Grid Modernization Xchange 2027|Los Angeles, California|May 10, 2027
Grid Modernization
Xchange 2027

Can the Grid Modernize Fast Enough to Meet the Next Wave of Power Demand?

The electricity system is entering a defining modernization cycle. Join utilities, grid operators, technology providers, infrastructure developers, large energy users, regulators, and investors working to expand capacity, modernize networks, integrate flexible resources, digitize operations, and build a more capable and affordable power system.

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May 10, 2027
Los Angeles, California
Why Attend

The Big Question Facing Grid Modernization:
What Will It Take to Build a More Capable,
Flexible & Intelligent Grid?

Electricity demand is accelerating as AI infrastructure, data centers, advanced manufacturing, transportation electrification, distributed energy resources, and broader economy-wide electrification place new requirements on transmission and distribution networks.

Grid Modernization Xchange 2027 convenes the senior stakeholders responsible for planning, operating, expanding, digitizing, financing, and regulating the electricity system — from utilities and grid operators to technology providers, infrastructure partners, large energy users, investors, and policymakers.

The industry must now align transmission expansion, distribution modernization, flexible resources, digital intelligence, infrastructure investment, and regulatory frameworks into a grid capable of accommodating faster load growth while maintaining reliability, affordability, and operational flexibility.

100+
Delegates
15+
Expert Speakers
5
Strategic Pillars
1
Power-Packed Day
What You Will Learn

Five Agenda Pillars for Building the Modern Grid

The agenda addresses the infrastructure, technology, operational, investment, and regulatory priorities shaping how the grid expands capacity, integrates new resources and loads, and delivers reliable and affordable power.

01

Expanding Grid Capacity, Transmission & Interconnection

Rising electricity demand is increasing pressure on transmission capacity and interconnection. This theme explores transmission expansion, advanced conductors, Grid-Enhancing Technologies, HVDC, congestion management, generation, storage and large-load interconnection, permitting, and strategies for unlocking more capacity from existing and new infrastructure.

02

Modernizing Distribution Networks & the Grid Edge

Distribution networks are becoming increasingly dynamic and bidirectional. Discussions will examine ADMS, distribution automation, intelligent substations, AMI 2.0, advanced sensing, hosting capacity, transformer and feeder modernization, grid-edge intelligence, non-wires alternatives, and next-generation utility communications.

03

Orchestrating DERs, Storage & Flexible Demand

Distributed resources and flexible loads are becoming integral to grid operations. This theme explores DERMS, Virtual Power Plants, energy storage, demand response, microgrids, managed EV charging, flexible large loads, grid-forming technologies, resource adequacy, system stability, and strategies for turning decentralized assets into dependable grid resources.

04

AI, Digitalization & Autonomous Grid Operations

The modern grid is becoming increasingly predictive and automated. This theme examines AI, digital twins, advanced forecasting, predictive asset management, real-time situational awareness, autonomous operations, edge intelligence, cloud-enabled platforms, data interoperability, AI governance, and cybersecurity.

05

Delivering Grid Modernization: Investment, Regulation & Affordability

Grid modernization requires sustained capital investment while utilities and regulators face growing pressure to protect affordability and demonstrate customer value. This theme explores capital prioritization, rate design, cost recovery, large-load cost allocation, performance-based regulation, technology procurement, supply chains, workforce capacity, permitting, and customer protections.

Who Attends

The Grid Modernization Ecosystem

Grid Modernization Xchange 2027 brings together utilities, grid operators, public power, technology providers, DER and storage companies, infrastructure partners, large energy users, investors, regulators, and research organizations shaping the next generation of electricity infrastructure.

70%+
Senior Decision-Maker Focus

Senior executives, utility leaders, grid planners, technology strategists, regulators, investors, and infrastructure leaders responsible for grid investment, modernization strategy, technology adoption, system operations, and project delivery.

100+
Organizations
Curated Grid Modernization Ecosystem
A focused ecosystem spanning transmission, distribution, grid operations, advanced technology, DERs, storage, digital infrastructure, engineering, large energy users, investment, regulation, and policy.

Core Attendee Profiles

Utilities, Transmission Owners & Grid Operators

Executives, grid planners, system operators, and transmission leaders responsible for capacity expansion, reliability, interconnection, asset strategy, and electricity system operations.

Transmission Reliability Interconnection Operations

Public Power, Cooperatives & Distribution Utilities

Municipal utilities, cooperatives, distribution executives, and engineering teams modernizing local networks through automation, advanced metering, intelligent infrastructure, and grid-edge technologies.

Municipal Cooperatives Distribution AMI

Grid Technology, Automation & Digital Infrastructure Providers

Technology leaders advancing ADMS, DERMS, AI, digital twins, automation, sensing, communications, utility software, cybersecurity, and intelligent grid operations.

