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Event overview
Overview
The IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition will take place from 19-22 April 2027 at the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
This premier event will gather experts and innovators to discuss the latest advancements in energy management and grid technologies. Attendees will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by the evolving energy landscape.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: April 2027 at the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, United States (confirm exact start and end dates, plus any pre-conference tutorial days, on pes-gridedge.org).
- 2Sector Focus: Grid-edge engineering for a changing power system - distributed energy resources and DERMS/ADMS control, inverter-based resource behaviour, storage and virtual power plant integration, data-center load growth, and T&D planning
- 3Programme Shape: IEEE Power & Energy Society technical paper sessions and panels on distribution-level control, protection and planning, with sponsor and technology showcase activity listed on the official site.
- 4Audience: Utility planning, protection and operations engineers; DER and storage developers; data-center and hyperscale energy teams; university and national-lab researchers; regulators, RTO/ISO analysts and interconnection consultants.
- 5Registration: Tiered rates for IEEE members and non-members, with student and Life Member discounts. Non-member registration is the highest tier in the captured price list, so an IEEE PES membership can offset part of the difference.
Why visit
Attendees will learn from global experts about the latest technologies and methodologies driving grid transformation. Dates and Venue: IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition runs 19-22 April 2027 at Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, Utah. Buyer Authority: Attendees include utility executives, energy innovators, and technology providers.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the IEEE PES Grid Edge allows companies to showcase solutions that accelerate interconnection and meet the demands of the evolving energy landscape. This event offers direct access to decision-makers seeking innovative technologies and partnerships. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Energy management solution providers, Technology developers for grid integration, Consultants specializing in energy efficiency. Position your offer across distributed.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Utility T&D planning, protection and operations engineers working on distribution automation and DER integration
Grid-edge software architects building DERMS, ADMS and VPP control platforms
Data-center and hyperscale energy teams managing interconnection requests and on-site generation
DER aggregators, storage developers and virtual power plant operators
Inverter, sensor, relay and grid analytics vendors' engineering leads
Regulators, public utility commissioners and RTO/ISO market analysts
University and national laboratory power systems researchers presenting papers
EPCs and interconnection consultants scoping studies for utility-scale and distributed projects
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Energy management solution providers
Technology developers for grid integration
Consultants specializing in energy efficiency
Utilities looking for innovative partnerships
Data center operators
Smart grid technology firms
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Distributed energy resources (DER) technologies
Grid management software and solutions
Energy storage systems
Smart grid infrastructure
Electric vehicle charging solutions
AI and data analytics for energy management
Location & Facilities
Venue
Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center
100 S W Temple St, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84101
Facilities
Parking
Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
IEEE PES Member
710IEEE Member
820Non-Member
1065IEEE Life Member
130IEEE Undergraduate Student Member
130IEEE Graduate Student Member
330
Who runs the show
Organisers
IEEE Power & Energy Society
IEEE Conference Experience & Event Management
NTP Events
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Salt Lake City, United States
Why it matters
Attending IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition on 2027-04-19 to 2027-04-22 in Salt Lake City lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Salt Lake City International Airport
Primary gateway and a Delta hub with nonstop service from most large US cities plus a limited number of international routes. The UTA TRAX Green Line connects the airport directly to downtown in roughly 30 minutes. Confirm current airline schedules before booking
TBA
to venue
15-20 minutes to the Salt Palace in normal traffic
by car
Provo Municipal Airport
Secondary airport served by a small number of low-cost carriers. Only worth considering if the fare saving clearly outweighs the extra transfer time and cost
TBA
to venue
50-60 minutes by car depending on traffic on I-15
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
upscale
0.1 mi from the Salt Palace Convention Center4-star hotel a short walk from the hall; breakfast and parking are chargeable, Wi-Fi and fitness center included, plus bar and restaurant. Nightly band is an approximation for the April event week, not a published organiser rate.
Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
upscale
0.1 mi from the Salt Palace Convention Center, connected to City Creek CenterFull-service 4-star with restaurant, room service and fitness center; breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking are chargeable. Closest captured option to downtown dining and shopping, and the highest of the three on rate. Approximate band, confirm live availability.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
TRAX light rail - Green Line
Estimated costApprox. USD 2.50 one-way per person
Best forSalt Lake City International Airport station to Downtown City Center / Temple Square
Direct airport-to-downtown light rail, roughly 30 minutes, then a 5-10 minute walk to the Salt Palace. Buy a ticket at the platform machine or in the UTA GoRide app before boarding; confirm the last train time for late arrivals.
TRAX light rail - downtown hop
Estimated costFree inside the UTA downtown Free Fare Zone; Approx. USD 2.50 if boarding outside it
Best forCity Center or Temple Square station to the Salt Palace Convention Center
The convention center sits a few blocks from the Main Street TRAX spine. UTA's downtown Free Fare Zone covers short hops between designated stations - confirm the current zone boundaries on the UTA site.
FrontRunner commuter rail
Estimated costApprox. USD 2.50-5.50 one-way depending on origin station
Best forOgden or Provo to Salt Lake Central Station, then TRAX or a short walk to the venue
Useful if you are staying outside the city in Ogden, Layton or Provo. FrontRunner runs to Salt Lake Central; from there it is about 1 mi to the Salt Palace, walkable or one TRAX stop. Confirm weekend and evening timetables.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Estimated costApprox. USD 25-40 one-way, higher during surge
Best forSalt Lake City International Airport to downtown hotels and the Salt Palace
Airport pickups are from the designated rideshare zone; the drive is 15-20 minutes in normal traffic. Expect surge pricing on the opening morning and around evening receptions.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. USD 8-12 for a short downtown hop (metered minimum)
Best forDowntown hotel to the Salt Palace Convention Center
The venue is usually walkable from downtown hotels, so a taxi mainly matters with luggage or in bad weather. Taxis queue at the airport and at major downtown hotels; rideshare is generally easier to hail on the street.
Walk
Estimated costFree
Best forDowntown hotels around the Salt Palace Convention Center
The Radisson and the Marriott at City Creek are listed about 0.1 mi from the convention center; the downtown core is flat and grid-planned, so most stays within a 15-minute walk. Sidewalks are clear but April mornings can be icy.
Car parking
Estimated costApprox. USD 15-25 per day; confirm the event-day rate on arrival
Best forSalt Palace Convention Center garage and nearby downtown garages
The convention center has an attached garage, with metered street parking and private garages within a few blocks. Compare the hotel's overnight parking charge with day rates at the hall before deciding to drive in.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from SLC to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forSalt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center
15-20 minutes to the Salt Palace in normal traffic; Primary gateway and a Delta hub with nonstop service from most large US cities plus a limited number of international routes. The UTA TRAX Green Line connects the airport directly to downtown in roughly 30 minutes. Confirm curre
Weather
Salt Lake City in April is spring shoulder season: daytime highs typically 16-20 C (60-68 F), overnight lows 3-7 C (37-45 F), with occasional warm spells into the mid 20s C and late-season snow possible in early April. April is one of the wetter months of the year and valley rain can turn to snow in the surrounding mountains within an hour, so pack layers and a light waterproof jacket. The city sits at roughly 1,300 m (4,300 ft) elevation, which is noticeable on the first day - drink more water than usual. Conditions are approximate climatological bands, so check a local forecast in the week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
US networks (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) cover downtown Salt Lake City well, including 5G in the core. Visitors from outside the United States should set up an eSIM or roaming plan before departure rather than relying on airport SIM kiosks. Power is 120 V at 60 Hz with Type A/B plugs, so European, UK and Australian devices need an adapter and a voltage check. Convention-center Wi-Fi is normally provided; confirm the network name and any password at registration, and bring a mobile hotspot if you plan to run live DERMS or inverter demos on the show floor.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Business casual dominates IEEE PES technical conferences - collared shirts and trousers, with jackets optional. April mornings in Salt Lake City are cold, so a removable layer is more practical than formal wear.
