News Media & Journalists

Where your stories start. DTECH® is pleased to welcome members of news media and journalists to the event. We are here to support the industry and our customers!

Apply for Press Pass

Press qualifications

To apply for a press pass, please be prepared to provide the following:

Name, title, and organization
Links to at least two articles published within the last 3 months, including your byline
For freelance journalists: an article assignment from a verified media outlet
Type of media: print, online, broadcast, or podcast
Plans and goals for attending the event (e.g., podcast, video, or article covering grid transformation and AI)
Proof of having posted content for at least one year, with content posted on a monthly basis
Readership or audience size

Press passes are reserved for credentialed media professionals actively working for a recognized media outlet. Please note that consulting and advisory firms are not considered press.

Press pass access includes:

Technical conference program
Networking events
Keynotes
Select Peer-to-peer roundtables
Select workshops
Lunch on Wednesday & Thursday

About DTECH® Reliability & Resiliency

DTECH® Reliability & Resiliency brings together industry leaders to address critical challenges facing utilities, including extreme weather, aging infrastructure, and the transition to renewable energy while maintaining grid reliability. With regulatory pressures to decarbonize, the event will highlight strategies for integrating clean energy, modernizing the grid, and balancing affordability across urban and rural communities. Key discussions will cover cybersecurity threats, supply chain disruptions, and labor shortages impacting the sector. Journalists covering energy, policy, and infrastructure will gain exclusive insights from experts, policymakers, and technology innovators, making this a prime opportunity for in-depth reporting on the future of utilities.

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