Please join us for the upcoming session on AI/Machine Learning Series - "The Bigger Grid Picture - Using AI to Turn Inspections into Grid Intelligence presented by eSmart Systems.Webinar Abstract:Inspections shouldn't end with a report, they should open the door to smarter grid decisions for the future. In this session, eSmart Systems’ Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Technology Officer will explore how AI-driven inspection platforms are reshaping the way utilities manage overhead transmission infrastructure. With real-world case studies from utilities around the world, we’ll show how transforming inspection data into actionable grid intelligence leads to lower costs, safer operations, and long-term grid resilience. Whether you're looking to eliminate manual bottlenecks, make smarter CAPEX decisions, or retain institutional knowledge in a structured way, this session will highlight how to get there. Key Takeaways:How to start the transition from reactive to predictive maintenance using AI-powered inspection data Why centralising, historical and real-time inspection data improves decision-making and reduces costs What utilities can learn from early adopters who use AI to enhance safety, efficiency, and long-term asset reliability 

Please mark your calendars for our upcoming webinar Powering Through Hurricane Helene: Utility Response & Resilience, scheduled June 18th from 12:00 to 1:30 pm ET. Hurricane Helene delivered a powerful test to the transmission and distribution (T&D) systems across the Southeastern United States, pushing utility resilience and coordination to the limit. In this session, hear firsthand from Duke Energy and Southern Company as they recount their on-the-ground experiences responding to the storm.Discover how both utilities prepared their grids ahead of the hurricane, the innovative strategies used to mitigate damage, and the rapid response efforts that restored power in the aftermath. From system hardening to coordinated restoration logistics, this session will dive into the real-world challenges and successes that defined their approach.Presenter(s): Jason Hollifield and Tyler Johnson, Duke Energy, Heather Lunsford, Southern Company

Please mark your calendars for our upcoming Wildfire Mitigation Plan Benchmarking Session scheduled for Wednesday, June 25th, from 3-5 pm ET. In this session, Wataynikaneyap Power will be sharing their responses to the Wildfire Mitigation Plan benchmarking framework using a structured set of questions aligned with California’s Utility Wildfire Mitigation Maturity Model. Session Objective: Facilitate a structured comparison of wildfire mitigation strategies across utilities to identify best practices and areas for improvement and receive structured feedback from industry peers. Through this initiative, utilities can benchmark their strategies, exchange best practices, and refine their wildfire mitigation efforts based on insights from others in the industry.

Please mark your calendars for our upcoming Wildfire Mitigation Plan Benchmarking Session scheduled for Tuesday, July 15th, from 3-5 pm ET. In this session, Seattle City Light will be sharing their responses to the Wildfire Mitigation Plan benchmarking framework using a structured set of questions aligned with California’s Utility Wildfire Mitigation Maturity Model.Session Objective:Facilitate a structured comparison of wildfire mitigation strategies across utilities to identify best practices and areas for improvement and receive structured feedback from industry peers.Through this initiative, utilities can benchmark their strategies, exchange best practices, and refine their wildfire mitigation efforts based on insights from others in the industry.