Expert-led, technical sessions on the most pressing issues in the energy industry. 20 topics. Hundreds of speakers. You. Cannot. Miss. It.
The roundtables are available to Utility Partner Program participants and All-Access attendees.
We're sorry, but we couldn't find any results that match your search criteria. Please try again with different keywords or filters.
Loading
- Breakfast Roundtables
- Utility University
- Grid Modernization
- ADMS
- System Planning
- Customer Engagement
- Partner Events
- Workshops
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
- Policy and Regulation
- Bulk Power
- Smart Cities
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Artificial Intelligence
- Reliability and Resilience
- DERMS
- Storms and Wildfires
- Energy Storage
- Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub
- Microgrids
- Transportation Electrification
- Workforce
- Digital Transformation
- DER
- Technical Tours
- Vegetation Management
- Private LTE
- Peer-to-Peer Exchange
- AMI
- Asset Management
- Cybersecurity
- Detection and Prevention
- Grid Transformation Knowledge Hub
- Resiliency Knowledge Hub
- Data Analytics
- Grid Edge
- Communication Networks
- SCADA
- Data Centers
- Virtual Power Plants
7:00 AM
-
D171/173720 mins
- Partner Events
To attend this event, you must register separately. This event is free to attend and can be added to your registration when registering, or by visiting the registration resource center to review your ...
8:00 AM
-
C140540 mins
- Utility University
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
This a seminar-style full-day course with 6-8 theory segments augmented by experienced-based use cases will be presented and discussed. Interactive audience participation is encouraged with scheduled ...Speakers -
C144/ 145240 mins
- Utility University
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Communication Networks
**An advanced version of this topic is offered by UU 303** An overview of IEEE 1815, aka DNP3, the most widely-used SCADA protocol in North American electric utilities. The course covers modern SCADA ... -
C146240 mins
- Utility University
- Reliability and Resilience
- Energy Storage
- Microgrids
In modern distribution systems, microgrids are essential for enhancing system reliability and resiliency, facilitating the integration of distributed energy resources (DERs), and improving the power q ... -
C156240 mins
- Utility University
- Policy and Regulation
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
As utilities grapple with the definition, use cases, procurement, and deployment of distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS), important aspects must be considered when embarking on the i ... -
C141240 mins
- Utility University
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- SCADA
This course provides an examination of the fundamentals of electric utility supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems with a focus on case studies, industry best practices, and applicat ... -
C1240 mins
- Utility University
- Grid Modernization
- Customer Engagement
Call it whatever you want— AMI 2.0 may send a marketing-induced shiver down your spine, but the next generation of smart metering technology is here, and it's rapidly evolving. The three pillars of ad ... -
C155240 mins
- Utility University
- Reliability and Resilience
- Energy Storage
Energy storage systems (ESS) play key roles in the electrification and decarbonization of electric power systems. While the focus in power systems has been on megawatt-scale stationary energy storage ... -
C142240 mins
- Utility University
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DER
- Grid Edge
Distribution feeder circuits have traditionally been designed as radial feeds, with the voltage the highest at the substation and the lowest at the end of the circuit. This allows the voltage to be th ... -
C147/ 154240 mins
- Utility University
- Storms and Wildfires
- Asset Management
*Advanced content on this topic is offered in a separate course, UU 305* The National Incident Management (NIMS) provides stakeholders across the whole emergency response community with the shared vo ... -
C148240 mins
- Utility University
- Artificial Intelligence
- Asset Management
- Data Analytics
Utility companies today are facing more demands than ever when it comes to asset data. The risk of having inaccurate data driving daily work can lead to non-compliance, inefficiencies, and equipment m ... -
C2240 mins
- Utility University
- Bulk Power
- Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is transforming electric utility operations, necessary for ensuring reliability, and being implemented on more T&D systems. Why? Utility transmission and distribution protection, automat ...
)
.jpg)
8:15 AM
-
Meeting Point- Lower AB Lobby105 mins
- Technical Tours
To attend this tour, you must add it to your registration. This tour costs $75 to attend and can be added to your registration when registering, or by visiting the registration resource center to revi ...
8:30 AM
-
Meeting Point- Lower AB Lobby225 mins
- Technical Tours
To attend this tour, you must add it to your registration. This tour costs $75 to attend and can be added to your registration when registering, or by visiting the registration resource center to revi ...
9:00 AM
-
D221480 mins
- Partner Events
To attend this event, you must register separately. The cost is $295, and it can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource center to review your existing ... -
D167/174480 mins
- Partner Events
To attend this event, you must register separately. The cost is $349, and it can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource center to review your existing ...
10:30 AM
-
Meeting Point- Lower AB Lobby105 mins
- Technical Tours
To attend this tour, you must add it to your registration. This tour costs $75 to attend and can be added to your registration when registering, or by visiting the registration resource center to revi ...
