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As transmission and distribution systems become more complex—with increasing integration of distributed energy resources (DERs), renewable generation, and bi-directional power flows—the demands on control room operations are rising. This topic explores how utilities are evolving their control room strategies, tools, and teams to enhance situational awareness, improve system reliability, and enable faster, data-driven decision-making. Topics include advanced visualization, automation, operator training, Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs), and the evolving role of the control room in an increasingly digital and decentralized grid.
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Bridging the Gap: Realizing the Potential of Advanced Automation and AI in Distribution Operations
February 02, 2026
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 their full operational potential.
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Evaluating AI-enhanced Controls for the Utility Control Room of the Future
February 05, 2026
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 of the Future' testbed by assessing the current state-of-the-art and projected technology trends, identifying evaluation requirements for emerging technologies, and summarizing the key needs for safe, secure, and high-performance deployment.
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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 …Speakers
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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 …Speakers
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As utilities modernize their grid operations, the implementation of Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) across multiple operating companies presents both significant opportunities and comp …Speakers
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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 …SpeakersChairperson
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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) …SpeakersChairperson
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The electrical utilities industry is experiencing substantial transformations due to technological advancements, regulatory changes, employee turnover, and shifting consumer demands. Recent OECD job r …SpeakersChairperson
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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 …Speakers
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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. …SpeakersChairperson