T&D World Live https://tanddworld.podbean.com The T&D World Podcast features utility professionals across the industry discussing the most pressing issues, trends and projects from all facets of electric power-delivery. As a leading electric power resource, our key pillars include educating and informing power industry professionals about market trends, new products, legislation, infrastructure project funding and finance, construction, operation and system maintenance, security, reliability and resiliency.

]]> Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Technology 1440 episodic The T&D World Podcast features utility professionals across the industry discussing the most pressing issues, trends and projects from all facets of electric power-delivery. As a leading electric power resource, our key pillars include educating and informing power industry professionals about market trends, new products, legislation, infrastructure project funding and finance, construction, operation and system maintenance, security, reliability and resiliency. The podcast series is produced by T&D World, a member of Endeavor Business Media’s Energy Group. Endeavor Business Media Endeavor Business Media No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/20155501/Security_9_8dugb.jpg T&D World Live https://tanddworld.podbean.com 144 144 The Need for Speed The Need for Speed https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/the-need-for-speed/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/the-need-for-speed/#comments Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/352f1ff8-aef4-3942-bc33-7706190b3162 As artificial intelligence accelerates demand for data processing and cloud computing, electric utilities and grid operators are facing unprecedented pressure to deliver reliable, affordable power at massive scale. In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, Managing Editor Jeff Postelwait speaks with Deloitte’s Kate Hardin, Executive Director of the Research Center for Energy and Industrials, and Deloitte's Tom Keefe, Vice Chair and U.S. Power, Utilities and Renewables Leader about how the rapid expansion of data centers is reshaping the energy industry.

]]> As artificial intelligence accelerates demand for data processing and cloud computing, electric utilities and grid operators are facing unprecedented pressure to deliver reliable, affordable power at massive scale. In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, Managing Editor Jeff Postelwait speaks with Deloitte’s Kate Hardin, Executive Director of the Research Center for Energy and Industrials, and Deloitte's Tom Keefe, Vice Chair and U.S. Power, Utilities and Renewables Leader about how the rapid expansion of data centers is reshaping the energy industry.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1567 37 full Tackling Grid Challenges with AECC: The TS Next-Generation Advanced Conductor Tackling Grid Challenges with AECC: The TS Next-Generation Advanced Conductor https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/how-aecc-the-ts-next-generation-advanced-conductor-tackles-grid-challenges/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/how-aecc-the-ts-next-generation-advanced-conductor-tackles-grid-challenges/#comments Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:06:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/3c94891e-1d9d-3cdb-aea0-8f86fb6794c4 In this sponsored podcast episode, Nikki Chandler sits down with Jason Huang from TS Conductor to chat about how next-generation advanced conductors address the most pressing challenges for today’s grids. Jason discusses how the next-generation advanced conductor technology is solving these challenges by enabling all five key attributes: reliability, resiliency, affordability, speed to deploy, and safety. Jason points to Aluminum Encapsulated Carbon Core (AECC) conductors, which allow utilities to complete reconductoring projects without structure modifications—something often unavoidable with steel-core alternatives—while also reducing structure requirements in new builds.

This episode is sponsored by TS Conductor. 

]]> In this sponsored podcast episode, Nikki Chandler sits down with Jason Huang from TS Conductor to chat about how next-generation advanced conductors address the most pressing challenges for today’s grids. Jason discusses how the next-generation advanced conductor technology is solving these challenges by enabling all five key attributes: reliability, resiliency, affordability, speed to deploy, and safety. Jason points to Aluminum Encapsulated Carbon Core (AECC) conductors, which allow utilities to complete reconductoring projects without structure modifications—something often unavoidable with steel-core alternatives—while also reducing structure requirements in new builds.

This episode is sponsored by TS Conductor. 

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1161 35 bonus Inside T&D World's Special Report: Tackling Wildfire Risk Across the Grid Inside T&D World's Special Report: Tackling Wildfire Risk Across the Grid https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/inside-td-worlds-special-report-tackling-wildfire-risk-across-the-grid/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/inside-td-worlds-special-report-tackling-wildfire-risk-across-the-grid/#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/f617d472-0c79-3360-879b-385a16ecc9fb In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, Christina Marsh and Jeff Postelwait break down insights from the annual Wildfire Special Report, part of the May 2026 T&D World issue. They explore how utilities are adapting to a rapidly changing risk landscape through a mix of advanced technologies, data-driven decision-making and time-tested strategies like vegetation management and controlled burns.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, Christina Marsh and Jeff Postelwait break down insights from the annual Wildfire Special Report, part of the May 2026 T&D World issue. They explore how utilities are adapting to a rapidly changing risk landscape through a mix of advanced technologies, data-driven decision-making and time-tested strategies like vegetation management and controlled burns.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2597 36 full NRECA CEO Jim Matheson on the Co-op Energy Playbook NRECA CEO Jim Matheson on the Co-op Energy Playbook https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/nreca-ceo-jim-matheson-on-the-co-op-energy-playbook/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/nreca-ceo-jim-matheson-on-the-co-op-energy-playbook/#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/11c96522-13e0-3940-9124-8117a3c57db2 In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we speak with Jim Matheson, CEO of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), for an in-depth conversation on the evolving challenges and opportunities facing electric cooperatives across the United States.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we speak with Jim Matheson, CEO of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), for an in-depth conversation on the evolving challenges and opportunities facing electric cooperatives across the United States.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2428 34 full Dual Peaks, Dual Risks: Why Utilities Can No Longer Plan For A Single System Peak Dual Peaks, Dual Risks: Why Utilities Can No Longer Plan For A Single System Peak https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/dual-peaks-dual-risks-why-utilities-can-no-longer-plan-for-a-single-system-peak/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/dual-peaks-dual-risks-why-utilities-can-no-longer-plan-for-a-single-system-peak/#comments Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:38:45 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/669f8bd9-a7f0-3a6d-a9e1-250bc5b29791 This episode is sponsored by Integral Analytics.