Tipping
US service norms apply: 18-20 percent at sit-down restaurants, roughly USD 2-3 per bag for hotel bell staff, and a small daily amount for housekeeping. Taxi and rideshare apps prompt for a tip in the app.
Alcohol and dining rules
Utah licenses alcohol service strictly: bars and restaurants use measured pours, and full-service restaurants generally require food to be ordered alongside drinks. Downtown Salt Lake City has a growing restaurant and brewery scene within walking distance of the convention center.
Altitude and hydration
Salt Lake City sits at roughly 1,300 m (4,300 ft). Most visitors notice only mild breathlessness on stairs for the first day or two, but drink more water than usual, moderate alcohol intake on arrival, and use sunscreen - spring sun at this altitude is stronger than it feels.
Outdoor access
The Wasatch Range is within 30 minutes of downtown. If you add a rest day, Big Cottonwood and Little Cottonwood canyons are the closest mountain access; Emigration Canyon is a shorter drive from the university side of the city.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: SLC
Book into Salt Lake City International (SLC), which has nonstop service from most large US cities and a limited number of international gateways; many long-haul itineraries connect through a US hub such as Denver, Chicago or Los Angeles. April is shoulder season, so fares are usually best 6-10 weeks out, and prices climb sharply inside three weeks. If you are flying in from Europe or Asia, add a buffer day before your first session to absorb a missed connection, and check whether your hotel offers an early check-in so you can register on arrival day.
Visa
Business visitors to the United States typically need a B-1 temporary business visitor visa unless they qualify for the Visa Waiver Program; confirm your nationality's eligibility on the U.S. Department of State pages before booking travel.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Official references captured for this mission include the U.S. Department of State business visa page and the USCIS B-1 temporary business visitor page. Processing time and government fee were not visible in the captures, so confirm current timelines and fees on the official pages before applying.
OfficialTransport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): 15-20 minutes to the Salt Palace in normal traffic; Provo Municipal Airport (PVU): 50-60 minutes by car depending on traffic on I-15. Allow road or rail time to Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center: 0.1 mi from the Salt Palace Convention Center: Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown; 0.1 mi from the Salt Palace Convention Center, connected to City Creek Center: Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft both operate across Salt Lake City, including the airport's designated rideshare pickup zone in the terminal garage. Downtown hops of under a mile are often faster on foot than waiting for a car, so use ride-hail mainly for the airport transfer, outlying hotels or bad weather. Expect surge pricing on the opening morning of the conference and after evening receptions; scheduling a pickup in advance is worth it for early flights out.
Public transit: The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) runs TRAX light rail, FrontRunner commuter rail and a downtown bus network. The Green Line links Salt Lake City International Airport directly with downtown; Blue and Green lines run along Main Street a few blocks from the Salt Palace, and FrontRunner connects Ogden and Provo to Salt Lake Central. A single-ride fare is approximately USD 2.50, with day and multi-day passes available in the UTA GoRide app, and UTA's downtown Free Fare Zone covers short hops between designated stations. Confirm current fares, zone boundaries and service hours on the UTA website before travel.
Parking: The Salt Palace Convention Center has an attached parking garage operated by Salt Lake County, with additional private garages and metered street parking within a few blocks of the hall. Event-day rates are set by the operator and change year to year, so treat any figure as approximate and check the posted rate on arrival rather than budgeting a fixed number. Hotel guests should compare the hotel's overnight parking charge with day rates at the convention center; for a downtown stay the car is often unnecessary given TRAX and walkable distances.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April 2027 (spring shoulder season in northern Utah)
Temperature: Daytime highs typically 16-20 C (60-68 F), overnight lows 3-7 C (37-45 F); warm spells can reach the mid 20s C (mid 70s F) and early April can still bring snow in the valley. Approximate climatological bands - check a local forecast in the week before travel.