ADMS Digital Twins Automation Cybersecurity

DER, Storage, Flexibility & Large-Load Stakeholders

Storage providers, DER aggregators, VPP operators, microgrid developers, demand-response companies, data centers, and industrial energy users integrating flexible resources and growing loads into the grid.

DERMS VPPs Storage Large Loads

Engineering, Equipment & Infrastructure Delivery Partners

Engineering firms, EPCs, equipment manufacturers, transmission technology providers, construction companies, and infrastructure specialists delivering and upgrading physical grid assets.

EPC Equipment Construction Delivery

Regulators, Investors, Research & Policy Leaders

Regulators, government agencies, investors, research organizations, financial institutions, and policy stakeholders shaping grid investment, market structures, technology deployment, and modernization strategy.

Regulation Investment Research Policy

Target Industries & Sectors

Investor-Owned Electric Utilities
Public Power, Municipal Utilities & Cooperatives
Transmission Owners, ISOs & RTOs
Grid Technology, Automation & Utility Software
DERs, Energy Storage & VPPs
Advanced Transmission & Grid Equipment
Utility Communications, Digital Infrastructure & Cybersecurity
Engineering, Construction & Infrastructure Services
Data Centers, Advanced Manufacturing & Large Energy Users
Investment, Regulation & Energy Policy
Who You Can Expect to Meet

Trusted by Industry Leaders

Connect with leaders from across utilities, transmission, distribution, grid technology, DERs, storage, engineering, infrastructure, large energy users, investment, regulation, and energy innovation.

HDRExelonSchneider ElectricAmerenSalt River ProjectSouthern CompanyItronPrimoris ServicesSacramento Municipal Utility DistrictArizona Public ServiceDTE EnergyNokiaJacobsNew York Power AuthorityCamus EnergyLos Angeles Department of Water and PowerABBCon EdisonXcel EnergyCTC GlobalSmart WiresGuidehouseEvergyWest MonroeSchweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesBerkshire Hathaway EnergyPSEGEntergyUplightBuzz SolutionsPuget Sound EnergyNoteworthy AINV EnergyElectric Power Research InstituteDominion EnergyHitachi EnergyETAPComEdNearaSurvalentLandis+GyrEnergyHubAurora Energy ResearchFirstEnergyDuke EnergyBurns & McDonnellQuanta TechnologyCenterPoint EnergyEatonMicrosoft HDRExelonSchneider ElectricAmerenSalt River ProjectSouthern CompanyItronPrimoris ServicesSacramento Municipal Utility DistrictArizona Public ServiceDTE EnergyNokiaJacobsNew York Power AuthorityCamus EnergyLos Angeles Department of Water and PowerABBCon EdisonXcel EnergyCTC GlobalSmart WiresGuidehouseEvergyWest MonroeSchweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesBerkshire Hathaway EnergyPSEGEntergyUplightBuzz SolutionsPuget Sound EnergyNoteworthy AINV EnergyElectric Power Research InstituteDominion EnergyHitachi EnergyETAPComEdNearaSurvalentLandis+GyrEnergyHubAurora Energy ResearchFirstEnergyDuke EnergyBurns & McDonnellQuanta TechnologyCenterPoint EnergyEatonMicrosoft
CiscoBentley SystemsGoogle CloudGridUnityGE VernovaAmazon Web ServicesConsumers EnergyThe Brattle GroupVaisalaEnvelioCalifornia ISONational GridHeimdall PowerPacifiCorpHexagonTS ConductorLumen TechnologiesNextEra EnergyWSPAmpacimonSouthern California EdisonEricssonBlack & VeatchS&C Electric CompanyAECOMOncorPG&EQuanta ServicesLineVisionSiemens EnergyWood MackenzieEsriOracle Energy and WaterSeattle City LightMYR GroupPPL Electric UtilitiesSmarter Grid SolutionsEversourcePortland General ElectricAmerican Electric PowerNorth American Electric Reliability CorporationAvangridHubbellSan Diego Gas & ElectricTennessee Valley AuthorityAspenTechMasTecBonneville Power AdministrationNational Rural Electric Cooperative AssociationKraken Technologies CiscoBentley SystemsGoogle CloudGridUnityGE VernovaAmazon Web ServicesConsumers EnergyThe Brattle GroupVaisalaEnvelioCalifornia ISONational GridHeimdall PowerPacifiCorpHexagonTS ConductorLumen TechnologiesNextEra EnergyWSPAmpacimonSouthern California EdisonEricssonBlack & VeatchS&C Electric CompanyAECOMOncorPG&EQuanta ServicesLineVisionSiemens EnergyWood MackenzieEsriOracle Energy and WaterSeattle City LightMYR GroupPPL Electric UtilitiesSmarter Grid SolutionsEversourcePortland General ElectricAmerican Electric PowerNorth American Electric Reliability CorporationAvangridHubbellSan Diego Gas & ElectricTennessee Valley AuthorityAspenTechMasTecBonneville Power AdministrationNational Rural Electric Cooperative AssociationKraken Technologies
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How This Will Help You Compete

Your Competitive Edge in Grid Modernization

Competitive advantage will increasingly depend on aligning grid capacity, infrastructure investment, digital technology, flexible resources, and regulatory strategy into modernization programs that deliver measurable system and customer value.

