mins
- City of the Future
Power networks face challenges around safety, work quality, reliability and repeatability. New technology is needed to reach an energy network that is easier and safer to build, operate and maintain, ... -
W311CD30 mins
- System Hardening and Vegetation Management
With extreme weather events heightening dangerous vegetation issues, Nova Scotia Power has stepped beyond traditional methods of assessment to determine vegetation conditions and identify risks using ... -
Booth 432 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
Utilities need to manage volatile renewable energy. This can result in customer constraints and supply restrictions. In this session, a solution is presented that first calculates a Digital Twin for t ... -
Booth 3571 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Digitalizing the Grid Knowledge Hub
Explore how industry leaders are transforming the Power and Utility landscape through a data-centric approach and successful adoption of change. This panel discussion will delve into the integration o ...
4:15 PM
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Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 330 mins
- City of the Future
Common data platforms with IT, OT and GIS data coupled with GenAI capabilities can deliver benefits of optimized planning decisions with real-time project monitoring ensuring reduce costs and increase ...
4:20 PM
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W304AB30 mins
- Data Analytics
To identify an optimal grid hardening path, utilities must answer an essential question — what actions do they need to prioritize to keep their networks safe and online in a cost-effective manner? Uni ...
8:00 AM
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Breakfast Roundtables- WednesdayW414AB60 mins
- Breakfast & Lunch Roundtables
Full conference badge is required for admittance. Additionally, all full conference badge holders must pre-register to reserve a seat. To check your registration or to reserve a seat, please visit the ...
9:15 AM
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W304CD30 mins
- Storm and Disaster Management
IBM collaborated with Florida Power & Light to transform the processes for planning and mobilizing the field service teams deployed to repair assets and restore service. A 13-month agile implementati ...
10:05 AM
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W307CD60 mins
- Asset Management
Advance analytics can be used to reduce risk, improve reliability and reduce spend by focusing time and resources on the assets that matter the most leveraging Machine Learning models specifically des ... -
W304CD30 mins
- Storm and Disaster Management
While many external factors influence resiliency, weather remains the single greatest threat to the electric power grid. When damage occurs, it is very time-consuming and costly to identify due to the ... -
W304AB30 mins
- Data Analytics
Examine use cases, lessons learned, and other insights as it relates to the role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in support of T&D asset inspections. Topics will include the potentia ... -
W308AB30 mins
- Cyber and Physical Security
The energy transition is driving exponential complexity in the operation of a safe, reliable, and affordable power grid. Quantum computing is ideally suited for tackling aspects of this complexity th ... -
W20830 mins
- Grid Modernization
DTE has unlocked the value of AMI to support operational analytics. In Q4 of 2023 the PowerRunner on PI solution went into production at DTE, joining rich time-series data with contextual metadata, c ... -
W304EF30 mins
- Customer Engagement
In an increasingly dynamic energy landscape, fostering engaged customers is critical for achieving a resilient grid. This responsibility is pushing customer experience (CX) leaders to think boldly an ...
10:15 AM
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W309B60 mins
- Peer to Peer Exchange
Peer-to-peer exchange is a discussion on a specific topic. Discussions provide attendees access to knowledge and expertise to help them address the critical challenges facing the industry today in a s ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 330 mins
- City of the Future
Faults in high voltage underground cables require a trained utility employee to enter a confined space to carry out high-risk repairs. Join us and learn how Con Edison and ULC Technologies are transf ... -
Booth 432 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
Learn how Artificial Intelligence can be leveraged to reduce safety incidents and enhance safety and security accountability at job sites and facilities. Session Sponsored by: Orbital Engineering, Inc ...
10:55 AM
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W308CD30 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
Consumers Energy’s long-term grid modernization vision includes implementing new technologies to improve safety and reliability for customers. The company initiated an aggressive strategy including ov ...
11:00 AM
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Booth 4343 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub
When responding to FERC Order 881 and enhancing grid capacity, a universal approach of one-size-fits-all doesn't suffice. Transmission grids differ based on location and climate, requiring tailored st ... -
Booth 432 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
To orchestrate the grid – including managing renewables at scale, keeping track of millions of DERs, and proactively managing disruptions – utilities need to unlock the power of data. Connecting and i ...
12:00 PM
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Booth 3571 Exhibit Floor60 mins
- Digitalizing the Grid Knowledge Hub
If you find yourself up to your eyeballs in data and want to put that data to work, this session is for you. We'll talk about how digitalization has transformed grid management and 3 ways you can use ...
1:00 PM
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W311CD30 mins
- System Hardening and Vegetation Management
Learn how Alabama Power and National Grid are using modern technologies such as satellites and artificial intelligence to unlock efficiencies, save money, and simultaneously increase reliability — yea ... -
W304GH30 mins
- Environmental Social and Governance
Duke Energy has been designing and delivering safe, effective, and enhanced training and qualifications using Virtual Reality throughout several business sectors including, but not limited to, Nuclear ...
