July 14-16, 2025 | Minneapolis, MN

Driving Grid Modernization and Enhancing Reliability, Resilience, and Sustainability

July 16, 2025
Lakeshore C
Municipal and cooperative utility operations , Grid modernization

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, extreme weather, and the integration of renewable energy on grid stability, and highlights coop’s efforts in grid modernization through advanced technologies. The speakers will also address the balance between modernizing energy systems and maintaining affordable pricing, focusing on long-term resilience, sustainable growth, and equitable energy access for all members. It underscores the importance of technology, collaboration, and regulatory compliance in shaping co-op’s future.

 

Speakers
Ann Moore
Ann Moore, Global Industry Principal - Power & Utilities - AVEVA
Tom Wright
Tom Wright, VP - Power Delivery - Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation