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Discover how AI and machine learning are transforming electric utilities—boosting grid reliability, resilience, and operational performance through proven, real-world applications...
March 25, 2026
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As operational and reliability pressures on the grid intensify, utilities need real-time visibility into transmission line conditions to act faster and smarter. Join this 60-minute...
March 11, 2026
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Broadband expansion and rising attachment requests are reshaping joint use operations. This playbook outlines strategies to improve safety, compliance, coordination and scalability...
Feb. 12, 2026
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Discover how utilities are cutting inspection time, breaking down data silos, and gaining full system visibility with a single UAV flight and cloud-based reporting. In this webinar...
March 12, 2026

Podcasts

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In this episode of T&D World Live, host Nikki Chandler welcomes Cody Davis, Director of Applications Engineering at Prysmian, for a timely and in-depth conversation about ...
March 2, 2026
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Line Life
This audio story explores how Eversource is training its field workforce through multimodal digital tools, e-books and mobile apps.
Feb. 27, 2026
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The fourth and final part of our Lineman Hall of Famers series for the Line Life Podcast highlights Susan Blaser, the first female journeyman lineman in the state of Missouri ...
Feb. 19, 2026
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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 ...
Feb. 13, 2026

Transmission

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The new certification program is meant to streamline the approval process for advanced transmission conductors, ensuring compliance with international standards and reducing repetitive...
Feb. 27, 2026
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Emerging from stealth, Nyxium introduces an AI-driven platform designed to expedite energy infrastructure development, including nuclear and renewable projects.
Feb. 24, 2026
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KIUC adopted stress wave-based non-destructive testing to efficiently inspect wooden utility poles amidst Kauai's challenging tropical environment, improving safety, reducing ...
Feb. 23, 2026
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The new platform leverages Google Cloud and Tapestry collaboration to analyze high-resolution data, enabling predictive maintenance, better fault detection, and more efficient...
Feb. 20, 2026

Distribution

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Detailed component-level inspections and a lifecycle resilience framework can enable utilities to better predict, prepare for, and recover from extreme weather events, emphasizing...
Feb. 25, 2026
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Woodpecker activity increasingly threatens wooden utility poles, causing accelerated degradation and costly replacements. Utilities are adopting strategies like pole replacement...
Feb. 24, 2026
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Looq AI, a Distributech exhibitor, launched qPole to train AI models to understand utility poles in the same way as engineers.
Feb. 3, 2026
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Entergy Louisiana is actively assessing damage and restoring power following a severe winter storm that caused widespread outages, vegetation damage, and access issues across ...
Jan. 26, 2026

Operations

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March 1, 2026
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Censys Technologies successfully completed a BVLOS drone mission spanning over 35 miles, demonstrating advanced long-range operations for infrastructure inspection, enhanced safety...
Feb. 26, 2026
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By providing this extra layer of protection, utilities can safeguard their field workforce.
Feb. 24, 2026
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Scott Lee Woodruff, left, has worked as both a telecom and electrical lineworker during his career in the trade.
After working on the telecom side of the industry for years, he shifted gears and trained to be a lineworker at Eversource.
Feb. 24, 2026

Business & Policy

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Amid increasing global volatility, infrastructure investors are adopting proactive risk management strategies, including scenario planning and strengthening cyber and physical...
March 2, 2026
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The U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision on tariffs related to President Trump's strategy may allow electric utilities and project developers to seek refunds for duties paid on...
Feb. 25, 2026
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This strategic acquisition supports WSP's focus on grid modernization, resilience, and infrastructure investment, while allowing TRC to scale its digital capabilities within a...
Feb. 25, 2026
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According to the study, utilities that have invested more in their digital platforms tend to provide easier access to information and communication tools, while other providers...
Feb. 25, 2026

Distributed Energy Resources

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PG&E introduces the Clean Energy Calculator, a personalized online tool developed with GridX, enabling customers to assess costs and savings for electrification upgrades like ...
Feb. 25, 2026
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Grid-interactive buildings can act as dynamic energy resources, utilizing appliances, HVAC, EVs, and renewable sources to balance supply and demand, reducing grid stress and increasing...
Feb. 24, 2026
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The U.S. power grid faces urgent modernization needs driven by surging AI-era demand. Utilities are adopting smart grid tech, real-time data, and flexible resources to enhance...
Feb. 23, 2026
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Construction is currently underway and will add 7.5 MW of battery energy storage capacity with 38.25 MWh of storage. The systems are designed to support critical local power loads...
Feb. 18, 2026