]]> This episode is sponsored by Integral Analytics.

]]> Utilities have traditionally planned around a single annual peak demand, but changing customer behavior, increased electrification, and extreme weather are creating systems with both winter and summer peaks of similar impact. This shift introduces new planning challenges, as traditional top-down forecasting can miss how customer-level behaviors like EV charging and electrified heating create synchronized demand spikes. Dual peaks raise the risk of misallocated infrastructure investments, operational strain, and reliability issues if utilities plan for the wrong scenario. The discussion highlights how bottom-up, scenario-based forecasting can help utilities better prepare for multiple potential peak conditions and evolving grid demands. Endeavor Business Media false No 1088 33 bonus How Safer, More Sustainable MV Power Cables Can Impact American Manufacturing How Safer, More Sustainable MV Power Cables Can Impact American Manufacturing https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/how-safer-more-sustainable-mv-power-cables-can-impact-american-manufacturing/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/how-safer-more-sustainable-mv-power-cables-can-impact-american-manufacturing/#comments Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:54:24 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/9ca0bb51-9847-35e2-8cf9-3788a49e666f This episode is sponsored by Prysmian Cables & Systems.

]]> This episode is sponsored by Prysmian Cables & Systems.

]]> In this episode of T&D World Live, host Nikki Chandler speaks with Cody Davis, Director of Applications Engineering at Prysmian, about the mounting pressures utilities face as they work to deliver more power than ever while meeting sustainability goals and complying with BABA requirements that support U.S.-based manufacturing. They discuss how rising energy demand—particularly from hyperscale data centers—is accelerating infrastructure modernization and reshaping material decisions, including the industry’s shift away from traditional lead-stabilized EPR insulation amid global efforts to eliminate lead from cable systems. Cody explains how this transition is narrowing legacy material options at a critical time and highlights how Prysmian’s decades of research and development have led to lead-free EAM cable solutions designed to match or exceed the aging performance, electrical stability, and flexibility of conventional medium-voltage EPR cables. Endeavor Business Media false No 811 32 bonus What Lebanon’s Solar Boom Teaches Us About Grid Resilience What Lebanon’s Solar Boom Teaches Us About Grid Resilience https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/what-lebanon-s-solar-boom-teaches-us-about-grid-resilience/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/what-lebanon-s-solar-boom-teaches-us-about-grid-resilience/#comments Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/e60c90db-e2ca-3e71-b21e-f9d15ce9d18c In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, we speak with Vladimir Abdelnour, an energy researcher at Arizona State University’s Laboratory of Energy and Power Solutions (LEAPS), about how crisis-driven resilience in Lebanon shaped his perspective on grid modernization, decentralization, and AI-enabled energy systems.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, we speak with Vladimir Abdelnour, an energy researcher at Arizona State University’s Laboratory of Energy and Power Solutions (LEAPS), about how crisis-driven resilience in Lebanon shaped his perspective on grid modernization, decentralization, and AI-enabled energy systems.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1710 31 full Why Workforce Investment Is the Grid’s Critical Infrastructure Why Workforce Investment Is the Grid’s Critical Infrastructure https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/why-workforce-investment-is-the-grid-s-critical-infrastructure/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/why-workforce-investment-is-the-grid-s-critical-infrastructure/#comments Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/fce09aa8-9834-39b2-a578-6a22db6aeb72 In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we speak with Chris Root, former Chief Operating Officer of Vermont Electric Power Company (VELCO) and current industry advisor at Danovo (formerly Quanta Technology). The conversation previews the upcoming TechCon conference in Puerto Rico, hosted by H2B, and explores the broader workforce and infrastructure challenges reshaping the electric power industry.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we speak with Chris Root, former Chief Operating Officer of Vermont Electric Power Company (VELCO) and current industry advisor at Danovo (formerly Quanta Technology). The conversation previews the upcoming TechCon conference in Puerto Rico, hosted by H2B, and explores the broader workforce and infrastructure challenges reshaping the electric power industry.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1665 30 full Serving New Load Without Raising Rates: A Utility Perspective Serving New Load Without Raising Rates: A Utility Perspective https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/serving-new-load-without-raising-rates-a-utility-perspective/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/serving-new-load-without-raising-rates-a-utility-perspective/#comments Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/102c9ebe-9c73-35e6-8b5b-c980a82c8e3a In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we sit down with Rachel Williams, Vice President of Transmission Field Operations at Georgia Power, to discuss how utilities are navigating unprecedented load growth and the operational challenges of building the next generation of the transmission system. Williams reflects on her nearly 29-year career with Southern Company, sharing how a family legacy in the utility industry and an engineering background led her to leadership roles across multiple electric utilities, all within transmission and distribution.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we sit down with Rachel Williams, Vice President of Transmission Field Operations at Georgia Power, to discuss how utilities are navigating unprecedented load growth and the operational challenges of building the next generation of the transmission system. Williams reflects on her nearly 29-year career with Southern Company, sharing how a family legacy in the utility industry and an engineering background led her to leadership roles across multiple electric utilities, all within transmission and distribution.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1416 29 full Inside America’s Surging Electricity Demand with Grid Strategies' Sophie Meyer Inside America’s Surging Electricity Demand with Grid Strategies' Sophie Meyer https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/inside-america-s-surging-electricity-demand-with-grid-strategies-sophie-meyer/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/inside-america-s-surging-electricity-demand-with-grid-strategies-sophie-meyer/#comments Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/b559095a-70fb-3fec-b1be-b84681883552 According to new analysis from Grid Strategies the grid is now facing its fastest demand growth since the mid-20th century. In this episode we speak with Sophie Meyer, Director of Power Systems at Grid Strategies, about what’s driving the sudden surge in demand, how utilities and grid operators are struggling to keep up, and what the implications are for reliability, affordability, and long-term planning.

