Energy and utilities organizations are navigating a period of unprecedented transformation as AI, grid modernization, decarbonization initiatives and distributed energy ecosystems reshape the future of the industry. Rising demand, aging infrastructure, regulatory pressure and the global transition toward cleaner energy sources are driving utilities and energy providers to accelerate digital transformation efforts while improving resilience, reliability and operational efficiency. This session explores the major trends reshaping the energy and utilities landscape through 2027 and where the next wave of commercial opportunity is emerging for service providers, software companies and platform innovators. Industry leaders will examine how AI, intelligent infrastructure, predictive analytics, smart grids, cloud platforms and connected asset ecosystems are transforming operations across generation, transmission, distribution and customer engagement. Attendees will gain insight into where energy enterprises are prioritizing investments, how platform-enabled utility ecosystems are evolving and where providers can create differentiated value as the industry modernizes critical infrastructure and customer experiences.

Key topics include:

• AI-enabled grid operations and predictive asset management
• Smart grids, distributed energy resources and connected infrastructure
• Decarbonization strategies and sustainability-driven transformation
• Intelligent field operations and workforce modernization
• Customer experience innovation and digital energy platforms
• Cybersecurity, resilience and critical infrastructure protection
• Cloud modernization, data interoperability and operational technology integration
• Designed for technology, software and service provider executives, this session delivers a forward-looking view of the services, platforms and ecosystem strategies expected to define energy and utilities growth over the next several years.