Powering Prosperity: The Role of Public Power in Economic Development

Public power utilities are more than providers of reliable electricity — they are catalysts for local economic growth. Explore how public power utilities can leverage infrastructure investments, partnerships, and innovative programs to drive community development, attract businesses, and support...
June 29, 2026

Communicating Rate Increases to Elected Officials and Customers

Communicating about rate increases is never easy — especially when complex financial drivers must be explained to elected officials and customers in clear, accessible terms. Share practical strategies for turning technical data into simple, credible narratives that build understanding and trust...
June 30, 2026

Public Power’s Experiences with Data Centers

As data center and other high‑density load requests grow nationwide, public power utilities are facing new challenges around resource adequacy, system planning, and community expectations. Hear from utilities that are already working with data centers about what’s working, what’s changing, and what...
June 29, 2026

Evolving Demand-Side Management for Changing Times

Electrification, evolving technologies, expensive on peak pricing and rising customer expectations are changing the structure and components of energy efficiency and electrification programs, and how they interact with demand response. This session explores how Massachusetts public power utilities...
June 29, 2026

A View from the Other Side: What Large Customers Want

Large commercial and industrial customers play a critical role in the health and vibrancy of public power communities — but what do they really need from their local utility? In this engaging panel, hear directly from major energy users about their expectations, priorities, and experiences...
June 29, 2026