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3rd Discussion Energy & Grid Transition by 2050 – NA Chapter

ICWS North American Chapter
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10-minute Q&A with Phillip Harris
Electricity Expert & CEO.
Experienced energy executive with a strong record of strategic leadership and operational achievements. Known for driving institutional innovation and organizational growth in the evolving energy sector. A nationally and internationally recognized expert in power markets, grid operations, smart grid, and renewables. As the former leader of PJM, he shaped it into the world's largest competitive wholesale electricity market. Now a global consultant and speaker, he continues to influence the energy landscape.

SEGEMENT 1

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.

SEGEMENT 2

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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.

SEGEMENT 3

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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

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 Host

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.

Ruben Llanas, a seasoned Clean Technology Executive, is the CEO of Digital Grid at Schneider Electric and President of the North American Power & Grid Segment. Since joining Schneider Electric in 2010, Ruben has been instrumental in advancing their sustainability mission through strategic roles in M&A, strategy, sales, and operations. His leadership drives global software businesses, empowering utilities with innovative grid modernization solutions for safe, reliable, sustainable, and flexible power. With a prior foundation in M&A and capital markets from Deutsche Bank Securities, Ruben is passionate about building businesses, developing talent, and fostering innovation and diverse teams within the clean technology sector.

Ruben Llanas

CEO of Digital Grid at Schneider Electric

Ruben Llanas, a seasoned Clean Technology Executive, is the CEO of Digital Grid at Schneider Electric and President of the North American Power & Grid Segment. Since joining Schneider Electric in 2010, Ruben has been instrumental in advancing their sustainability mission through strategic roles in M&A, strategy, sales, and operations. His leadership drives global software businesses, empowering utilities with innovative grid modernization solutions for safe, reliable, sustainable, and flexible power. With a prior foundation in M&A and capital markets from Deutsche Bank Securities, Ruben is passionate about building businesses, developing talent, and fostering innovation and diverse teams within the clean technology sector.

Dr. Karen Wayland, a national energy and environmental policy expert, leads kW Energy Strategies, consulting on grid modernization, coalition building, and communications for clean energy entities. During the Obama Administration, she built a team at the DOE, contributed to the Quadrennial Energy Review, and authored its grid modernization chapter. She also advised Speaker Pelosi and Senator Reid on key energy and climate legislation. Currently, Dr. Wayland serves on DOE’s Electricity Advisory Committee, chairing the Smart Grid subcommittee, and holds board positions at the Energy Futures Initiative Foundation, Keystone Policy Center, and the Center for Sustainable Energy.

karen wayland

CEO of Gridwise alliance

Dr. Karen Wayland, a national energy and environmental policy expert, leads kW Energy Strategies, consulting on grid modernization, coalition building, and communications for clean energy entities. During the Obama Administration, she built a team at the DOE, contributed to the Quadrennial Energy Review, and authored its grid modernization chapter. She also advised Speaker Pelosi and Senator Reid on key energy and climate legislation. Currently, Dr. Wayland serves on DOE’s Electricity Advisory Committee, chairing the Smart Grid subcommittee, and holds board positions at the Energy Futures Initiative Foundation, Keystone Policy Center, and the Center for Sustainable Energy.

Alain P. Steven, Founder & CEO of Energy One Solutions International, is an international expert with over 55 years of experience in the power industry. Former CTO of PJM and CEO/Secretary of GO15, he holds 7 patents in advanced demand response. His focus is on accelerating grid decarbonization through innovative technologies and solutions.

Alain p. steven

Founder & CEO of energy one solutions international

Alain P. Steven, Founder & CEO of Energy One Solutions International, is an international expert with over 55 years of experience in the power industry. Former CTO of PJM and CEO/Secretary of GO15, he holds 7 patents in advanced demand response. His focus is on accelerating grid decarbonization through innovative technologies and solutions.

Tanya Peacock, Managing Director of Hydrogen at EcoEngineers, is an innovative energy leader with deep expertise in climate policy, renewables, hydrogen, and carbon markets. Her proven management abilities and extensive industry experience complement her strong understanding of energy regulation and environmental policy.

Tanya Peacock

Managing Director, Hydrogen, EcoEngineers

Tanya Peacock, Managing Director of Hydrogen at EcoEngineers, is an innovative energy leader with deep expertise in climate policy, renewables, hydrogen, and carbon markets. Her proven management abilities and extensive industry experience complement her strong understanding of energy regulation and environmental policy.

Scott, President and Co-Founder of Enerlogics, has 20+ years in technology and energy project development, including solar and storage. His diverse background spans automation to energy trading. He leads Enerlogics in providing intelligent distributed generation solutions for various clients, building on his experience in energy efficiency and demand response programs.

Scott Ameduri

president at Enerlogics Network

Scott, President and Co-Founder of Enerlogics, has 20+ years in technology and energy project development, including solar and storage. His diverse background spans automation to energy trading. He leads Enerlogics in providing intelligent distributed generation solutions for various clients, building on his experience in energy efficiency and demand response programs.

ICWS Host

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).

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