Grid Knowledge is a podcast series featuring candid conversations with the people working on the electric grid every day - sharing real-world insights on the technologies, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of power.
PG&E Revolutionizing Utility Training with AR and VR & the Future Urban Substations in San Francisco
It takes a year to bring an experienced journeyman up to speed on PG&E substation methods. Shawn Adderly says AR and VR can shorten that path while improving safety and reliability.
In this Grid Knowledge podcast episode, host Ben Lanz sits down with Shawn Adderly, Director of Substation Operations for the San Francisco Bay Area at Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E). The conversation was recorded around PG&E urban operations and focuses on field training, urban substation constraints and next generation switchgear.
As electrification and data center load growth return, urban utilities face three pressures at once: limited land to expand, SF6 phaseouts that change GIS footprints, and a new workforce that learns digitally. This episode shows how PG&E is piloting practical fixes now.
13 Jul 2026
Challenges Integrating 80% Renewable Energy at PNM
In this episode, Carol Griego from Public Service New Mexico shares insights into the complexities of integrating high levels of renewable energy into the grid, including advanced metering, control systems, and future challenges.
18 May 2026
From Nigeria to North American Power Industry Leader: Urenna Onyewuchi's Journey
In this insightful interview, Urenna Onyewuchi, Ph.D., shares her journey from Nigeria to leading innovations in power quality and grid resilience. Discover her expertise in power systems, the future of grid technology, and her work with IEEE on advancing energy access and reliability.
Check out the hackathon: anneru.com/hackathon (https://www.anneru.com/hackathon/)
15 May 2026
Next generation AMI: Current Challenges and a Vision for the Future
In this insightful interview, Darren Tillman shares his journey in the utility industry, focusing on smart meter technology, challenges, and future innovations like AMI 2.0. Discover how utilities are evolving to meet customer needs, improve operational efficiency, and prepare for a smarter energy future.
1 Apr 2026
Innovating Utility Infrastructure with Cassandra Rounds at APS
In this insightful interview, Cassandra Rounds, a senior engineer at Arizona Public Service, shares her extensive experience in underground transmission, standards development, and industry challenges. Discover how APS is innovating with standardized practices, leveraging technology, and fostering a growth mindset to build a resilient and reliable grid for the future.
Tune in for valuable insights from key stakeholders and thought leaders in the field, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments!
30 Jan 2026
Navigating the Future of Distribution Systems: Insights from Steffen Ziegler, Eversource
In this conversation, Ben and Steffen Ziegler discuss the evolving landscape of system planning at Eversource, focusing on the challenges and innovations in managing the electric grid. Steffen shares insights on the importance of reliability, the impact of distributed generation, and the use of probabilistic modeling to forecast future grid conditions. They explore the technological advancements that enable better decision-making and the collaboration between utilities to address common challenges. The discussion also highlights the role of IT in integrating new tools and the importance of mentoring the next generation of engineers in the utility industry.
Tune in for valuable insights from key stakeholders and thought leaders in the field, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments!
16 Jan 2026
Navigating Uncertainty: Dr. Elizabeth Cook on the Future of the Power Industry
In this episode of the Grid Knowledge Podcast we sit down with Dr. Elizabeth Cook from the Association of Edison Illuminating Companies (AEIC), an organization with 190+ utility members including IOUs, LPPC, G&T, and Muni and Co-ops. Join us as Dr. Cook shares her journey in the power sector and sheds light on the pressing challenges utilities face today, including decision-making under uncertainty, the impact of extreme weather, and the rise of data centers.
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