]]> According to new analysis from Grid Strategies the grid is now facing its fastest demand growth since the mid-20th century. In this episode we speak with Sophie Meyer, Director of Power Systems at Grid Strategies, about what’s driving the sudden surge in demand, how utilities and grid operators are struggling to keep up, and what the implications are for reliability, affordability, and long-term planning.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1806 28 full Grid Modernization Starts with Broadband: Inside the Utility Connectivity Journey Grid Modernization Starts with Broadband: Inside the Utility Connectivity Journey https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/grid-modernization-starts-with-broadband-inside-the-utility-connectivity-journey/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/grid-modernization-starts-with-broadband-inside-the-utility-connectivity-journey/#comments Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:06:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/9e6f5c1e-79c0-3cfb-8e78-fea17867ce3d In this episode of T&D World Live, we dig into one of the biggest challenges — and opportunities — facing utilities today: how to modernize the grid while building the broadband connectivity needed to support everything from DERs and automation to resiliency and future-ready operations.

We sit down with Russ Ehrlich from Exelon and Jeff Pittman from Nokia to talk through the entire modernization journey — from early evaluation and business-case development to funding, deployment, and long-term operations. They also share lessons learned from the recent Utility Broadband Alliance Plugfest and offer a forward-looking view on the advanced applications gaining traction as we head into 2026.

We cover where utility broadband fits into grid modernization, how to ask the right questions early on, or what capabilities will define the next decade of utility evolution.

Tune in to hear practical insights, real-world experience, and a thoughtful look at what’s coming next for the industry. 

]]> In this episode of T&D World Live, we dig into one of the biggest challenges — and opportunities — facing utilities today: how to modernize the grid while building the broadband connectivity needed to support everything from DERs and automation to resiliency and future-ready operations.

We sit down with Russ Ehrlich from Exelon and Jeff Pittman from Nokia to talk through the entire modernization journey — from early evaluation and business-case development to funding, deployment, and long-term operations. They also share lessons learned from the recent Utility Broadband Alliance Plugfest and offer a forward-looking view on the advanced applications gaining traction as we head into 2026.

We cover where utility broadband fits into grid modernization, how to ask the right questions early on, or what capabilities will define the next decade of utility evolution.

Tune in to hear practical insights, real-world experience, and a thoughtful look at what’s coming next for the industry. 

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2331 27 full Bridging Water, Power and Oil: Lessons from ADIPEC on AI, Workforce and Energy Demand Bridging Water, Power and Oil: Lessons from ADIPEC on AI, Workforce and Energy Demand https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/bridging-water-power-and-oil-lessons-from-adipec-on-ai-workforce-and-energy-demand/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/bridging-water-power-and-oil-lessons-from-adipec-on-ai-workforce-and-energy-demand/#comments Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/9df6c9a7-b7e5-3a36-ae4c-d00c8be5d7e5 Bob Crossen, Vice President of Content for Endeavor B2B’s Water and Energy Group discusses his first visit to ADIPEC, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference. While traditionally viewed as an oil and gas event, ADIPEC revealed a much broader focus on power, electricity, digitalization and emerging technologies shaping the global energy landscape.