1:15 PM
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Booth 432 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in asset management, particularly in capital planning for T&D companies. Learn how combining AI and human expertise can enhance decision-making and op ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 230 mins
- City of the Future
As organizations and communities strive for a more resilient, reliable, and sustainable future, grid infrastructure is critical. Hear examples from industry leaders on how digital technology is transf ...
1:50 PM
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W311CD30 mins
- System Hardening and Vegetation Management
This session will explore how AES Ohio and AES Indiana have used artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to transition from a cycle-based approach in a vegetation management program to ... -
W304AB30 mins
- Data Analytics
Learn from customers who have successfully implemented AI solutions using Microsoft Azure and Azure OpenAI Service. In this session panelists will share their experiences of how they leveraged AI—inc ...
2:00 PM
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Booth 4343 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub
AMI technology provides tremendous capabilities that are often underutilized or completely untapped. Most AMI meters are capable of being configured to capture a lot more data than currently programm ...
2:40 PM
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W20830 mins
- Grid Modernization
We will present an AI-powered approach in the framework of ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management Systems) specially designed for the emerging needs for increased LV/MV transparency of the modern DSOs ...
2:45 PM
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Booth 3571 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Digitalizing the Grid Knowledge Hub
This session will delve into how a synergistic relationship between disparate data, spatial intelligence, and artificial intelligence is used to prioritize cost-effective remedies for enhancing grid r ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 230 mins
- City of the Future
Utilities across the globe continue to look at optimizing, enhancing, and improving the reliability of their operations. This session will delve into real-world scenarios, use cases, and proven exampl ...
3:15 PM
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W415 (Valencia Ballroom)60 mins
- Keynote Sessions
Generative AI has captured the imagination of many industries and is poised to bring in the next wave of technological advancements. In this session, hear how the largest industries, from healthcare a ...
3:30 PM
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Booth 4343 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub
Utilities using meter communications have access to a powerful phase-mapping tool. We explain at a high level how our unique technology works by using mathematical techniques at the cutting edge of a ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 130 mins
- City of the Future
We've all heard it: the AI revolution is upon us. For power & utility companies, the promise of agility and cost-savings is enticing. But the steps to get there are daunting at best. AI is nothing if ...
4:15 PM
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Booth 4343 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub
To combat growing environmental and climate change, utilities need to operationalize weather and climate risk analytics applications: Vegetation Management, which applies AI & analytics to calculate ... -
Booth 432 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
Discover the future of energy management and control center operations with "Empowering Operators: The Rise of AI Co-Pilots in Energy Control Centers." This session shines a spotlight on Schneider Ele ... -
Booth 2071 Exhibit Floor Theater 230 mins
- City of the Future
Power-generation infrastructure is aging, and utilities must meet sustainability goals. These factors make the remaining useful life even more important. One day lost can cost hundreds of thousands of ...
4:20 PM
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W304GH30 mins
- Environmental Social and Governance
As utilities face the task of grid transformation, they must also focus on transforming the workface and organizations to align with company goals. This session will delve into the workforce of the fu ... -
W307CD30 mins
- Asset Management
A utility’s need for integrated end-to-end asset management has never been greater. As regulatory pressures increase, customer demands grow, and challenges from the energy transition ensue, success fo ... -
W308AB30 mins
- Cyber and Physical Security
This session will explore the transformative potential of Generative AI for cybersecurity in the utility sector, focusing on three key areas: threat modeling, anomaly detection, and mitigation strateg ...
8:00 AM
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Breakfast Roundtables- ThursdayW414AB60 mins
- Breakfast & Lunch Roundtables
Full conference badge is required for admittance. Additionally, all full conference badge holders must pre-register to reserve a seat. To check your registration or to reserve a seat, please visit the ...
9:15 AM
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W415 (Valencia Ballroom)60 mins
- Keynote Sessions
Join us for the Thursday morning keynote session, featuring speaker Abigail Posner, Google. Abigail is the Director of U. S. Creative Works, Google’s creative think tank for agencies and brands, and ...
10:30 AM
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W307CD60 mins
- Asset Management
Utilities globally are under pressure to reduce their O&M costs, and inspections process is one key area to explore for efficiencies. While utilities recognize the potential benefits of AI in visual i ... -
W311AB30 mins
- Energy Orchestration and the DSO
In the past, calculating the hosting capacity of a distribution network required accurate data and a deep understanding of its components. However, such data is often lacking, forcing operators to rel ... -
W304GH60 mins
- Environmental Social and Governance
T&D organizations are looking for the next ‘S-Curve’ of productivity to address growing O&M costs, workloads, regulatory pressure, resilience needs and employee expectations. Transforming the end-to-e ... -
W304EF60 mins
- Customer Engagement
This panel discussion will provide insights on how utilities can optimize operations, enhance customer experiences, provide an effective response for storm events, and promote sustainability by levera ... -
Booth 432 Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
AI and data analytics will be instrumental in maximizing value while decarbonizing operations. AI and machine learning algorithms can optimize energy usage in systems for maximum efficiency. This can ...