Who Will Be There

What can utilities expect?
Meet key decision-makers, such as VPs, Strategic Planning Directors, and Technical Managers from major utilities like SDG&E, Southern California Edison, ConEd, and Duke Energy, to address pressing challenges in the power sector.
Attendees will explore solutions to integrate renewable energy sources, enhance grid reliability, and implement advanced technologies. With sessions like Microgrids for Power System Resilience: Present and Future and others specifically tailored for utility professionals, the event provides practical strategies and expert insights to overcome these challenges.
Exhibitors, including the New York Power Authority, will showcase innovations that help modernize and secure the grid.

What can data center professionals expect?
For professionals like Interconnection Engineers, Facilities Engineers, and Sustainability Managers, the IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies event addresses the challenges of energy efficiency, renewable integration, and advanced cooling in data centers.
Sessions on Enabling Data Centers and AIand others on renewable energy procurement offer practical strategies to reduce operational costs and carbon footprints. Exhibits showcasing the latest cooling technologies will provide insights into innovative solutions for thermal management, making this event a must-attend for the data center community.

What can tech expect?
Energy professionals like Energy Solutions Architects, Data Scientists, and IoT Product Managers can explore cutting-edge technologies that address the challenges of managing energy consumption in data centers, developing IoT solutions, and leveraging big data for energy efficiency.
Through sessions such as digital twins and big data analytics attendees can gain practical strategies and insights to optimize energy use and develop scalable platforms.
This event connects tech experts with industry leaders to foster innovation in the energy space.

What can startups expect?
Entrepreneurs and startup leaders, such as Founders, CTOs, and Product Developers, will find the IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies event invaluable in overcoming key challenges like market entry, securing capital, and validating new technologies.
Attendees can explore the Startup Alley and listen to pitches from the Startup Showcase, where startups will make their case to investors and meet potential partners. Networking opportunities throughout the event help foster connections that can lead to strategic partnerships, growth, and success in the competitive energy sector.
Exhibitors include Nexbe Limited, Topolonet Corporation, Delphire Inc, SYNCRIS, N-Smart, and more newcomers to the space!

What can policy makers expect?
For policymakers such as Energy Policy Advisors and Regulatory Affairs Specialists, the IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies event provides the tools to craft effective energy policies that support innovation and sustainability.
Sessions like Distributed Energy Resource Aggregator Participation in the Wholesale Market and others on stakeholder engagement help attendees collaborate with government, industry leaders, and academia to promote clean energy adoption. Panel discussions will explore the partnerships between regulators and industry, enabling policymakers to stay informed on the latest trends and foster stakeholder collaboration for a sustainable energy future.

What can EV professionals expect?
Fleet Managers, EV Infrastructure Planners, and Battery Technology Engineers attending the IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies event will tackle challenges such as deploying EV charging infrastructure, managing grid impacts, and advancing battery technology.
The event offers sessions like Driving Toward Decarbonization, panel discussions on grid integration for EVs, and workshops focused on innovations in battery technology. This provides a comprehensive platform for professionals to explore strategies for scaling EV operations while addressing sustainability and grid reliability.

What can municipalities expect?
City Energy Managers, Urban Planners, and Sustainability Coordinators attending the IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies event will find solutions to implement sustainable energy projects, modernize public infrastructure, and engage communities in energy conservation.
Through sessions like Load and DER Forecasting and Grid-Edge Flexibility: Key Elements of Integrated Grid Planning and others on infrastructure modernization, municipalities will learn best practices for deploying smart energy solutions like EV charging stations and street lighting. Networking sessions will also provide a forum for exchanging ideas on public engagement and education.

What can academia researchers expect?
Academia researchers—faculty members, research associates, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and more—will have a platform to tackle the challenges of advancing research in grid technologies, bridging the gap between theory and practice, and educating the next generation of engineers.
With exhibitors like the University of California, San Diego, and speakers from Princeton University and Cornell University, attendees can forge partnerships with industry leaders.
Panel discussions on translating research into practical solutions and workshops on curriculum development provide valuable insights to keep academic programs aligned with evolving industry needs.

What can energy developers expect?
Energy Developers, including Solar and Wind Energy Developers and Battery Storage Analysts, will benefit from attending the IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies event as they tackle challenges related to grid integration, regulatory hurdles, and financing.
The event offers sessions such as Enabling innovative technologies in the next generation renewable energy integration and others on financing renewable projects, providing actionable insights for navigating the energy landscape. Networking opportunities allow developers to connect with policymakers, utilities, and technology providers to form critical partnerships and drive project success.