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Enel hybrid solar+storage power plant tour

Located just southeast of Dallas in Scurry, Texas, Lily was Enel North America's first hybrid plant integrating renewable energy production and battery storage. Its 421,400 photovoltaic (PV) bifacial solar panels are expected to generate over 367 GWh each year, equivalent to avoiding the emissions of over 242,000 tons into the atmosphere annually. The project comprises a 181 MWdc PV facility paired with a 55 MWdc battery. Visitors will see firsthand what the day-to-day operation of a clean power plant in ERCOT requires.

Date: Monday, March 24, 2025

Location: Meet in Lobby AB

Time:
Group 1: 8:30 am - 12:15 pm
Group 2: 1:00 pm - 4:45 pm

Requirements: Safety-toe shoes and long pants required

Cost: $75

Registration cap: 50 (Two groups of 25)

In partnership with:
enel

Smart Cities Living Lab in the West End Walking Tour

The West End of Downtown Dallas is known for its rich history. Home to the Sixth Floor Museum, more than 7 million people visit the West End each year, making it one of the leading tourist destinations in the city. But The West End offers more than history: workspace, urban residences, restaurants and shops are leading the way to an innovative future for the area. As developers refurbish century-old brick warehouses into high-tech, creative spaces for corporate tenants like Blue Cross Blue Shield at Factory Six03, the Dallas Innovation Alliance's smart cities living lab provides the foundation for civic innovation in the district. With 11 different 'smart' projects operating through the six block corridor, solutions are being tested across energy, water, transportation, public health, citizen engagement and connectivity. As the fastest-to-market smart cities initiative in the US, come see how the Living Lab came to be, what's been learned, and what's next!

Date: Monday, March 24, 2025

Location: Meet in Lobby AB

Time:
Group 1: 8:15 am - 10:00 am
Group 2: 10:30 pm - 12:15 pm

Requirements: Walking shoes

Cost: $75

Registration cap: 40 (Two groups of 20)

In partnership with:

DIA

Sentient Energy – Frisco Demo Lab

Join us during DISTRIBUTECH 2025 for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of Sentient Energy's state-of-the-art labs in Dallas, Texas. This is your chance to see how our groundbreaking sensor technologies for overhead and underground systems—featuring the MM3AI, ZM1, UM1, UM3+, and VC10—are rigorously designed and tested to meet the most demanding grid challenges.

During the tour, you'll:

  • Witness live demonstrations in our High Current, High Voltage, and Environmental Testing Labs, showcasing how our sensors are built to withstand real-world conditions.
  • Explore the steps in our product testing process, where innovation meets industry-leading quality standards.
  • (Time permitting) Get a glimpse into our Electrical Development Labs and Firmware Quality Assurance Lab, where cutting-edge solutions are created and refined.
  • This immersive experience offers electric utilities a first-hand look at how Sentient Energy’s intelligent sensor technology is advancing grid reliability and operational efficiency.

Reserve your spot now and be part of the journey shaping the future of grid resilience!

Date: Monday, March 24, 2025

Location: Meet in Lobby AB

Time:

Group 1: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm (leaving at 9:00 am)

Group 2: 12:45 pm – 4:45 pm (leaving at 1:00 pm)

Requirements: Hard hats are required but will be provided by Sentient Energy.

Cost: $75

Registration cap: 50 (Two groups of 25)

In partnership with

Sentient Energy