1:00 PM
-
C156240 mins
- Utility University
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
This immersive Utility University Session will provide electric utility professionals with a comprehensive roadmap for evaluating, deploying, and operating private LTE networks tailored to their needs ... -
C144/ 145240 mins
- Utility University
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Communication Networks
*Fundamental elements of this topic are covered in UU 203* This course extends the morning’s IEEE 1815 (DNP3) — Part 1 Fundamentals by looking at more advanced usage of DNP3, interoperability issues, ... -
C155240 mins
- Utility University
- Reliability and Resilience
- Grid Edge
This course explores evolving grid impacts with distributed energy resource (DER) adoption that alter the fundamental operating characteristics of the electric grid, transforming it from a one-way cen ... -
C146240 mins
- Utility University
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Communication Networks
The objective of this training is to provide an overview of key fundamentals and principles of IEC 61850, including the data modeling, communication, testing/troubleshooting, and networking aspects. ... -
C147/ 154240 mins
- Utility University
- Storms and Wildfires
- Asset Management
*Advanced content on this topic is offered in a separate course, UU 205* The National Incident Management System (NIMS) provides stakeholders across the emergency response community with the shared vo ... -
C141240 mins
- Utility University
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- SCADA
This course provides an in-depth look at the systems that utilize supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) information, functionality, and secure networks for advanced applications. Key topics ... -
C1240 mins
- Utility University
- Asset Management
Planned Contents: 1. Introduction 2. History 3. What is Asset Management 4. Asset Management Organizational Formation 5. Techniques and Practices. The journey begins with an examin ... -
C2240 mins
- Utility University
- Bulk Power
- Cybersecurity
- Detection and Prevention
*An introductory course on this topic is offered in UU210* Cybersecurity is transforming electric utility operations, which is necessary for ensuring reliability and being implemented on more T&D syst ... -
Meeting Point- Lower AB Lobby225 mins
- Technical Tours
To attend this tour, you must add it to your registration. This tour costs $75 to attend and can be added to your registration when registering, or by visiting the registration resource center to revi ... -
C143/ 149240 mins
- Data Centers
The exponential rise in data center demand is reshaping the energy landscape across the United States. From hyperscale data centers to colocation facilities, these high-density loads are placing unpre ...Speakers -
C143/ 149240 mins
- Workshops
Description:The exponential rise in data center demand is reshaping the energy landscape across the United States. From hyperscale data centers to colocation facilities, these high-density loads are p ... -
C142240 mins
- Utility University
- Bulk Power
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
Distributed energy resources (DER) are growing in number and magnitude. Need proof? Consider the case of SDG&E, which currently has 2 GW of distributed generation at approximately 250,000 locations on ...Speakers -
C148240 mins
- Utility University
- Grid Modernization
- Policy and Regulation
- Bulk Power
This course will give attendees an in-depth, real-world view of utility regulation, equipping them with knowledge of key regulatory topics that impact every facet of the utility business. Many utilit ... -
D222240 mins
- Workshops
More information coming soon!
)
2:00 PM
-
D166120 mins
- Partner Events
To attend this event, you must register separately. This event is free to attend and can be added to your registration when registering, or by visiting the registration resource center to review your ...
3:00 PM
-
D4120 mins
- Workshops
Monday, March 24th, 2025 Network Managers Working Group Smarter Grids Down Under: Australian Network Strategies for Net Zero Explore how Australian energy networks are navigating the world’s fastest r ...
10:00 AM
-
C15650 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Microgrids
- DER
Distribution utilities are increasingly receiving requests to implement and interconnect multi-customer microgrids on their systems as a reliability and resilience solution. Designing, assessing, and ...Chairperson -
C147/ 15450 mins
- Customer Engagement
- Bulk Power
- Grid Edge
- Data Centers
- Virtual Power Plants
The impact of electrification on distribution systems is only part of the new load growth equation. While these loads are somewhat flexible, utilities in many regions of the country are also facing re ...Speakers -
C14050 mins
- ADMS
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
- Virtual Power Plants
DERs continue to integrate with the distribution system in a variety of ways, as behind-the-meter assets (either aggregated or stand-alone), front-of-the-meter DERs connected to the medium-voltage sys ... -
C14850 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Smart Cities
- Virtual Power Plants
While the City of San Diego's Climate Action Plan establishes the goal of net zero emissions citywide by 2035, the target for municipal buildings is simply zero emissions. This goal applies to over 40 ...Chairperson -
C150 mins
- System Planning
- Transportation Electrification
As the adoption of electric vehicles accelerates, utilities face the critical task of integrating charging infrastructure with grid upgrades to meet rising electricity demands. This session unveils gr ...Speakers -
D162/164390 mins
- Partner Events
To attend this event, you must register separately. The cost is $499, and it can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource center to review your existing ...
)
10:15 AM
-
Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub- Booth #4733, Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
- Digital Transformation
- Grid Edge
As Distributed System Operators (DSOs) face the challenges of increasing electricity demand, maintaining grid reliability, and integrating renewable energy, they must manage a grid composed of diverse ... -
D22060 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Digital Transformation
- Peer-to-Peer Exchange
- Asset Management
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 ...
11:00 AM
-
C250 mins
- Transportation Electrification
As EV adoption increases, the challenge of integrating the charging load is increasingly focused on managing the impacts on the distribution system. A recent Department of Energy study focused on prep ...Chairperson -
C143/ 14950 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Bulk Power
Electricity load is forecasted to multiply over the next decade and beyond, and this trend is complicated – and helped – by policy goals set by utilities, legislators, and regulators alike. This panel ...ChairpersonSpeakers -
C14650 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Reliability and Resilience
- Cybersecurity
- Data Centers
Join us for an in-depth discussion on Oncor's System Resiliency Plan (SRP) and its vital role in enhancing grid resilience. Filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on May 6, 2024, this $3 bi ...Speakers -
C350 mins
- Storms and Wildfires
- Transportation Electrification
Portland General Electric (PGE) is pioneering the introduction of bi-directional EV charging with the Ford F-150 Lightning in its innovative V2X Demonstration Project. This project explores the potent ... -
C15550 mins
- System Planning
- Customer Engagement
- Smart Cities
Smart cities will require a significant build-out of electrical infrastructure to support the demand for low-carbon and reliable electricity. In doing so, electric utilities will need to balance requi ... -
C14250 mins
- Bulk Power
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
Duke Energy has a significant penetration of grid-scale distributed energy resources (DERs) that are both utility and third-party-owned/ operated. The penetration of DERs is expected to grow sixfold b ... -
Digitalizing the Grid Knowledge Hub- Booth #5558, Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Cybersecurity
Attacks on operational technology (OT) — the systems controlling industrial equipment, processes, and events — have leaped from Hollywood screens into reality. What started as a cloak and dagger spy n ... -
C14150 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Analytics
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 -
C450 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Storms and Wildfires
The frequency and severity of weather events are increasing, impacting the reliability and resilience of power systems, leading to major infrastructure damage, extended service interruptions, and sign ...Chairperson -
C144/ 14550 mins
- Customer Engagement
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Analytics
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 ...
