March 24-27, 2025 | Dallas, Texas

Data Analytics

This topic highlights how utilities are utilizing data from advanced distribution operations to customer smart meters to improve system reliability and resilience while improving the customer experience.

An energy ecosystem consisting of billions of data points requires intentional analytics to inform resource planning, asset performance, and customer behavior. From analyzing asset performance to artificial intelligence, data analytics is a fundamental piece to ensuring the smart grid operates to its full potential.

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GE Vernova

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featured sessions

Dominion is facing rapid growth. Here's how they plan long-term

March 25 | 4:00-4:50 PM | C156

In this session, we will discuss strategies and tactics around long-term load forecasts (LTLF) for area, substation and transformer-level forecasting, including the development of an operating framework which includes automated data collection from multiple data sources, model building, and reconciliation for grouped time series. 


 

featured sessions

Making the most of AMI: Data drives organizational decisions at Exelon and Duke

March 27 | 9:00-9:50 AM | C142

In this panel, experts from Exelon, Baltimore Gas and Electric (an Exelon company), and Duke Energy will discuss how they leverage data from customer analytics to decarbonization planning. The panelists will discuss the successful experience of investing time and resources into unlocking AMI interval data and customer data to help with internal decision-making, customer programs and experiences, and grid readiness. 


 

Data analytics educational opportunities

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8:00 AM
  1. C148
    240 mins
    This Utility University course is open to any attendee with an all-access or utility all-access badge. These courses are first come, first served onsite in Dallas, however, pre-registration is still r …
11:00 AM
  1. Technology and the Energy Transition Knowledge Hub- Booth #7121, Exhibit Floor
    30 mins
    Field workers are the backbone of utility companies. When field operations have the tools and technology needed to be productive and engaged, better bottom-line outcomes follow. Achieving transformati …
  2. C144/ 145
    50 mins
    Southern Company is revolutionizing customer engagement by leveraging generative AI and machine learning through an innovative customer lakehouse to develop a comprehensive 360-degree view of customer …
  3. C141
    50 mins
    Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) has been at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technologies to enhance the efficiency and reliability of substation operations. This conference session submissio …
    Chairperson
1:00 PM
  1. C2
    50 mins
    As more data inundates electric utilities, it becomes harder to know what to focus on. To drive actionable results, this talk will cover key actionable metrics (i.e. KPIs) and how to access those KPIs …
  2. C148
    50 mins
    In this session, we will delve into the transformative impact of owning and operating a private LTE network. Unlike carrier networks which offer limited visibility, a proprietary private LTE network e …
2:00 PM
  1. Resiliency Knowledge Hub- Booth #1001, Exhibit Floor
    30 mins
    In today's rapidly evolving energy landscape, the electric utility industry faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities. The key to navigating this complex environment lies in leveraging advanced …
  2. C4
    50 mins
    Utility leaders face growing challenges to meet customer expectations, regulatory pressures, and grid stress while modernizing their infrastructure. This session delves into how AI-powered distributed …
2:45 PM
  1. Digitalizing the Grid Knowledge Hub- Booth #5558, Exhibit Floor
    30 mins
    In this session, we will explore how Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) leverage the power of AI to optimize the use of existing grid infrastructure. This session will introduce the concept and benefi …
3:30 PM
  1. Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub- Booth #4733, Exhibit Floor
    30 mins
    Want a smarter, more reliable grid? Join us for a live demonstration of cutting-edge tools designed to tackle the toughest challenges in distribution network validation. From phase detection to transf …
4:00 PM
  1. C1
    50 mins
    In an era where data drives innovation, utility companies, regardless of size, face common challenges and reap similar benefits from advanced data integration. Glendale Water and Power, a municipal wa …
  2. C156
    50 mins
    Dominion Energy is facing considerable growth across its operating territory – much of it stemming from non-conforming load produced by the technology and EV sector. The need for improved forecasting …
9:00 AM
  1. C141
    50 mins
    Accurate grid models are critical for the reliable and efficient operation of modern energy systems. This session explores several advanced techniques for validating and improving distribution network …
11:00 AM
  1. Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub- Booth #2041, Exhibit Floor
    750 mins
    Grid edge intelligence plays a key role in managing increasing supply and demand fluctuations that threaten reliability. Edge data processing, combined with applications and analytics, provides real-t …
11:45 AM
  1. Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub- Booth #4733, Exhibit Floor
    30 mins
    Join us for an insightful panel discussion at DistribuTECH, where industry leaders specializing in emerging energy solutions come together to explore the dynamic landscape of energy innovation. This s …
1:15 PM
  1. Resiliency Knowledge Hub- Booth #1001, Exhibit Floor
    30 mins
    Severe hurricanes in 2024 disrupted utility operation, highlighting the need for accurate storm predictions. Hurricane Helene, for instance, left over 5 million customers without power across 10 state …
2:00 PM
  1. C156
    50 mins
    Energy storage of the right size installed at strategic locations can optimize load and effectively reduce wires infrastructure build-out across all voltage levels (e.g., circuits, substations, subtra …
2:45 PM
  1. Grid Transformation Knowledge Hub- Booth #1051, Exhibit Floor
    30 mins
    As cities and utilities embrace digital transformation, smart street lighting is evolving beyond simple illumination to become a cornerstone of connected infrastructure. This session will explore the …

 

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