SMART GRIDS USA 2026

Meet Our Featured Speakers

Elizabeth Massey

The Energy Authority

Christina Park

Skydio, Inc.

Elizabeth Massey

The Energy Authority

Akhilesh Ramakrishnan

The Brattle Group

POWERING THE FUTURE OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND SMART GRID TECHNOLOGIES

Welcome to SMART GRIDS USA 2026, the premier trade show focused on modernizing the electricity grid with advanced smart grid technologies.

The aging power grid faces growing challenges as it tries to meet the demands of the 21st century, and this event will address these concerns. The integration of distributed energy resources (DERs) introduces new issues related to reliability, safety, and control within modern power systems, which will be examined during the event. The event will also highlight innovations in electricity delivery and the development of critical infrastructure.

Join us at SMART GRIDS USA 2026, to connect with industry leaders, explore innovative solutions, and help shape the future of smart grids.

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Market fundamentals of the evolving power system and grid infrastructure

Gain valuable insights into the economics behind grid control, power distribution, and large-scale energy planning and operations.

AI and data analytics for optimizing grid operations and energy utilization

Explore how AI, machine learning, and data-driven tools improve forecasting, grid orchestration, and virtual power plant optimization in modern power systems.

Strategies to enhance grid resilience, reliability, and energy efficiency

Discover strategies and innovations advancing grid efficiency, enhancing reliability, and strengthening system resilience throughout North America.

Integrating large-scale renewables, storage, and DERs into US power grids

See how renewables, storage, EVs, DERs and virtual power plants are orchestrated to keep the grids reliable and affordable in the clean energy transition.

Grid visibility, automation, and cybersecurity for modern digital networks

Understand how sensors, automation platforms, and robust cybersecurity help utilities deliver secure, interoperable, and data-rich digital grids nationwide.

Energy policies and industry standards shaping the future grid transformation

Access valuable insights into regulatory updates, technical standards, and utility strategies driving grid compliance, modernization, and innovations worldwide.

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