.png)
1:00 PM
-
C14150 mins
- Cybersecurity
- Detection and Prevention
Recent cyberattacks have demonstrated increased risk to both IT and operational technology (OT) environments. While you are waiting to patch, cybercriminals are maximizing their opportunity by exploit ... -
C143/ 14950 mins
- System Planning
- Policy and Regulation
- Bulk Power
- Virtual Power Plants
The demand for cleaner electric energy grows each year with the electrification of data storage, mobility, space conditioning, vertical agriculture, and industrial processes. Some say that America wil ...Chairperson -
C14250 mins
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
As grid modernization efforts ramp up, the value of automated network device deployment will quickly become apparent. When deployment efforts were limited to small numbers of endpoints, the inefficien ...Chairperson -
C144/ 14550 mins
- Workforce
As the utility industry continues to evolve, women have made and continue to make invaluable contributions in the utilities sector. In this session, as women leaders in the utility industry, we will e ...Chairperson -
C15550 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Workforce
- Digital Transformation
The panel will discuss how PG&E and PSEG are navigating the convergence of AI and generative AI, AR/ VR, analytics, and cloud, and how they have doubled down in their efforts on automation to drive va ... -
C14050 mins
- DERMS
- DER
- Cybersecurity
With rising DER levels, utilities across the U.S. are beginning to design communication and control systems that will be used to manage and monitor inverter-based resources. The architectures to manag ... -
C350 mins
- Grid Modernization
Many power utilities have installed a large number of remote terminal units since the early 1990s that are nearing the end of life or requiring an upgrade. This presents a challenge for utilities to c ... -
C14850 mins
- Private LTE
- Data Analytics
- Communication Networks
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 ...Chairperson -
C350 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Digital Transformation
Western Sydney, Australia is undergoing significant growth and development, focusing on establishing a 'Metropolis of Three Cities' and achieving ambitious renewable energy goals. Endeavour Energy's n ... -
C450 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Asset Management
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) stands at the forefront of innovation in utility operations, continually seeking to optimize efficiency, reliability, and safety. In recent years, the convergen ...Chairperson -
C15650 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Storms and Wildfires
- Asset Management
The increasing frequency and intensity of storms pose significant challenges to electric utilities, emphasizing the need for technological solutions to optimize storm response. Accurate storm outage a ...ChairpersonSpeakers -
C150 mins
- ADMS
- Grid Modernization
- Advanced Distribution Operations
For more than 20 years, Arizona Public Service has been gradually adopting grid technologies that enable “flexibility” for customers who seek greater energy independence through rooftop solar, electri ...
2:00 PM
-
C14050 mins
- Cybersecurity
- Detection and Prevention
Advanced persistent threat actors’ techniques, tactics, and procedures have resulted in the need for additional operational technology (OT) network security. With the industry preparing for NERC CIP 0 ... -
C14250 mins
- Storms and Wildfires
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
This session will discuss the vital importance of grid monitorization and the need for smart responses on critical infrastructure. By exploring frequently encountered scenarios in which grid monitoriz ...Chairperson -
C150 mins
- Grid Modernization
- System Planning
- DER
Distribution planners balance customer needs and grid reliability daily. Duke Energy’s digital tools help planners make decisions faster, especially when customers need to understand the capacity avai ... -
C250 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Advanced Distribution Operations
FirstEnergy laid out an ambitious agenda for grid modernization, improved reliability, customer service, and regulatory compliance that entails distribution automation to support and manage DER and Vo ... -
C14650 mins
- Storms and Wildfires
- Asset Management
- Cybersecurity
Oncor recently developed a three-year System Resiliency Plan (SRP) to harden and modernize the transmission and distribution system to improve overall resilience against resiliency events for customer ... -
C15650 mins
- Asset Management
- Communication Networks
Facing a surge in high-speed broadband deployments, utilities are grappling with a flood of third-party attachment requests, challenging the resilience of the electric grid. American Electric Power (A ...Chairperson -
C14150 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Energy Storage
- Cybersecurity
Utilities are increasingly deploying energy storage to enhance the operational resilience and sustainability of the grid. Given the critical nature of grid operations, safety and cybersecurity are par ... -
C143/ 14950 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Bulk Power
Every election presents potential changes in the federal and state energy landscape. In this session, panelists will dive into the dynamic world of energy and grid policy and regulation following the ...Chairperson -
C14850 mins
- AMI
- Communication Networks
Imagine gaining access to a robust, secure AMI network without the need to invest in building out the communications infrastructure. Join CPS Energy, the nation’s largest municipally owned energy comp ... -
C144/ 14550 mins
- Bulk Power
- Workforce
The electric power industry is undergoing rapid transformation driven by technological advancements, regulatory changes, and the increasing integration of renewable energy sources. As these changes un ...
