July 14-16, 2025 | Minneapolis, MN

Grid modernization

Grid modernization aims to fortify the distribution and transmission grids through physical infrastructure investments, as well as software, to improve system operability and resilience. This topic covers system hardening, undergrounding, ADMS, AMI, grid-enhancing technologies, and non-wires alternatives.

Grid modernization opportunities

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9:45 AM
  1. Lakeshore A
    45 mins
    The world urgently needs power grid modernization to meet ambitious clean energy goals. A recent study by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory revealed that nearly 2,000 gigawatts of solar, storage, …
1:40 PM
  1. Nicollet Ballroom D
    45 mins
    Electric cooperatives, small municipalities, and rural communities face distinct challenges in deploying modern, resilient, and reliable technology to serve their customers. These communities support …
  2. Nicollet Ballroom A-C
    45 mins
    The grid is under increasing strain from two major trends: rapidly rising energy demand and the growing frequency of severe weather events. As utilities work to meet future grid needs while maintainin …
10:00 AM
  1. Lakeshore A
    45 mins
    Driven by distributed energy resource (DER) carbon reduction goals, corporate ESG initiatives, and the rapid transformation of the electric industry, utilities are facing an explosion of new products …
1:00 PM
  1. Lakeshore C
    45 mins
    This session explores the challenges and strategies of the electric cooperatives in ensuring reliable, resilient, and sustainable power delivery. It examines the impacts of aging infrastructure, extre …