]]> Bob Crossen, Vice President of Content for Endeavor B2B’s Water and Energy Group discusses his first visit to ADIPEC, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference. While traditionally viewed as an oil and gas event, ADIPEC revealed a much broader focus on power, electricity, digitalization and emerging technologies shaping the global energy landscape.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2416 26 full The Stories That Powered 2025: Inside the Most-Read T&D World Articles of the Year The Stories That Powered 2025: Inside the Most-Read T&D World Articles of the Year https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/the-stories-that-powered-2025-inside-the-most-read-td-world-articles-of-the-year/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/the-stories-that-powered-2025-inside-the-most-read-td-world-articles-of-the-year/#comments Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/ec15467e-e791-3abc-ba64-785da352a5ec In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, host Christina Marsh is joined by Nikki Chandler and Jeff Postelwait for a year-end roundup of the five most-read articles of 2025. Together, they explore the major trends shaping the power and transmission industry — from grid expansion and manufacturing challenges to system reliability and rising electricity costs.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, host Christina Marsh is joined by Nikki Chandler and Jeff Postelwait for a year-end roundup of the five most-read articles of 2025. Together, they explore the major trends shaping the power and transmission industry — from grid expansion and manufacturing challenges to system reliability and rising electricity costs.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2328 25 full APPA’s Scott Corwin on Permitting, Reliability, and Rising Demand APPA’s Scott Corwin on Permitting, Reliability, and Rising Demand https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/appa-s-scott-corwin-on-permitting-reliability-and-rising-demand/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/appa-s-scott-corwin-on-permitting-reliability-and-rising-demand/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/a4d26e17-5916-37b9-8dc8-84e9eb03a3b5 This episode of the T&D World Live podcast features Scott Corwin, President and CEO of the American Public Power Association (APPA). The conversation centers on the growing pressures facing the U.S. electric grid and the urgent need for policy and permitting reform to support new generation and transmission infrastructure.

]]> This episode of the T&D World Live podcast features Scott Corwin, President and CEO of the American Public Power Association (APPA). The conversation centers on the growing pressures facing the U.S. electric grid and the urgent need for policy and permitting reform to support new generation and transmission infrastructure.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2035 24 full Lessons from the Field: Technology, Resilience, and Responsibility at OUC Lessons from the Field: Technology, Resilience, and Responsibility at OUC https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/lessons-from-the-field-technology-resilience-and-responsibility-at-ouc/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/lessons-from-the-field-technology-resilience-and-responsibility-at-ouc/#comments Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/273edd08-227f-363e-8848-f61c615098f6 In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we welcome Melvin Liwag, Senior Engineer at the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC), for an in-depth conversation about his career journey, OUC’s evolution, and how modern utilities are improving reliability, resilience, and environmental responsibility.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we welcome Melvin Liwag, Senior Engineer at the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC), for an in-depth conversation about his career journey, OUC’s evolution, and how modern utilities are improving reliability, resilience, and environmental responsibility.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2211 23 full Rising Energy Demand, Data Centers, and the Return of Nuclear Power Rising Energy Demand, Data Centers, and the Return of Nuclear Power https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/rising-energy-demand-data-centers-and-the-return-of-nuclear-power/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/rising-energy-demand-data-centers-and-the-return-of-nuclear-power/#comments Fri, 31 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/17b69c26-02a0-3de2-965e-8be074e44558 In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, managing editor Jeff Postelwait and Rod Walton, managing editor for Microgrid Knowledge and Energy Tech, took a more conversational approach to explore one of the biggest shifts facing the power industry today: the surge in energy demand driven by artificial intelligence, data centers, and electrification — and how utilities are responding.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, managing editor Jeff Postelwait and Rod Walton, managing editor for Microgrid Knowledge and Energy Tech, took a more conversational approach to explore one of the biggest shifts facing the power industry today: the surge in energy demand driven by artificial intelligence, data centers, and electrification — and how utilities are responding.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2529 22 full Highlights from T&D World Live 2025 in Phoenix Highlights from T&D World Live 2025 in Phoenix https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/highlights-from-td-world-live-2025-in-phoenix/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/highlights-from-td-world-live-2025-in-phoenix/#comments Fri, 10 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/4a5bdaca-0783-3484-b367-61e4b51a4915 In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, host Christina Marsh sits down with Editorial Director Nikki Chandler and Managing Editor Jeff Postelwait to recap the biggest stories, insights, and moments from the T&D World Live 2025 conference, held in Phoenix, Arizona. The editors share firsthand experiences and reflections on this year’s themes, including load growth, grid resiliency, cybersecurity, and customer affordability — topics that have increasingly replaced the industry’s earlier focus on decarbonization.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, host Christina Marsh sits down with Editorial Director Nikki Chandler and Managing Editor Jeff Postelwait to recap the biggest stories, insights, and moments from the T&D World Live 2025 conference, held in Phoenix, Arizona. The editors share firsthand experiences and reflections on this year’s themes, including load growth, grid resiliency, cybersecurity, and customer affordability — topics that have increasingly replaced the industry’s earlier focus on decarbonization.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2125 21 full Reimagining C&I Service: A New Utility Partnership Model for Power Quality and Performance Reimagining C&I Service: A New Utility Partnership Model for Power Quality and Performance https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/reimagining-ci-service-a-new-utility-partnership-model-for-power-quality-and-performance/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/reimagining-ci-service-a-new-utility-partnership-model-for-power-quality-and-performance/#comments Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/e570872a-f394-3ceb-a3ee-0091e1769077 Ubicquia AI-driven platforms make existing critical infrastructure intelligent to increase grid resiliency, reduce energy consumption, and enhance operational efficiencies for utilities and municipalities. The company’s advanced analytics platform leverages more than 2 billion data sets per day to deliver its customers actionable insights. Ubicquia's products and solutions, which include sensors, software, and connectivity, are compatible with over 450 million streetlights, 500 million transformers, and 1 billion utility poles worldwide. Ubicquia’s platforms are deployed in more than 800 utilities and municipalities and its technologies are integrated on an OEM basis with leading manufacturers of transformers, streetlights and public safety video solutions.