2:45 PM
-
Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub- Booth #2041, Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Artificial Intelligence
- Grid Edge Technologies Knowledge Hub
- Asset Management
Explore how InnPower leapfrogged from Excel sheets to AI Tools. Understand the AI Cake approach to layering AI into a Utility workforce. Discover transformational use cases such as gen-AI for reportin ...
3:00 PM
-
C144/ 14550 mins
- Workforce
The utility sector and its supporting industries face an increasingly competitive job market. Technology companies not only present thrilling opportunities for STEM graduates but also promote progress ... -
C250 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Bulk Power
Several lessons were learned from the post-storm analysis of the impact of the 2021 Winter Storm Uri which had a devastating effect on Texas electricity grids. Among these lessons was the need for an ... -
C15550 mins
- Workforce
- Data Centers
As modern power delivery systems continue to evolve with the increasing adoption of distributed energy resources, electric vehicles and data centers, utilities are at the brink of electric load growth ...Speakers -
C14150 mins
- Cybersecurity
- Detection and Prevention
Cyber risks, weaknesses, and vulnerabilities are everywhere, but what do we need to fix first? This is a common refrain from asset owners and operators trying to prioritize limited mitigation resource ...Chairperson -
C450 mins
- Bulk Power
- Artificial Intelligence
- Asset Management
Evergy, a regulated electric utility that serves more than 1.6 million customers in Kansas and Missouri, partnered with eSmart Systems for a 3-year virtual AI-assisted inspection program of 9000+ mile ... -
C14250 mins
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
As millions of cellular-enabled devices are deployed and refreshed each year by utilities, many are considering whether to adopt 4G technology or jump straight to 5G. In this presentation by Southern ... -
C150 mins
- Grid Modernization
- DER
The transition toward renewable energy sources necessitates a comprehensive overhaul of grid infrastructure and operational strategies. A panel of utility industry experts from Eversource, PSEG New Je ... -
C14650 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Asset Management
Electrical substations are crucial for the power grid, often situated in remote areas, posing logistical challenges for maintenance. Unexpected faults can lead to network failures or accidents. Hence, ... -
D490 mins
- Workshops
This is part of a 2-part workshop with the first part taking place on Monday, March 24, from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Tuesday, March 25CEO Panel Australia’s Energy Challenge: Leading the Net Zero Transforma ...
4:00 PM
-
C14150 mins
- Cybersecurity
Utilities operate fleets of substations with remote terminal units (RTUs) which may or may not be on a corporate internal IT network. Substations that are subject to NERC CIP requirements, but that ca ... -
C14650 mins
- Vegetation Management
- Asset Management
In an era where drones, AI, and digital models are reshaping nearly every industry, utilities are on the brink of a transformative revolution in the way they inspect their assets. Making the business ... -
C350 mins
- Grid Modernization
- System Planning
- Grid Edge
Grid edge intelligence (GEI) is becoming increasingly common as a part of utility strategies to navigate the evolving landscape of grid modernization. This session will delve into how one specific uti ... -
C14050 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cybersecurity
- Detection and Prevention
In the ever-evolving game of cat and mouse between utilities and cybercriminals, AI represents the latest weapon being harnessed by both parties. In this presentation by Sempra's manager of cybersecu ... -
C250 mins
- Grid Modernization
One of PECO’s goals to improve reliability is to reduce the number of customers per circuit segment impacted by a fault on its electric distribution system. On some PECO circuits, the number of custom ... -
C15650 mins
- System Planning
- Asset Management
- Data Analytics
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 ...Chairperson -
C14250 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Communication Networks
- SCADA
Utility SCADA solutions are critical to keeping the grid operating at its maximum availability, but these systems rely on communications systems that connect the head end to sensors, reclosures and ot ... -
C143/ 14950 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- DER
As the energy sector transitions towards greater integration of load centers, utility-scale renewables, and distributed energy resources (DERs), the need for advanced tools to assess and optimize grid ... -
C14850 mins
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
The power grid is changing and with it comes a shift in how utilities are forming network communications strategies. Communication requirements are becoming more demanding while technology options are ...Chairperson -
C15550 mins
- Workforce
Workforce management is a chief area of concern for utilities, especially as the industry faces rapid technological advancements amidst evolving energy demands. This panel of experts from National Gri ...Speakers
.jpg)
8:00 AM
-
A145 mins
- Breakfast Roundtables
All-access badge is required for admittance. Additionally, all-access badge holders must pre-register but these discussions are first come, first served in Dallas. To check your registration or add a ...
9:00 AM
-
C147/ 15450 mins
- Customer Engagement
- Digital Transformation
As part of a comprehensive strategy to fulfill the objectives outlined by the North Carolina Carbon Plan, Duke Energy has crafted a suite of digital self-service tools. These tools are designed to pro ... -
C150 mins
- System Planning
- Transportation Electrification
Utilities are constantly faced with a challenge of competing timelines in managing EV charging demand. On the one hand, you have the speed of electrification of transportation, driven by policymakers, ... -
C144/ 14550 mins
- Customer Engagement
- DER
With ambitious net-zero targets, the global energy transition is reshaping load and generation. Regulatory pushes in key countries have fueled rapid growth of DERs, while increasing data center demand ... -
C250 mins
- Customer Engagement
- Transportation Electrification
As electric vehicles reach mass-market adoption, the industry is at a critical point of addressing the current barriers and challenges associated with managed charging and vehicle-grid integration (VG ... -
C15650 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Storms and Wildfires
- Vegetation Management
Developing effective wildfire mitigation strategies is a high priority for utilities across North America. From larger utilities to co-ops and municipals, key steps are being taken to avert wildfires ...Speakers -
C14825 mins
- Smart Cities
As LED adoption rapidly increases, with over half of the U.S. outdoor lighting already converted, the potential for energy savings through advanced streetlight controls is vast. With rising energy cos ... -
C14050 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
- Digital Transformation
Omaha Public Power District is undertaking one of the most comprehensive digital transformation and grid modernization initiatives in the industry. OPPD’s current technology, systems, and tools lack c ... -
C450 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Reliability and Resilience
- DER
The growth of generative AI (GenAI) has introduced new opportunities for electric utilities. We will explore how Duke Energy and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have partnered to build applications with Gen ... -
C14250 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
While the technical merits of distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS) have received significant attention in recent years, the economic and societal values of DERMS-enabled applications ... -
C250 mins
- Transportation Electrification
Even as electric vehicle sales continue to rise – 20% year on year, per the latest projections – utilities are struggling to roll out the EV charging infrastructure needed to meet demand and enable t ...
