Public power utilities and communities in Minnesota are included among the recipients of $5.3 million of grant awards announced by the Minnesota Department of Commerce to improve the resilience of Minnesota’s electric grid against severe weather events, malicious physical attacks, and cyber threats.
Landis+Gyr and Massachusetts public power utility Peabody Municipal Light Plant have agreed to a contract that will bring the benefits of intelligent grid management to PMLP’s 27,000 electric customers on the outskirts of Boston.
In a recent appearance before state lawmakers in Michigan, Katie Abraham, Executive Director of the Michigan Municipal Electric Association (MMEA), and Dave Koster, General Manager at Holland Board of Public Works, highlighted the wide array of benefits that public power provides to customers in the state.
Leadership that Creates the Culture Your Utility Needs
Public power leaders must adapt to stay competitive and relevant in a quickly evolving industry. Explore what it means to lead in this era of transformation, and how to shift your mindset and utility culture to a customer-centric approach that anticipates needs and delivers exceptional experiences.
Emergency Management and Mutual Aid: New Practices & Policies
Long before a disaster strikes, everyone involved in emergency response and recovery in a community should be prepared with an understanding of what to do, how to access resources, and have established relationships for smooth coordination. Explore the latest practices in emergency operations planning, including how utilities are incorporating new technologies, what makes for effective drills and exercises, and get a refresher on when and how to leverage the Mutual Aid Network. Discuss strategies for handling media inquiries during crises, lessons from recent events like California’s wildfires and windstorms, and weighing options for insurance. Learn how policy reforms are affecting disaster recovery and resilience, including how FEMA support is evolving.