]]> Ubicquia AI-driven platforms make existing critical infrastructure intelligent to increase grid resiliency, reduce energy consumption, and enhance operational efficiencies for utilities and municipalities. The company’s advanced analytics platform leverages more than 2 billion data sets per day to deliver its customers actionable insights. Ubicquia's products and solutions, which include sensors, software, and connectivity, are compatible with over 450 million streetlights, 500 million transformers, and 1 billion utility poles worldwide. Ubicquia’s platforms are deployed in more than 800 utilities and municipalities and its technologies are integrated on an OEM basis with leading manufacturers of transformers, streetlights and public safety video solutions.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1486 19 full Cleared for Takeoff: Navigating UAS Regulations in the Power Sector Cleared for Takeoff: Navigating UAS Regulations in the Power Sector https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/cleared-for-takeoff-navigating-uas-regulations-in-the-power-sector/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/cleared-for-takeoff-navigating-uas-regulations-in-the-power-sector/#comments Fri, 26 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/2842a0ad-3c06-31f6-9e2d-6ad38bcd95a7 In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast producer Christina Marsh sits down with Nate Ernst, president of the Tactian Group, to explore how unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) are reshaping electric utility operations. They discuss the FAA’s proposed Part 108 rule and how it will affect utility UAS operations. Part 108 would enable drones to cover longer distances and carry out more complex tasks, but it will also require more robust safety management systems and multi-person flight operations. 

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast producer Christina Marsh sits down with Nate Ernst, president of the Tactian Group, to explore how unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) are reshaping electric utility operations. They discuss the FAA’s proposed Part 108 rule and how it will affect utility UAS operations. Part 108 would enable drones to cover longer distances and carry out more complex tasks, but it will also require more robust safety management systems and multi-person flight operations. 

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2616 20 full Grid Resiliency in a New Era: Confronting Climate and Supply Chain Realities Grid Resiliency in a New Era: Confronting Climate and Supply Chain Realities https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/grid-resiliency-in-a-new-era-confronting-climate-and-supply-chain-realities/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/grid-resiliency-in-a-new-era-confronting-climate-and-supply-chain-realities/#comments Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/17fd4e70-cbe6-3ea4-9f88-cba73c592f62 As extreme weather becomes more frequent and global supply chains remain unpredictable, electric utilities are under growing pressure to strengthen the resilience of their distribution networks. In this episode of T&D World Live, Ken Woo, President of Marmon Utility, shares a global perspective on two of the most urgent challenges facing utility providers: climate disruption and supply chain volatility.

With decades of leadership in the power infrastructure space, Ken offers insight into how manufacturers and solution partners are evolving to meet the dynamic needs of utilities responsible for delivering safe, reliable electricity to communities. The conversation focuses on the role of strategic design, regional readiness, and responsive sourcing in supporting utilities as they prepare for a future of greater unpredictability and demand.

This episode offers a comprehensive look at how collaboration across the supply chain is helping utilities build more resilient systems—designed for today’s volatility and tomorrow’s growth.

]]> As extreme weather becomes more frequent and global supply chains remain unpredictable, electric utilities are under growing pressure to strengthen the resilience of their distribution networks. In this episode of T&D World Live, Ken Woo, President of Marmon Utility, shares a global perspective on two of the most urgent challenges facing utility providers: climate disruption and supply chain volatility.

With decades of leadership in the power infrastructure space, Ken offers insight into how manufacturers and solution partners are evolving to meet the dynamic needs of utilities responsible for delivering safe, reliable electricity to communities. The conversation focuses on the role of strategic design, regional readiness, and responsive sourcing in supporting utilities as they prepare for a future of greater unpredictability and demand.