9:25 AM
-
C14825 mins
- Smart Cities
Smart cities utilize a bag of toolsets to make urban areas more livable, utilizing data-driven communication networks to interface all aspects of city services (such as electricity, water, transportat ...
10:00 AM
-
C147/ 15450 mins
- Customer Engagement
- Bulk Power
- Workforce
In the face of unprecedented growth experienced by Georgia Power, the importance of seamless communication and collaboration across transmission and distribution organizations cannot be overstated. As ... -
C14050 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
To improve the reliability of the electric distribution system, National Grid has implemented a ‘home-made’ fault location, isolation & service restoration (FLISR) system. FLISR is a centralized syste ...Chairperson -
C250 mins
- Transportation Electrification
Most utility EV load management programs and technology solutions focus on single-family residential customers. However, charging at commercial facilities and with fleets generally results in higher d ...Chairperson -
C143/ 14950 mins
- System Planning
- Policy and Regulation
Panelists from major utilities — LUMA Energy, ComEd, and Eversource — will discuss distribution planning within the regulatory space. Their discussion will cover important subjects like: Policy direct ...Chairperson -
C14150 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Artificial Intelligence
- DER
- Grid Edge
Ever heard of "the masked load Issue?" With the rising penetration of distributed energy resources (DER), primarily distributed photovoltaics (PV), system operators are blind to the load they need to ...Chairperson -
C14850 mins
- Smart Cities
- Microgrids
- DER
Wastewater treatment facilities are critical to the health and well-being of communities, ensuring the protection of public water sources. During a power outage or similar energy emergency, ensuring t ... -
C15650 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- DER
High levels of distributed energy resources (DER) are causing reverse power in distribution systems. A key indicator is relative generation-to-load ratios that are typically increasing as more DER is ... -
C15525 mins
- Smart Cities
As cities and utilities transition from envisioning their future to actively shaping it, digital transformation emerges as the bedrock of interconnected urban services. Cities need this understanding ... -
C350 mins
- Microgrids
- Transportation Electrification
- DER
As personal EV adoption experiences a slowdown, commercial EV fleets continue to expand rapidly, driven by last-mile delivery demands and large fleet deployments in concentrated areas such as airports ... -
C150 mins
- System Planning
- Transportation Electrification
The penetration of electric vehicles (EVs) has grown rapidly in the U.S. Many states have set ambitious EV adoption goals. Additionally, the increased adoption of EVs will help reduce the transportati ...Speakers -
D162/164300 mins
- Partner Events
To attend this event, you must register separately. The cost is $499, and it can be added to your registration when registering or by visiting the registration resource center to review your existing ... -
C14625 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Storms and Wildfires
- Energy Storage
- Microgrids
Microgrid technology has emerged as a promising solution to address the challenges posed by public safety power shutoffs (PSPS) in California. In the past, Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) has led the ...
10:15 AM
-
Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub- Booth #4733, Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Transformation
Grid flexibility is a critical enabler of the global energy transition, allowing for the seamless integration of renewable energy sources and enhanced grid resilience. This session will explore how in ... -
A holistic approach to cable system reliability: Life cycle analysis of replacement vs. rejuvenationResiliency Knowledge Hub- Booth #1001, Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Reliability and Resilience
- Asset Management
- Resiliency Knowledge Hub
A holistic approach to cable/system reliability will be described. This will include everything from vegetation management, cable testing, cable rejuvenation and cable replacement. The reliability of ... -
D22060 mins
- Cybersecurity
Bad actors do not discriminate. They look for ways to disrupt. Most often it is a matter of when, not if, your organization could experience a breach. Energy utilities need the ability to see and und ...
10:25 AM
-
C14625 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Microgrids
Successful microgrid development and operation requires careful coordination of complex systems, including distribution assets, DERs, advanced controls, and protection schemes to name a handful. This ...
