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Utilities are empowering broadband deployment across the U.S. Utilities of all kinds are finding ways to connect their communities to the Internet and beyond. This track will feature a broad cross-section of the utility industry and utility vendor partners discussing how they are answering the call to bridge the Digital Divide, preparing for network disruptions, and the uses of your Broadband Instructure beyond High-Speed Internet. We look forward to you joining us for informative and lively sessions in the utility broadband arena.

 

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Fiber communications systems are literally the backbone of utility communication infrastructure. These support critical internal traffic as well as providing a means to offer broadband to underserved communities. This track focuses on lessons learned and practical information needed for utilities considering fiber deployment.

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This year’s Private Long-Term Evolution (PLTE) track will focus on technology and applications employed by utilities for their privately-owned cellular networks. These networks are critical in enabling the energy transformation occurring within the power system along with supporting other utility operational needs. Come explore this expansive track as various PLTE topics are discussed ranging from spectrum, deployment challenges, operation & maintenance, the Evolved Packet Core (EPC), and much more! Bring your tough questions as presenters for these sessions include industry subject matter experts whose insight can help guide you on your PLTE journey.

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This year's annual conference encompasses a diverse array of insightful security tracks centered around critical infrastructure protection. Attendees can delve into topics such as the significance of IT/OT security, risk management in cybersecurity, and the valuable lessons learned from NERC CIP audits. Additionally, this year’s conference addresses internal network security monitoring and presents strategies for constructing resilient and secure operational networks, incorporating quantum-safe encryption to enhance NERC CIP compliance. The event also underscores the importance of enhancing cyber-physical security in substations, offering practical insights into countering threats in these critical infrastructure components. Altogether, these security tracks provide a comprehensive view of safeguarding vital infrastructure, catering to a wide spectrum of security-related concerns and strategies.

 

UTC is excited in 2024 to add a new track to our educational sessions taking a deep dive into Telecommunication Networks. We have educational tracks on the different transport systems such as fiber, wireless, PLTE, and more. The Telecom Networks track will contain utility presentations on timely content including packet transition to IP, providing OT services across private or public transport, relay protection methods within IP/MPLS transport, and the use of Telecom Simulation labs to test integration of new and legacy systems, system training, and system troubleshooting. Come join us for a simulating and in-depth discussion into utility Telecom Networks.

 

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Infrastructure use developments and joint use for utility pole attachments continue to be an ongoing challenge for utilities. Taking care of utility infrastructure assets remain a challenge for utilities. Disasters, rule changes that impact utility towers, and the increasing growing use of utility infrastructure by non-utility companies affects us all. The technical and logistical changes for utilities are many and complex. This track will look at how utilities can effectively deal with these challenges, changes, and opportunities. We hope you will join us to discuss these key topics in informative and lively educational sessions and share.

 

Utility wireless communications networks are a vital asset for keeping the lights on, and the water and gas flowing. This track will have the latest on industry trends and other essential intelligence that your utility needs to know. The track will include sessions navigating satellite networks for utilities, spectrum availability for utilities, and interference mitigation.

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