This episode offers a comprehensive look at how collaboration across the supply chain is helping utilities build more resilient systems—designed for today’s volatility and tomorrow’s growth.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1140 17 full T&D World Live Event: Get to Know Advisory Board Member Dave Elve T&D World Live Event: Get to Know Advisory Board Member Dave Elve https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-live-event-get-to-know-advisory-board-member-dave-elve/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-live-event-get-to-know-advisory-board-member-dave-elve/#comments Fri, 12 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/8d62e083-7bef-3bbb-92f7-93aacb616b1c In this episode we speak with Dave Elve, Executive Consultant for VASS Solutions and a member of the T&D World Live Advisory Board, about the critical themes shaping this year’s sessions and why the live format is essential for sharing lessons learned. Key issues slated for the conference include the surge in electric demand from EV adoption and AI, the transition to AMI 2.0 networks, and the promise of grid-edge applications that can run multiple apps on smart meters, enabling functions like EV charging optimization and wildfire risk mitigation.

]]> In this episode we speak with Dave Elve, Executive Consultant for VASS Solutions and a member of the T&D World Live Advisory Board, about the critical themes shaping this year’s sessions and why the live format is essential for sharing lessons learned. Key issues slated for the conference include the surge in electric demand from EV adoption and AI, the transition to AMI 2.0 networks, and the promise of grid-edge applications that can run multiple apps on smart meters, enabling functions like EV charging optimization and wildfire risk mitigation.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2039 18 full T&D World Live Event: Speaker & Session Preview with Wayne Bishop T&D World Live Event: Speaker & Session Preview with Wayne Bishop https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-live-event-speaker-session-preview-with-wayne-bishop/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-live-event-speaker-session-preview-with-wayne-bishop/#comments Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/d1ee7abd-076d-39fe-8c05-9c5d8df01c38 In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we speak with Wayne Bishop, Vice President of Industry Outreach and Strategy at Quanta Technology, about his career and the topics he’ll be addressing at the upcoming T&D World Live conference. Bishop previews his session, “Utility Executive Perspectives on Resilience Plans for Extreme Weather Conditions,” which will feature experts Howard Gugel from NERC and Brian Chen from Southern California Edison. The panel will explore how utilities are tackling grid hardening, reliability, and customer demands amid a backdrop of aging infrastructure and climate-driven events.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we speak with Wayne Bishop, Vice President of Industry Outreach and Strategy at Quanta Technology, about his career and the topics he’ll be addressing at the upcoming T&D World Live conference. Bishop previews his session, “Utility Executive Perspectives on Resilience Plans for Extreme Weather Conditions,” which will feature experts Howard Gugel from NERC and Brian Chen from Southern California Edison. The panel will explore how utilities are tackling grid hardening, reliability, and customer demands amid a backdrop of aging infrastructure and climate-driven events.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1740 16 full Exelon CEO Calvin Butler on the Future of Utilities, Clean Energy, and Customer Affordability Exelon CEO Calvin Butler on the Future of Utilities, Clean Energy, and Customer Affordability https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/exelon-ceo-calvin-butler-on-the-future-of-utilities-clean-energy-and-customer-affordability/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/exelon-ceo-calvin-butler-on-the-future-of-utilities-clean-energy-and-customer-affordability/#comments Fri, 22 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/17f5499c-2379-3ff7-a799-549a2a718e45 In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, Exelon CEO Calvin Butler sits down to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the utility industry as demand surges, technology evolves, and customer expectations shift.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, Exelon CEO Calvin Butler sits down to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the utility industry as demand surges, technology evolves, and customer expectations shift.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1500 15 full The Power of Purpose: Freddie Wright on Leading Georgia Power’s Grid Transformation The Power of Purpose: Freddie Wright on Leading Georgia Power’s Grid Transformation https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/the-power-of-purpose-freddie-wright-on-leading-georgia-power-s-grid-transformation/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/the-power-of-purpose-freddie-wright-on-leading-georgia-power-s-grid-transformation/#comments Fri, 08 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/f0178bac-2191-32fb-8e7e-f960d1fce24d In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, we sit down with Freddie Wright, Director of the Grid Investment Program at Georgia Power, to discuss how the utility is reshaping its infrastructure — and its culture — for a smarter, more resilient grid.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, we sit down with Freddie Wright, Director of the Grid Investment Program at Georgia Power, to discuss how the utility is reshaping its infrastructure — and its culture — for a smarter, more resilient grid.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1518 14 full Dynamic Line Ratings: PPL’s Blueprint for a Smarter Grid Dynamic Line Ratings: PPL’s Blueprint for a Smarter Grid https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/dynamic-line-ratings-ppl-s-blueprint-for-a-smarter-grid/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/dynamic-line-ratings-ppl-s-blueprint-for-a-smarter-grid/#comments Fri, 25 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/6aa1117d-d35f-356e-8dca-0d33363d2cc5 In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, we speak with Horst Lehmann and Eric Rosenberger of PPL Electric Utilities, and Luke Howell of Ampacimon, about the implementation and benefits of Dynamic Line Ratings (DLR) in electric utilities. The conversation explores how DLR technology uses real-time environmental data — such as wind, temperature, and solar radiation — to more accurately determine the capacity of transmission lines, allowing utilities to increase system efficiency, reduce congestion, and defer costly infrastructure upgrades.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, we speak with Horst Lehmann and Eric Rosenberger of PPL Electric Utilities, and Luke Howell of Ampacimon, about the implementation and benefits of Dynamic Line Ratings (DLR) in electric utilities. The conversation explores how DLR technology uses real-time environmental data — such as wind, temperature, and solar radiation — to more accurately determine the capacity of transmission lines, allowing utilities to increase system efficiency, reduce congestion, and defer costly infrastructure upgrades.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1866 13 full From Meter Reader to AMI Leader: Darren Tillman’s Utility Journey From Meter Reader to AMI Leader: Darren Tillman’s Utility Journey https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/from-meter-reader-to-ami-leader-darren-tillman-s-utility-journey/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/from-meter-reader-to-ami-leader-darren-tillman-s-utility-journey/#comments Fri, 11 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/507a0a48-7afd-3b41-8982-f074b88b339b In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we sit down with Darren Tillman, Supervisor of AMI Field Operations at Baltimore Gas and Electric, to explore how field-level innovation, data-driven decision-making, and a people-first leadership approach are shaping the future of utility operations.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we sit down with Darren Tillman, Supervisor of AMI Field Operations at Baltimore Gas and Electric, to explore how field-level innovation, data-driven decision-making, and a people-first leadership approach are shaping the future of utility operations.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2389 12 full Mike Beehler on the State of the Grid: AI, Affordability, and Infrastructure Gaps Mike Beehler on the State of the Grid: AI, Affordability, and Infrastructure Gaps https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/mike-beehler-on-the-state-of-the-grid-ai-affordability-and-infrastructure-gaps/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/mike-beehler-on-the-state-of-the-grid-ai-affordability-and-infrastructure-gaps/#comments Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/bd691c9c-8d93-3807-9acf-df0a091768c5 In this episode of T&D World Live, veteran utility engineer and consultant Mike Beehler speaks about the forces currently reshaping the electric utility industry, with particular focus on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), demand growth, grid resilience, and affordability.

