Posts Tagged ‘Grid Modernization’
How Important is Private LTE to Modernizing the Rural Grid?
Private LTE networks are transforming how rural utilities modernize their grids—but how can small utilities harness this technology to overcome their unique challenges? In this episode of Power Perspectives, Joe Walsh, VP of Smart Grid Communications Networks at NRTC, explores the critical role of private LTE in enhancing grid resilience, security, and scalability. Sponsored by Anterix,…
Read MoreEvergy and Anterix Discuss Fortifying The Digital Grid & Delivering on Customer Priorities
On October 28, 2024 IEI hosted an executive dialogue featuring Evergy Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Charles King and Anterix Chief Technology and Engineering Officer Carlos L’Abbate. The discussion focused on how Evergy is leveraging private LTE broadband spectrum from Anterix to enhance grid reliability and resiliency and building a foundational platform to…
Read MoreNokia Blog: Pioneering 5G for utilities: Band 106 standardization in North America
The utility industry conducts mission-critical work around the clock, requiring advanced and future-proof network connections. These connections enable essential functions such as access to emergency services, remote monitoring and control of infrastructure, including power lines, transformers, and pipelines. The first successful data call using Band 106 (B106) marks a significant step toward addressing the challenges of…
Read MoreETS24: Re-Imagining Grid Architecture with Oncor and Anterix (Fireside Chat)
An in depth conversation on the converging forces (technological, weather, human capital, policy, etc) that are pushing the modern electric grid into the future, and the multi-faced challenges that must be addressed to ensure the U.S. energy system remains one of the most reliable and affordable in the world. Joel S. Austin, Sr. Vice President…
Read MoreSolution Overview: Security
Every utility is diligently striving to safeguard the grid against continuously evolving cyber and physical security threats. Utilities face the challenge of integrating more devices, including existing devices with limited security features, as well as new connected devices—sensors, control systems, smart devices, electric vehicles, and distributed energy resources. The growing device landscape increases utilities’ need…
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