Seasonality: April is one of Salt Lake City's wetter months, with roughly 8-10 days of rain or snow spread across the month and fast-moving spring showers that often clear within hours. Mountain snow can persist into April above the valley floor, and a warm week can push cherry and fruit blossoms out along the Wasatch Front. Plan indoor backup options for evening events.
Packing: Pack layers rather than one heavy coat: a base layer, a light sweater and a waterproof shell cover a 20-degree day swing. Bring comfortable walking shoes for the flat downtown grid, a refillable water bottle for the altitude, high-factor sunscreen for bright spring afternoons, and a Type A/B plug adapter plus a voltage check for non-US devices. Business casual clothing is right for the technical sessions, with one smarter outfit if you have evening sponsor meetings.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Day -14: Confirm your registration tier (IEEE PES member, IEEE member, student or non-member) and check whether joining PES lowers your total cost versus the non-member rate.
T-2
Day -13: Book the flight into SLC and, if you are arriving the morning of day one, add a buffer day for connections or spring weather delays.
T-3
Day -11: Reserve a downtown hotel within walking distance of the Salt Palace - the Holiday Inn Express, Radisson or Marriott at City Creek are the closest captured options.
T-4
Day -10: Check ESTA or B-1 visa status and keep the confirmation with your passport rather than in checked luggage.
T-5
Day -9: Download the UTA GoRide app and map the TRAX Green Line route from the airport to your hotel.
T-6
Day -7: Build a session shortlist from the programme on pes-gridedge.org, separating paper sessions from panels and any tutorial days.
T-7
Day -5: Arrange an eSIM or roaming plan and a Type A/B plug adapter for 120 V US outlets.
T-8
Day -4: Pack layers, a light rain jacket and comfortable shoes; April swings from near-freezing mornings to mild afternoons.
T-9
Day -2: Check in online, download boarding passes and confirm your hotel's cancellation window and check-in time.
T-10
Day -1: Pick up your badge early if the registration desk opens the evening before; otherwise arrive 30-45 minutes before the first session to clear the queue.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition registration concourse
Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$230.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$380.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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USD 710 / per person
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USD 820 / per person
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USD 1065 / per person
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USD 130 / per person
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | IEEE PES Member | USD 710 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | IEEE Member | USD 820 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Non-Member | USD 1065 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | IEEE Life Member | USD 130 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | IEEE Undergraduate Student Member | USD 130 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | IEEE Graduate Student Member | USD 330 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is IEEE PES Grid Edge?
It is an IEEE Power & Energy Society conference focused on the technical and market side of the distribution-grid edge: distributed energy resources, DERMS and ADMS control, inverter-based resources, storage and virtual power plants, interconnection practice, and the load growth coming from data centers. The 2027 edition is scheduled for April 2027 in Salt Lake City.
When and where is the 2027 edition held?
April 2027 at the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center, 100 S West Temple in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. Confirm the exact start and end dates, and whether tutorial or workshop days run before the main programme, on pes-gridedge.org before you book flights.
Who should attend IEEE PES Grid Edge?
Distribution planning, protection and operations engineers; DERMS, ADMS and VPP software teams; storage and DER developers; data-center energy and interconnection leads; regulators and RTO/ISO analysts; and power systems researchers. If your work involves what happens on the feeder rather than on the transmission backbone, this is the relevant audience.
Do I need to be an IEEE or PES member to register?
No. Non-members can register at the non-member rate. In the captured price list, non-member registration is USD 1,065 against USD 710 for IEEE PES members, so joining PES for the year is often cheaper than paying the difference - check current membership dues and the live registration page before deciding.
What does registration cost?
Captured tiers are USD 710 for IEEE PES members, USD 820 for IEEE members, USD 1,065 for non-members, USD 130 for IEEE Life Members, USD 130 for IEEE undergraduate student members and USD 330 for IEEE graduate student members. These are per-person conference registrations; confirm the live rates, any early-bird window and what is included (papers, meals, tutorials) on pes-gridedge.org.
