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the Future of Energy and Power Grids by 2050

Session 1: Shifting to a sustainable energy landscape

Advancing Urban Progress: A Collaborative Effort As the world transitions towards a sustainable future, various industries are collaborating to drive urban progress. The energy sector is at the forefront, transitioning to renewable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower. Emerging technologies, such as green hydrogen, energy storage, carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), and microgrids are promising solutions for a clean and reliable energy supply. Beyond energy, the transportation, construction, and manufacturing sectors are also embracing sustainable practices. Electric vehicles, green building materials, and circular economy principles are shaping the future of these industries. By working together, we can create vibrant, resilient, and environmentally friendly cities.
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Session 2: Grid Modernization. Harnessing Storage for a Resilient, Reliable Grid.

Integrating Energy Storage into Existing Grid Infrastructure, operation and costs. Advanced battery chemistries, virtual power plants, and demand-side response programs. Potential role of energy storage in grid resilience against natural disasters.
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Session 3: Investment and Private Capitals: A Path to a Renewable & Sustainable Energy Future.

Private Capital Investment in Renewable Energy, successful project and scaling: discussion will focus on the role of private capital in funding and supporting renewable energy projects, and how these investments can be scaled up to achieve significant impact.

Featured Speakers

Julia souder

Julia is a seasoned energy and environmental leader dedicated to accelerating the clean energy transition. As CEO of the Long Duration Energy Storage Council, she spearheads global efforts to deploy and scale long-duration energy storage solutions. Her expertise spans policy development, market strategy, and coalition building. Previously, she held leadership roles at prominent organizations including NRDC, Clean Line Energy Partners, and the U.S. Department of Energy. Julia's passion for equitable and sustainable energy solutions drives her work to build a cleaner future.

Julia souder

chief executive officer at long duration energy storage

Julia is a seasoned energy and environmental leader dedicated to accelerating the clean energy transition. As CEO of the Long Duration Energy Storage Council, she spearheads global efforts to deploy and scale long-duration energy storage solutions. Her expertise spans policy development, market strategy, and coalition building. Previously, she held leadership roles at prominent organizations including NRDC, Clean Line Energy Partners, and the U.S. Department of Energy. Julia's passion for equitable and sustainable energy solutions drives her work to build a cleaner future.

Jana Gerber

Jana Gerber, President, Microgrid North America, is responsible for growing the commercial microgrid business in North America and supporting customers in their sustainability and resilience journeys. In this role, she oversees go-to-market strategies and delivery for the North America region. Throughout her 20-year career at Schneider Electric she has served as the Principal of Sustainability Consulting and Vice President of Building Segments for the Strategic Customers and Segment organization. Jana supports her team in delivering tailored services to help customers’ electrification efforts to build more resilient and sustainable operations. Jana graduated from Washington State University with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. Jana resides in Dallas, TX with her husband and two children.

Jana Gerber

President, Microgrid North America at Schneider Electric

Jana Gerber, President, Microgrid North America, is responsible for growing the commercial microgrid business in North America and supporting customers in their sustainability and resilience journeys. In this role, she oversees go-to-market strategies and delivery for the North America region. Throughout her 20-year career at Schneider Electric she has served as the Principal of Sustainability Consulting and Vice President of Building Segments for the Strategic Customers and Segment organization. Jana supports her team in delivering tailored services to help customers’ electrification efforts to build more resilient and sustainable operations. Jana graduated from Washington State University with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. Jana resides in Dallas, TX with her husband and two children.

Joan Michelson

Joan Bryna Michelson is an award-winning journalist, executive, and thought leader. She focuses on climate, energy, sustainability, and ESG issues and hosts the Electric Ladies Podcast. She writes extensively on these topics for Forbes and other media outlets. Joan has a particular focus on transportation innovation and has worked with organizations like Chrysler, Deloitte, and American Express. She is a dynamic public speaker and has spoken at various events and conferences worldwide.

Joan Michelson

Forbes Women Contributor - Electric Ladies Podcast

Joan Bryna Michelson is an award-winning journalist, executive, and thought leader. She focuses on climate, energy, sustainability, and ESG issues and hosts the Electric Ladies Podcast. She writes extensively on these topics for Forbes and other media outlets. Joan has a particular focus on transportation innovation and has worked with organizations like Chrysler, Deloitte, and American Express. She is a dynamic public speaker and has spoken at various events and conferences worldwide.

Salima Hebbache Steven

Salima H. Steven holds an agronomy and crop science diploma and is a trilingual event producer, marketer, and communicator with twenty years of experience. Over 50 global events focusing on energy, environment, water, smart cities, and climate change have been organized and produced from small to large in North Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Additionally, Salima has over seven years of experience managing communication for a non-profit association of very large power grid operators (GO15).

Salima Hebbache Steven

Event One Solutiosn International Founder & ICWS Commissioner

Salima H. Steven holds an agronomy and crop science diploma and is a trilingual event producer, marketer, and communicator with twenty years of experience. Over 50 global events focusing on energy, environment, water, smart cities, and climate change have been organized and produced from small to large in North Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Additionally, Salima has over seven years of experience managing communication for a non-profit association of very large power grid operators (GO15).

Emily Sanford Fisher

Emily Sanford Fisher, Executive Vice President, Clean Energy & General Counsel at Edison Electric InstituteEmily Sanford Fisher is the Executive Vice President of Clean Energy and General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for the Edison Electric Institute in Washington, D.C. She oversees clean energy policy engagement, EEI's litigation, and legal affairs. Emily is a former Foreign Service Officer with the U.S. Department of State and has worked at law firms representing electric companies. She has a B.A. in international affairs and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center. Emily is also involved in various organizations and serves on the Advisory Board of CityYearDC.

Emily Sanford Fisher

Chief Strategy Officer at Smart Electric Power Alliance

Emily Sanford Fisher, Executive Vice President, Clean Energy & General Counsel at Edison Electric InstituteEmily Sanford Fisher is the Executive Vice President of Clean Energy and General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for the Edison Electric Institute in Washington, D.C. She oversees clean energy policy engagement, EEI's litigation, and legal affairs. Emily is a former Foreign Service Officer with the U.S. Department of State and has worked at law firms representing electric companies. She has a B.A. in international affairs and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center. Emily is also involved in various organizations and serves on the Advisory Board of CityYearDC.

Tanya Peacock

Tanya Peacock is the managing director of EcoEngineers and an innovative leader specializing in energy transition and climate policy. She has a proven track record in driving sustainable solutions, including renewable energy, hydrogen, and microgrids. She has extensive experience in policy development and advocacy, with strong relationships in government and industry.

Tanya Peacock

managing director at EcoEngineers

Tanya Peacock is the managing director of EcoEngineers and an innovative leader specializing in energy transition and climate policy. She has a proven track record in driving sustainable solutions, including renewable energy, hydrogen, and microgrids. She has extensive experience in policy development and advocacy, with strong relationships in government and industry.

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