11:00 AM
-
C250 mins
- Transportation Electrification
As the number of electric vehicles continues to increase, smart charge management (SCM) solutions can enable the use of electric vehicles as a grid asset to improve overall grid efficiencies and defer ... -
C143/ 14950 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Advanced Distribution Operations
OpenSCD is a comprehensive configuration platform for digital substations. From communication design, configuration, and commissioning; through to modeling, maintenance, and replacement, OpenSCD offer ... -
C14150 mins
- Bulk Power
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Digital Transformation
Distribution systems will face several key challenges over the next 10 years due to the electrification of heating and transportation, and the creation of new market structures. Alectra, a utility ser ... -
C350 mins
- Transportation Electrification
There are plenty of arguments that EV charging infrastructure should be left to the private sector. But after a decade of charging infrastructure deployment and operational experience, do the argument ... -
C450 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- DER
As utilities have started to depend on distributed energy resources (DERs) for power system reliability, it is critical to identify any error or discrepancy in the as-built plant against the approved ...Chairperson -
Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub- Booth #4733, Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Innovative and Emerging Technologies Knowledge Hub
- Reliability and Resilience
- Asset Management
- Data Analytics
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) are still common in our electrical infrastructure despite their toxicity and risk. Amidyne has developed a proprietary way to inspect/sample/replace equipment for PCB ... -
C144/ 14550 mins
- Customer Engagement
- DER
- Communication Networks
Demand response (DR) programs are key for enhancing grid reliability and resilience, yet face significant participation hurdles in low-income and underserved multifamily communities due to connectivit ... -
C15550 mins
- Smart Cities
This presentation explores the impacts of Major Sporting Events such as Super Bowl, World Cup and the Olympics can have on electrical grid. As cities and the electric gird become more sustainable and ... -
C14250 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
- DER
- Communication Networks
Recent changes to inverter interoperability capabilities for IEEE 1547-2018 and UL 1741 SB compliance have further reduced barriers to utilities communicating with and controlling DER. Utilizing such ...
1:00 PM
-
C350 mins
- Grid Modernization
- DER
- Grid Edge
The rapid integration of distributed energy resources (DERs), both behind-the-meter (BTM) and in front of the meter (FTM), along with EVs, is transforming the electricity delivery sector. This evoluti ...Speakers -
C14850 mins
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
Utility companies are actively modernizing their grid infrastructure to enhance reliability and control, with the overarching goal of creating a ‘smart grid.’ Achieving this vision necessitates deploy ...Chairperson -
C144/ 14550 mins
- Workforce
- Digital Transformation
Like most utilities, Vermont Electric Power Company (VELCO) and VELCO’s seventeen distribution utility owners are experiencing significant workforce changes. Retiring operators, planners, engineers, a ...Chairperson -
C15650 mins
- Customer Engagement
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Transformation
- Asset Management
In this session, Exelon will explore how its award-winning analytics team is pioneering the use of generative AI technology to materialize novel capabilities across various organizational functions wi ... -
C150 mins
- Grid Modernization
Downed electrical conductors are a safety and reliability concern for the ComEd distribution system due to short-circuit protection limitations in clearing high-impedance faults. ComEd’s distribution ... -
C14250 mins
- Asset Management
- Communication Networks
The growing number of distributed energy resources (DER) connected to power systems can lead to an overload condition on the distribution substation transformers. Bidirectional power flow, alternating ...Chairperson -
C14050 mins
- Cybersecurity
- SCADA
Homer Electric Association (HEA) is a member-owned generation and distribution utility in the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska. In addition to the transmission and distribution network, HEA operates a genera ... -
C15550 mins
- Workforce
The rapidly evolving energy landscape presents significant challenges in cultivating a skilled and future-oriented workforce. This panel discussion brings together distinguished experts from academia, ... -
C143/ 14950 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Grid Edge
In an era marked by escalating challenges such as extreme weather events, the swift adoption of electric vehicles, and heightened demands from burgeoning sectors of the American economy, the resilienc ...Speakers -
C450 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Vegetation Management
- Asset Management
Through an advanced application of AI, EY and Eversource have created a proprietary algorithm to prevent sustained outages by accurately predicting the likelihood of one occurring. In a 2-month proof ...Chairperson
2:00 PM
-
C14150 mins
- Cybersecurity
- Detection and Prevention
This discussion features three utility leaders who have converged key areas of their IT/OT security efforts, with a focus on the challenges, strategies, and lessons learned from adopting cybersecurity ... -
C250 mins
- Grid Modernization
- System Planning
- DER
Electric utilities will require new system planning tools to be able to better predict where, when, and how much electrification is projected to impact the electric grid. In addition, as customer loa ...Chairperson -
C144/ 14525 mins
- Workforce
This session will explore innovative approaches to safety analytics within the electric utility industry, focusing on two key areas: actionable driving insights (ADI) and energy-based analytics (EBA). ... -
C14650 mins
- Customer Engagement
- Artificial Intelligence
- Storms and Wildfires
- Asset Management
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are being used at Con Edison to withstand the challenges of weather events and their increasing severity across their service territory. Utilizing historic ... -
C350 mins
- ADMS
- Grid Modernization
- Policy and Regulation
- DERMS
- Energy Storage
CPS Energy has been awarded a DOE GRIP grant that includes a federal cost share up to ~$30M over 5 years of program deployment and demonstration. The GRIP grant enables CPS Energy to advance its Commu ... -
C14050 mins
- Cybersecurity
One of the most overlooked areas when considering the cybersecurity posture of grid entities is the impact of their supply chains. In today’s smart grid environment, myriad third-party solutions are r ...Chairperson -
C14850 mins
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
Designing and deploying a private LTE utility network presents challenges. This presentation reviews private deployment from two distinct perspectives, those of the utility operator and the user equip ... -
Grid Transformation Knowledge Hub- Booth #1051, Exhibit Floor30 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Artificial Intelligence
- DERMS
- Grid Transformation Knowledge Hub
In the 21st century and more recently in the last decade, we are seeing a major technological advancements that are truly having a great impact on the electric grid. Whether it is the latest technolog ... -
C15650 mins
- Energy Storage
- Asset Management
- Data Analytics
Southern California Edison’s Grid Connectivity Model (GCM) serves as the source of truth for up-to-date electrical connectivity and structural data of the SCE grid so that system planners, engineers, ...