]]> In this episode of T&D World Live, veteran utility engineer and consultant Mike Beehler speaks about the forces currently reshaping the electric utility industry, with particular focus on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), demand growth, grid resilience, and affordability.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2803 11 full Merging Affordability, Reliability & Sustainability Merging Affordability, Reliability & Sustainability https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/merging-affordability-reliability-sustainability/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/merging-affordability-reliability-sustainability/#comments Fri, 06 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/3b52e551-156b-3c53-ac60-72b42f26f3f3 In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, Joe Bentley, Senior Vice President of Electric Engineering at Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), shared his optimistic vision for the future of the electric utility industry, despite the growing challenges of climate change, infrastructure demands, and surging electricity costs.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, Joe Bentley, Senior Vice President of Electric Engineering at Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), shared his optimistic vision for the future of the electric utility industry, despite the growing challenges of climate change, infrastructure demands, and surging electricity costs.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2676 10 full What’s Slowing the Grid? A Practical Discussion on Energy Delivery What’s Slowing the Grid? A Practical Discussion on Energy Delivery https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/what-s-slowing-the-grid-a-practical-discussion-on-energy-delivery/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/what-s-slowing-the-grid-a-practical-discussion-on-energy-delivery/#comments Fri, 16 May 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/9b7d02fa-8838-33ca-977b-e94ebf73455f In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, we speak with Doug Houseman, a senior managing consultant at 1898 & Co., about the current and future challenges facing the electric power sector. The conversation explores a wide range of issues, including the causes and consequences of recent large-scale power outages, persistent supply chain delays, energy transition technologies, and the need for a skilled workforce to modernize the grid.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Podcast, we speak with Doug Houseman, a senior managing consultant at 1898 & Co., about the current and future challenges facing the electric power sector. The conversation explores a wide range of issues, including the causes and consequences of recent large-scale power outages, persistent supply chain delays, energy transition technologies, and the need for a skilled workforce to modernize the grid.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2365 9 full T&D World Live 2025 Is by Utilities for Utilities T&D World Live 2025 Is by Utilities for Utilities https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-live-2025-is-by-utilities-for-utilities/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-live-2025-is-by-utilities-for-utilities/#comments Fri, 02 May 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/eb3e1fc7-e6fc-3f6e-8907-e10475154f74 Get to know T&D World Live Event Director Gina Weber as she discusses her background in the utility industry and her vision for the upcoming event scheduled for September 23–25 in Phoenix where attendees can expect a blend of technical sessions, leadership discussions, and networking opportunities designed for utility professionals. 

]]> Get to know T&D World Live Event Director Gina Weber as she discusses her background in the utility industry and her vision for the upcoming event scheduled for September 23–25 in Phoenix where attendees can expect a blend of technical sessions, leadership discussions, and networking opportunities designed for utility professionals. 

