This session is part of SEPA's Bridging Innovation Series: Accelerating Grid Solutions through Utility-Industry Partnerships at DISTRIBUTECH 2026.

Building on the success of previous SEPA-led workshops, the session will feature roundtable introductions, technology company and utility co-presentations, speaker Q&A, and facilitated roundtable discussions. The workshop will focus on barriers, keys to success, case studies, and lessons learned. The format is designed to be highly engaging and interactive, encouraging collaboration and networking between technology companies and utilities. Report-out from SEPA’s DTECH 2025 workshop: https://sepapower.org/resource/bridging-innovation-series-scaling-resilience/

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. PST

Location: San Diego Convention Center