Fundamentals of the Evolving Power Grid

Explore the main dynamics driving change in power grids across the United States. From load growth fueled by data centers, growing industrial load, and beneficial electrification, to supply challenges related to costs and interconnection of new assets and the emergence of energy storage and new...
June 28, 2026

Building Public Power’s Preparedness, Response, and Recovery

A look at the strategies, structures, and partnerships that strengthen utility resilience before, during, and after an emergency event. Learn how to build readiness during blue sky periods through effective training programs and exercise design. Explore the fundamentals of the Incident Command...
June 28, 2026

Rate Design for Modern Load Growth and Large Loads

Emerging electric loads — such as data centers, EV charging, distributed solar, and energy storage — are rapidly reshaping demand patterns and forcing utilities to rethink rate structures, infrastructure planning, and long term strategy. With powerful new economic drivers behind the growth in...
June 28, 2026

Strategic Planning in a Time of Change

Public power leaders are operating in one of the most dynamic periods in electric industry history. Rapid technological advances, shifting policies, and evolving community expectations are reshaping how utilities plan, invest, and deliver value. Get a comprehensive overview of the strategic planning...
June 28, 2026

Understanding Technologies Driving Data Center Demand

The projections for demand from data centers can vary drastically and continue to skyrocket in some areas of the country. Examine what’s driving the dramatic increase in interconnection requests coming from data centers, how much is attributable to the rise in use of artificial intelligence, and...
June 28, 2026

Interpreting Financial Statements for Improved Decision Making

Strong leadership — whether at the board, executive, or operational level — requires more than reviewing financial reports. It requires the ability to interpret what the numbers reveal about organizational health, strategic risk, and long term sustainability. Whether you’re a board member, CEO...
June 28, 2026