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 1674 8 full Inside the Future of Transmission with Larry Gasteiger Inside the Future of Transmission with Larry Gasteiger https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/inside-the-future-of-transmission-with-larry-gasteiger/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/inside-the-future-of-transmission-with-larry-gasteiger/#comments Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/bdccf8b1-e0fe-3e7b-ae91-f78b7109aae7 In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we speak with Larry Gasteiger, Executive Director of WIRES and President of Gasteiger Energy Consulting, about the pressing challenges and opportunities in the U.S. electric transmission sector.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live podcast, we speak with Larry Gasteiger, Executive Director of WIRES and President of Gasteiger Energy Consulting, about the pressing challenges and opportunities in the U.S. electric transmission sector.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2303 7 full Powering Progress: The Evolution of Linemen and Electrical Systems Powering Progress: The Evolution of Linemen and Electrical Systems https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/powering-progress-the-evolution-of-linemen-and-electrical-systems/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/powering-progress-the-evolution-of-linemen-and-electrical-systems/#comments Fri, 04 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/198512a8-048a-36c7-b828-408c6dfc62c0 In this episode we sit down with Alan Drew to take a journey through the history of linemen and the power industry, exploring how construction methods, materials, safety, and tools have evolved over the decades.

]]> In this episode we sit down with Alan Drew to take a journey through the history of linemen and the power industry, exploring how construction methods, materials, safety, and tools have evolved over the decades.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2973 6 full Neil Chatterjee Talks Challenges and Innovations in the Energy Sector Neil Chatterjee Talks Challenges and Innovations in the Energy Sector https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/neil-chatterjee-talks-challenges-and-innovations-in-the-energy-sector/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/neil-chatterjee-talks-challenges-and-innovations-in-the-energy-sector/#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0300 tanddworld.podbean.com/d5703f80-3a19-38f6-bde6-52da14bb269a In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, we sit down with Neil Chatterjee, former FERC Chairman, to discuss the evolving energy landscape in North America. From the growing demand driven by AI and data centers to the need for grid modernization and transmission expansion, Chatterjee provides deep insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the power sector. We dive into key policy shifts, the role of emerging technologies like AI and energy storage, and the impact of international trade and regulatory changes on the grid. Tune in for a compelling discussion on how innovation, policy, and investment must align to ensure a reliable, affordable, and resilient energy future.

]]> In this episode of the T&D World Live Podcast, we sit down with Neil Chatterjee, former FERC Chairman, to discuss the evolving energy landscape in North America. From the growing demand driven by AI and data centers to the need for grid modernization and transmission expansion, Chatterjee provides deep insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the power sector. We dive into key policy shifts, the role of emerging technologies like AI and energy storage, and the impact of international trade and regulatory changes on the grid. Tune in for a compelling discussion on how innovation, policy, and investment must align to ensure a reliable, affordable, and resilient energy future.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 3064 5 full Powering the Future: The Evolution of Grid Strategy & Data-Driven Utilities Powering the Future: The Evolution of Grid Strategy & Data-Driven Utilities https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/powering-the-future-the-evolution-of-grid-strategy-data-driven-utilities/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/powering-the-future-the-evolution-of-grid-strategy-data-driven-utilities/#comments Fri, 07 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/6b720fc3-e742-35a2-ac96-98b3cee137d0 In this episode of T&D World Live we sit down with Elizabeth Cook, Vice President of Technical Strategy for Association of Edison Illuminating Company, to explore the transformation of the power grid and the crucial role of integrated system planning. 

]]> In this episode of T&D World Live we sit down with Elizabeth Cook, Vice President of Technical Strategy for Association of Edison Illuminating Company, to explore the transformation of the power grid and the crucial role of integrated system planning. 

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2520 4 full Lessons from the Past, Challenges for the Future Lessons from the Past, Challenges for the Future https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-episode-2-lessons-from-the-past-challenges-for-the-future/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-episode-2-lessons-from-the-past-challenges-for-the-future/#comments Fri, 21 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/b3e84791-f5f6-3067-915e-d810cf627d0e As two industry veterans, Gene Wolf and Rick Bush have seen everything from long-term trends to fads and ongoing challenges. In this episode we sit down with them to discuss how the industry has changed over the years, and what problems we may be faced with in the next five years.

]]> As two industry veterans, Gene Wolf and Rick Bush have seen everything from long-term trends to fads and ongoing challenges. In this episode we sit down with them to discuss how the industry has changed over the years, and what problems we may be faced with in the next five years.

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2307 3 full What's in Store for 2025 What's in Store for 2025 https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-episode-1-whats-in-store-for-2025/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-episode-1-whats-in-store-for-2025/#comments Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/a9e3b590-3a61-3abe-970b-8aabb78e1384 Meet your hosts and hear about some of the topics T&D World plans to cover in the new year. 

]]> Meet your hosts and hear about some of the topics T&D World plans to cover in the new year. 

]]> Endeavor Business Media false No 2457 2 full T&D World Podcast Trailer T&D World Podcast Trailer https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-podcast-trailer/ https://tanddworld.podbean.com/e/td-world-podcast-trailer/#comments Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:56:42 -0400 tanddworld.podbean.com/1c58a5e9-f1d7-3fed-b6e0-0982124c5ffd Save the date! Our very first podcast episode drops on Friday, February 7! 

]]> Save the date! Our very first podcast episode drops on Friday, February 7! 

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