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 educational opportunities

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4:00 PM
  1. Commonwealth Ballroom A
    60 mins

    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 existing registration.

    This utility-only roundtable is a closed-door, high-level networking event that has been designed to foster collaboration among utility executives, engineers and business leaders across the Northeast. Participants will be able to address and discuss the region’s unique energy challenges in a candid, confidential setting.

    Topics will focus on a number of critical issues, including grid modernization efforts to integrate renewables, what it means to approach investment required for electrification, and how utilities are building resilience to withstand extreme weather events. Discussions will also explore what it means to keep energy affordable for all customers while navigating complex policy and regulatory hurdles.

    Join this discussion to help build consensus and shared understanding among key players in the Northeast that will help shape and define a more resilient energy future across the entire region.

    This discussion is exclusively for utilities. Participation is not permitted for non-utility attendees.

11:45 AM
  1. Grand Ballroom A&B
    45 mins
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8:30 AM
  1. Grand Ballroom A&B
    60 mins
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9:45 AM
  1. Grand Ballroom C&D
    45 mins
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10:45 AM
  1. Grand Ballroom A&B
    45 mins
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12:45 PM
  1. Grand Ballroom C&D
    45 mins
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1:45 PM
  1. Grand Ballroom C&D
    45 mins
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  2. Grand Ballroom A&B
    45 mins
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2:45 PM
  1. Grand Ballroom A&B
    45 mins
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