The PG&E 2024 Innovation Summit, scheduled for November 13 in San Jose, promises an exciting showcase of cutting-edge climate-tech and energy innovations. Organized by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in collaboration with DISTRIBUTECH®, the event will feature advancements in artificial intelligence for nuclear power, carbon-sequestering biochar, and long-duration energy storage. Attendees will explore breakthrough technologies such as real-time fault detection sensors, managed electric vehicle charging solutions, advanced drones, and novel undergrounding systems.
Newly confirmed speakers include leaders from Eaton, GE Vernova, and NVIDIA, who will participate in discussions on the future of energy planning and AI’s role in nuclear technology. Sean Moser from GE Vernova and Igor Stamenkovic from Eaton will join PG&E’s Joe Bentley in an insightful conversation on electric planning, while NVIDIA’s Marc Spieler and Atomic Canyon’s Trey Lauderdale will delve into AI’s applications in the nuclear industry alongside PG&E’s Maureen Zawalick.
The summit will host an immersive technology showcase, highlighting demonstrations by peer utilities such as Avangrid, San Diego Gas and Electric, and Southern California Edison. Blue Grit Robotics, BurnBot, Earth Foundries, and other innovators will present solutions that enhance grid resilience and wildfire prevention. From BurnBot’s advanced prescribed-burn machine to Form Energy’s multi-day energy storage systems, the summit will feature technologies aimed at improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Attendees will also witness the contributions of companies like Skydio, which leverages AI-powered drones for infrastructure inspections, and Gridware, whose sensors provide real-time monitoring of electrical grids to prevent outages and wildfires. Itron, Schneider Electric, Treeswift, and WeaveGrid will present solutions that integrate renewable energy, manage vegetation, and optimize electric vehicle charging, offering practical ways to tackle environmental and operational challenges.
With PG&E’s focus on innovation to meet both current and future challenges, the summit promises to be an engaging platform for collaboration, encouraging utilities nationwide to share ideas and best practices. Those interested in attending in-person or virtually can register and explore the full agenda on the event’s official website. For more information, visit www.pge.com/innovation.
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