At a panel discussion, moderated by Gary Huntley, Retired VP of Distribution Services, leaders from utility co-ops discussed innovative strategies that cooperatives can adopt to effectively meet the surging demand while minimizing service disruptions and mitigating risks associated with environmental, infrastructure aging, and operational challenges.

More here: https://www.aidash.com/co-op-innovation-meeting-increased-demand-minimizing-disruptions-and-mitigating-risk/

Moderator: Gary Huntley, Retired VP of Distribution Services

Panelists:

• Jacob Barlow, VP of Engineering and Operations, Randolph EMC
• Don Bowman, VP of Engineering and Operations, and Assistant General Manager, Wake EMC
• OJ Johnson, Construction and Right of Way Supervisor, Mitchell EMC
• Dragan Savic, Manager, Engineering, ENWIN Utilities

Summary:

• Utilities need real-time data to help them deal with extreme weather events.
• Linemen have proven to be rapid technology adopters.
• Data-driven insights are essential for improving communication and transparency with co-op members.
• Technology is critical for helping co-ops manage OpEx in multiple areas, like hardware lifecycles and trim costs.

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