Capacity & Interconnection Strategy

Benchmark transmission, interconnection, Grid-Enhancing Technologies, advanced conductors, and large-load integration strategies capable of increasing capacity and accelerating infrastructure readiness.

Distribution & Grid-Edge Modernization

Assess automation, advanced metering, sensing, communications, and distribution technologies against utility requirements for visibility, control, reliability, and asset utilization.

Flexibility & Resource Integration

Understand how storage, DERMS, VPPs, flexible demand, microgrids, and large-load flexibility can relieve constraints and support more dynamic grid operations.

Digital & Operational Transformation

Evaluate AI, digital twins, forecasting, predictive analytics, autonomous operations, and secure digital platforms capable of improving planning, asset management, and system performance.

Investment & Affordability Strategy

Strengthen capital prioritization, rate design, cost recovery, procurement, regulatory alignment, and infrastructure delivery while balancing modernization with long-term affordability.

What You Will Leave With

Actionable Intelligence, Not Just Insights

Five concrete outcomes to strengthen your grid modernization strategy, technology priorities, investment decisions, and infrastructure roadmap.

Assess

Evaluate the infrastructure, operational, digital, regulatory, and investment constraints shaping your modernization strategy.

Identify

Spot credible technologies, infrastructure solutions, flexible resources, partnerships, and commercial models capable of accelerating modernization.

Benchmark

Compare your strategy against emerging approaches across utilities, grid operators, technology providers, regulators, large energy users, and investors.

Strengthen

Improve decision-making around grid investment, technology integration, flexibility, digital transformation, affordability, and execution.

Position

Place your organization within the partnerships, technologies, investments, and programs shaping the next generation of electricity infrastructure.

Testimonials

What Participants Say About Thought Xchange Network Events

“It was a pleasure to participate. The host, organization, and participants were excellent. The event format and the topics discussed have strong potential for further growth.”
Peter BelovLightOre GmbH
“A very well-organised conference. It was a very interesting and unique blend of speakers and discussions.”
Pavlina SpasovskaMinespider
“We got a very good chance to showcase our technology and operations and to connect with companies across the value chain.”
Timur AshirovSeparatic
“It was a very positive experience for me. The event was well organized, the discussion flowed naturally, and the format created a strong environment for sharing ideas and engaging with the audience.”
Sergej MarojevicQCharge
“I found the content to be significantly deeper and more specialized, resulting in a more unique and insightful experience.”
Yasufumi UshikiSumitomo Heavy Industries
“I learned a great deal of valuable information from the conference and found the sessions very insightful.”
Yuta HagiwaraInnovation Core Sei
“It was valuable to hear different perspectives and emerging approaches across the ecosystem.”
Timo SteitznovoMOF AG
“My deepest thanks for creating a platform that continuously empowers innovators, closes the gap between theory and execution, and drives global progress.”
Pravin SankhwarSAIARD
“There were some fascinating insights and interesting facts shared throughout the sessions.”
Daniel PearceAssentech Sales Limited
“It was a pleasure to participate. The host, organization, and participants were excellent. The event format and the topics discussed have strong potential for further growth.”
Peter BelovLightOre GmbH
“A very well-organised conference. It was a very interesting and unique blend of speakers and discussions.”
Pavlina SpasovskaMinespider
“We got a very good chance to showcase our technology and operations and to connect with companies across the value chain.”
Timur AshirovSeparatic
“It was a very positive experience for me. The event was well organized, the discussion flowed naturally, and the format created a strong environment for sharing ideas and engaging with the audience.”
Sergej MarojevicQCharge
“I found the content to be significantly deeper and more specialized, resulting in a more unique and insightful experience.”
Yasufumi UshikiSumitomo Heavy Industries
“I learned a great deal of valuable information from the conference and found the sessions very insightful.”
Yuta HagiwaraInnovation Core Sei
“It was valuable to hear different perspectives and emerging approaches across the ecosystem.”
Timo SteitznovoMOF AG
“My deepest thanks for creating a platform that continuously empowers innovators, closes the gap between theory and execution, and drives global progress.”
Pravin SankhwarSAIARD
“There were some fascinating insights and interesting facts shared throughout the sessions.”
Daniel PearceAssentech Sales Limited
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Join utilities, grid operators, technology providers, infrastructure developers, large energy users, regulators, and investors addressing the technologies, investments, and partnerships required to build a more capable, flexible, intelligent, and affordable electricity system.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Partner with the Leaders Modernizing the Grid

Connect with senior decision-makers advancing transmission, distribution modernization, DER integration, grid automation, digital operations, and infrastructure investment while showcasing your expertise and solutions to the organizations shaping the future of the grid.

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$11,795
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