.jpg)
3:00 PM
-
C143/ 14950 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Bulk Power
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Centers
AI is being used today by most major companies around the world, and electric utilities are catching up. A safe, reliable, and affordable electric grid that delivers zero-carbon energy to an increas ... -
C14650 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Transformation
- Asset Management
- Data Analytics
In this presentation, we will explore how San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is transforming its electric distribution network assets through an innovative integration of digital twin, time-series data, ... -
C450 mins
- Workforce
- Digital Transformation
- Asset Management
Tampa Electric leveraged an asset management approach to define safety, compliance, reliability, cost, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) requirements for a modernized custom-built work a ... -
C15525 mins
- Workforce
The past three years have been unprecedented. We have experienced a global pandemic, record-breaking superstorms, and increasingly severe wildfires. It has led more grid operators to ask: “How can we ... -
C14150 mins
- Bulk Power
- Cybersecurity
As the reliance on our energy infrastructure grows, some supporting assets are rapidly aging, necessitating technological (ICS/SCADA) modernization that increasingly relies on connectivity to increase ... -
C14250 mins
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
Utilities collectively are under increasing pressure to act to ensure their critical infrastructure is ready to meet future grid modernization, resilience, security, and clean energy requirements. Ove ... -
C250 mins
- Grid Modernization
- System Planning
This session will present an in-depth case study of Clallam County PUD's innovative use of geographic information systems (GIS) to enhance utility planning and resilience. In collaboration with the Sm ... -
C144/ 14550 mins
- Bulk Power
- Workforce
- Digital Transformation
In 2023, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) continued its path of success and excellence, achieving the highest annual revenues and operating profits in its history. DEWA also came in the to ... -
C150 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Bulk Power
In 2024, National Grid operationalized the largest deployment of dynamic line ratings (DLR) in the United States and the first in New York State. With the additional transmission line capacity enabled ...
3:25 PM
-
C15525 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Workforce
Thousands of operator-to-field-to-operator calls are completed each year in transmission and distribution operations centers for a given utility. Clear, concise communication between parties is requi ... -
C144/ 14525 mins
- Workforce
- Digital Transformation
The eBrief project is a digital application that replaced the traditional paper safety forms. This new application, built exclusively for Eversource, was launched in November 2023 through company tabl ...
4:00 PM
-
C14050 mins
- Cybersecurity
- Communication Networks
There is a growing number of power grid devices that receive time syncronization from GPS. However, the problem is that GPS is an identified cybersecurity risk— it can be easily jammed or spoofed, com ... -
C15550 mins
- Workforce
- Digital Transformation
- Cybersecurity
Salt River Project (SRP), an electric utility in Phoenix, Arizona created an OT strategy and governance program in coordination with SRP’s OT groups, the IT organization, and cybersecurity. This effor ...ChairpersonSpeakers -
C143/ 14950 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Bulk Power
In the past decade, the power grid has undergone a significant transformation, evolving to a highly integrated and interconnected energy supply chain, from the source to the consumer end. The electron ...Speakers -
C350 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Policy and Regulation
- Grid Edge
The mega trends of the energy transition are introducing macro disruptors to the electric grid, including increased load demands on its aging infrastructure in conjunction with new regulations that dr ... -
C15650 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- Storms and Wildfires
- Asset Management
Wildfire risk is one of the top risks faced by electric utilities today. Fire season is year-round. California and the West have experienced a dramatic increase in the number and intensity of wildfir ... -
C14150 mins
- Bulk Power
- Cybersecurity
Utilities have been deploying large numbers of intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) to implement advanced automation systems. However, they are discovering the high cost of maintaining these devices. ... -
C250 mins
- Grid Modernization
- Vegetation Management
As climate patterns evolve and demand on utility systems increases, utility companies must learn from past experiences and integrate advanced tools and technology into their operations. This integrati ... -
C14850 mins
- Private LTE
- Communication Networks
ComEd is preparing to deploy a private LTE network to provide additional flexibility to the current network design and deployment with fiber optics communication. Preliminary tests were conducted at C ... -
C14650 mins
- Artificial Intelligence
- AMI
- Asset Management
Maintaining up-to-date customer connectivity is a constant challenge for cooperative utilities. Storms and severe weather cause disruptions that lead to emergency field repairs that may not always be ... -
C14250 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Communication Networks
Last-mile broadband connectivity is driving a convergence between the telecommunications and electricity sectors in the form of enabling widespread and equitable access to energy programs and technolo ...
8:00 AM
-
A145 mins
- Breakfast Roundtables
All-access badge is required for admittance. Additionally, all-access badge holders must pre-register but these discussions are first come, first served in Dallas. To check your registration or add a ... -
D221300 mins
- Workshops
8-9 am – The Value of Transmission: Learn how transmission developers, system planners, modelers and grid users quantify the value of transmission. From smoothing out daily prices differences and var ...
9:00 AM
-
C350 mins
- Smart Cities
Utilities and cities have been upgrading their streetlight assets to LED fixtures to realize significant energy efficiency savings. Along with these projects, adding network controls to the assets ca ... -
C14250 mins
- Customer Engagement
- AMI
- Data Analytics
The utility industry has been facing new challenges in dealing with Big Data, in order to utilize them to improve decision-making and deploy smarter grid infrastructure. In the past decade, how to lev ...Chairperson -
C14050 mins
- ADMS
- Advanced Distribution Operations
Distribution automation (DA), such as reclosers and sectionalizers, are important tools to maximize the reliability and resiliency of ComEd’s 34kV, 12kV, and 4kV lines. After a fault event occurs on t ... -
C250 mins
- Transportation Electrification
By 2030, there will be over 26 million electric vehicles (EVs) on U.S. roads, driving a significant increase in peak household electricity demand from at-home charging. This surge presents challenges ... -
C14150 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
Customer-facing functions and system operations at most utilities have traditionally been on two sides of the house. However, more customers have begun to adopt technologies that have the ability to s ... -
C450 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Reliability and Resilience
- Energy Storage
- Microgrids
This session will explore the collaborative efforts between the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP), the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA), and the four distribution utilit ... -
C15625 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- DER
In April 2023, the Federal Energy Management Agency (FEMA) awarded Austin Energy a Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant to study the resilience of Austin Energy’s overhead di ...Chairperson -
C150 mins
- Transportation Electrification
US electric vehicle (EV) adoption is surging, with no signs of slowing down. One major concern for utilities like Duke Energy is the health and performance of individual distribution transformers, giv ...
