The Intersection

The Intersection
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The utility industry is in the midst of profound change. New technologies are empowering cleaner, more efficient energy resources and a stronger grid. Communications systems are the key to this evolving industry. UTC sits at the intersection where the energy and tech communities come together. Listen in as we discuss the latest trends, business opportunities, policies, and related issues like diversity and workforce development. Meet us at the Intersection!
https://utc.org/podcast/
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The podcast covers significant topics like the evolution of utility telecommunications, trends in energy technologies, and challenges faced by the industry, with episodes such as discussions on the impacts of federal telecommunications policy, workforce development, and upcoming innovations in utility infrastructure like private 5G networks.

The utility industry is in the midst of profound change. New technologies are empowering cleaner, more efficient energy resources and a stronger grid. Communications systems are the key to this evolving industry. UTC sits at the intersection where the energy and tech communities come together. Listen in as we discuss the latest trends, business opportunities, policies, and related issues like diversity and workforce development. Meet us at the Intersection!
https://utc.org/podcast/
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a buzzword; it’s becoming a cornerstone of transformation in the utility sector. In Episode 32 of The Intersection, UTC President and CEO Rusty Williams sits down with Ernest Wohnig, Executive Director and Board Chair of the Minerva Institute, to discuss how AI is transforming the utilities sector.
From practical applications to ethical considerations and industry risks, Ernest shares insight drawn from his deep experience across defense, energy, and IT sectors. This episode dives into what AI is (and isn’t), how utilities can strategically adopt it, and what the future may hold for our critical infrastructure.
Special Guest: Ernest Wohnig.
Sponsored By:
- Anterix: To better serve their communities and to deliver the benefits of a clean energy future, electric utilities are transforming, making the grid smart by harnessing the power of data. To make this happen, utilities must have secure private utility-grade broadband connectivity to carry and protect their critical data and interests. Anterix provides the private wireless broadband platform that enables grid modernization, advancing utilities both individually and collectively, as they realize the scale benefits of a nationwide ecosystem of utility communication networks.
To learn more, visit Anterix.com - Belden: So much in modern business—and life—depends on the flow of information. As that flow grows in speed and sophistication, new challenges come into focus. From lost signals and security breaches to disparate networks and scattered data. Beyond these missed connections lie untapped opportunities. And Belden is the bridge between them. We connect people, information and ideas to bring clarity to the chaos and unlock untold possibilities.
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