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DTECH® is pleased to welcome members of news media and journalists to the event. Gather at the largest T&D event in the country from February 2-5, 2026. We are here to support the industry and our customers!

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Press qualifications

To apply for a press pass, please be prepared to provide the following:

  • Name, title, and organization
  • Links to at least two articles published within the last 3 months, including your byline
  • For freelance journalists: an article assignment from a verified media outlet
  • Type of media: print, online, broadcast, or podcast
  • Plans and goals for attending the event (e.g., podcast, video, or article covering grid transformation and AI)
  • Proof of having posted content for at least one year, with content posted on a monthly basis
  • Readership or audience size

Press passes are reserved for credentialed media professionals actively working for a recognized media outlet. Please note that consulting and advisory firms are not considered press

Press pass access includes:

  • Full Technical Conference Program
  • Breakfast Roundtables
  • Peer-to-Peer exchanges
  • Access to Exhibit Hall
  • Keynotes
  • Networking events
  • Knowledge Hubs
  • Media lounge

About DTECH®

At DTECH®, you'll meet industry leaders, innovators, and key players all in one spot, making it the largest and most influential transmission and distribution event in the country. As an editor, you'll get exclusive access to cutting-edge technologies powering society, alongside insights on electricity delivery automation, energy efficiency, smart cities, renewable energy, and more. With a focus on meaningful connections and industry advancements, we’re here to help you capture the future of transmission and distribution; while delivering value, fostering lasting relationships, and helping you stay ahead in the rapidly evolving energy landscape.

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Attendee utility types

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84%

of exhibitors consider the event to be important to their business

90%

of exhibitors are likely to return to DTECH® 2026

79%

of exhibitors said they are satisfied with their experience at DTECH® 2025

Media resources

Exhibitor list

Access the full list of exhibitors at DTECH®. Don't miss out on connecting with industry leaders and innovators.

Exhibitor news releases

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DTECH® news

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DTECH® updates

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AES sends world’s first AI-powered solar robot fleet to California project

AES has deployed the world's first fleet of AI-enabled solar robots to the second phase of the Bellefield project in Kern County, California.
September 04, 2025

Ann Arbor residents plan ballot initiative to dump DTE and begin shifting city toward public power

A group of Ann Arbor residents are taking the first steps toward removing DTE Energy as their electrical provider and creating a public electric utility board.
September 04, 2025

Artificial neural network tool to detect wildfire-sparking powerline faults

A project run by Eaton and NREL has developed a tool that can detect powerline faults otherwise difficult to detect, enabling utility companies to reduce the chance of both power outages and wildfires.
September 04, 2025

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