9:25 AM
-
C15625 mins
- Policy and Regulation
- Reliability and Resilience
- DER
- Grid Edge
In this session, Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) shares its journey towards accelerating grid edge intelligence solutions within its service territory, supported by the technology and Inf ...Chairperson
10:00 AM
-
C450 mins
- Bulk Power
- Reliability and Resilience
- Energy Storage
While utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) can provide a variety of transmission and distribution grid services, value stacking can be difficult to implement in practice. A key challeng ... -
C15625 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Energy Storage
- DER
Grid resilience relates to the ability of electrical systems to anticipate, absorb, adapt to, and recover from all threats, including high-impact, low-probability (HILP) disruptions. Increasingly, uti ... -
C14660 mins
- System Planning
- Smart Cities
- Reliability and Resilience
Electric power grids face increasing vulnerability to extreme weather events, which disrupt power supply, jeopardize personal safety, and impact national security. To address this, we propose enhancin ... -
C14150 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Storms and Wildfires
- Vegetation Management
- Asset Management
Wildfire mitigation has grown in scope and preparedness. Many utilities are utilizing technology when a wildfire occurs, however, thought leadership is widening to what utilities can do before a fire ... -
C350 mins
- Smart Cities
- Energy Storage
- DER
This session explores a first-of-its-kind project in North Carolina where utilities, community planners, and NGOs collaborated to develop community resilience metrics. These metrics are designed to he ... -
C14050 mins
- Bulk Power
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DERMS
Three leading G&T companies — Great River Energy, Dairyland Power, and North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives — will present their experience with DERMS deployments specific to a G&T with cooperative ... -
C14250 mins
- Customer Engagement
- AMI
Southern California Edison conducted an extensive market assessment in 2023 to benchmark the current state of AMI technology and emerging technology trends. Based on research it was determined current ...Chairperson -
C150 mins
- Transportation Electrification
This session brings together two cutting-edge developments in vehicle electrification: the forecasting of utility load impacts from off-road vehicle adoption and the deployment of off-grid EV charging ...Speakers -
C250 mins
- Transportation Electrification
This session will explore key managed charging lessons from utilities who have worked directly with electric vehicle manufacturers. Within this presentation, panelists will discuss the importance of b ...
10:25 AM
-
C15625 mins
- Customer Engagement
- Reliability and Resilience
- DER
Driven by organizational and legislative initiatives, utility grid planning and customer-facing programs are being developed that promote the equitable adoption of DERs. These programs intend to offer ...
11:00 AM
-
C150 mins
- Transportation Electrification
As progressive states like California pave the way towards a grid that is 100% powered by renewable energy resources, they advance the need for grid resiliency, requiring integration of renewable sour ...ChairpersonSpeakers -
C14150 mins
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- DER
Within the energy transition, the strong adoption of distributed energy resources (DERs) combined with the continuing electrification of buildings and transportation, as well as the need to meet clean ... -
C14050 mins
- ADMS
- Advanced Distribution Operations
The implementation of advanced distribution management systems (ADMS) is revolutionizing the operations of modern electric utilities, from multiple angles, including safety, reliability, and operabili ...Chairperson -
Orange and Rockland demonstrates new applications of EV managed charging to enhance grid flexibilityC250 mins
- Transportation Electrification
This panel will be a discussion of a commercial and residential EV managed charging pilot which is a collaboration between WeaveGrid as the project lead, Orange and Rockland as the utility partner, an ... -
C425 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Energy Storage
- DER
In this session, panelists will present the pre-commercial demonstration and evaluation of utility mobile battery energy storage systems, including perspectives from SDG&E. This presentation covers th ...Chairperson -
C15650 mins
- System Planning
- Reliability and Resilience
Decarbonization goals are leading a transition towards higher penetrations of renewables and electrified loads. A robust electric distribution system that is "right-sized" with modern capabilities is ...Speakers -
C14250 mins
- Customer Engagement
- AMI
Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) 2.0 is the next wave of smart metering that promises to transform how utilities and customers interact and benefit from energy data. However, the path to AMI 2.0 ... -
C350 mins
- System Planning
- Advanced Distribution Operations
- Smart Cities
The deployment of utility infrastructure projects around the world is being transformed through the adoption of digital twins, smart grids, IoT, data and analytics, cloud computing, and mobile technol ...
11:25 AM
-
C425 mins
- Reliability and Resilience
- Energy Storage
Xcel Energy is designing a mobile 1MW/2MWH energy storage system and skid-mounted interconnection platform. The driver of the project is a local public housing authority that has a new public housing ...Chairperson
1:00 PM
-
C144/ 145240 mins
- Workshops
- Energy Storage
This workshop is designed to provide a guide to the future of utility battery energy storage systems. It explores the creation of strategic playbooks for utility companies, delves into the practical a ...