Is there an exhibition or sponsor showcase alongside the papers?
The official site at pes-gridedge.org is the authoritative place to check which sponsors and technology showcases are confirmed for the 2027 edition. Review that listing before you schedule supplier meetings, since the composition of the showcase changes year to year.
How do I get from Salt Lake City International Airport to the convention center?
Take the UTA TRAX Green Line from the airport station to downtown (City Center or Temple Square area), roughly 30 minutes for an approximate USD 2.50 one-way fare, then walk 5-10 minutes to the Salt Palace. Rideshare or taxi from the airport takes 15-20 minutes in normal traffic and costs roughly USD 25-40. Confirm the last train time if you land late.
Where should I stay near the Salt Palace?
The closest captured options are the Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown (3-star, free breakfast and Wi-Fi), the Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown and the Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek, the latter two listed about 0.1 mi from the convention center. All three are walkable to the hall, which matters in April when morning temperatures can be near freezing.
What will the weather be like in Salt Lake City in April?
Spring shoulder season: daytime highs typically around 16-20 C (60-68 F), overnight lows around 3-7 C (37-45 F), with warm spells into the mid 20s C and occasional late snow. April is one of the wetter months, so plan for a rain jacket and layers rather than a single coat.
Can international attendees get a visa invitation letter?
US conference invitation letters are normally issued by the organiser after registration is paid. Request one through the contact address on pes-gridedge.org and allow several weeks before your embassy or consulate appointment. Carry the letter, your registration confirmation, hotel booking and return ticket to the interview and to the port of entry.
What is the dress code at IEEE PES Grid Edge?
Business casual is the norm for IEEE PES technical conferences - collared shirts, trousers, jackets optional. April mornings in Salt Lake City are cold, so a layer you can remove during sessions is more useful than formal wear.
Glossary
- Grid edge
- The boundary where the bulk transmission system meets distributed assets - rooftop and community solar, batteries, EV chargers, flexible building loads and the controls that aggregate them. Most of the technical sessions at IEEE PES Grid Edge sit on this boundary.
- Distributed energy resource (DER)
- Any generation or flexible load connected at distribution voltage, from residential solar-plus-storage to utility-owned feeder batteries. DER volume is what turns hosting capacity and protection studies into conference topics.
- DERMS
- Distributed Energy Resource Management System - software that aggregates, dispatches and monitors many small DERs as one controllable fleet. Vendor and utility sessions compare DERMS architectures and their interfaces to market dispatch.
- ADMS
- Advanced Distribution Management System - the utility control platform that combines SCADA, outage management and distribution power flow. Grid-edge work depends on ADMS being able to see and command DERs on the feeder.
- Inverter-based resource (IBR)
- Generation connected through a power electronic inverter rather than a synchronous machine - solar, storage and most modern wind. IBR behaviour during faults, and grid-forming control, is a recurring theme at this conference.
- Grid-forming inverter
- An inverter control strategy that establishes voltage and frequency reference instead of following the grid, used to keep stability as synchronous generation retires. Relevant to the storage and microgrid papers on the programme.
- Virtual power plant (VPP)
- A portfolio of customer-sited or small DERs coordinated to bid capacity, energy or ancillary services into wholesale markets. VPP market rules and measurement and verification are standard IEEE PES Grid Edge discussion points.
- Hosting capacity
- The amount of DER a feeder can accommodate before voltage, thermal or protection limits are breached. Utility planners use hosting-capacity analysis to prioritise feeders for upgrade or for flexible interconnection.
- Flexible interconnection
- An interconnection agreement that lets a generator or load connect faster under operating limits, with curtailment or control obligations instead of waiting for network reinforcement. This is the practical answer to long queue times discussed in planning sessions.
- Interconnection queue
- The backlog of generation and storage projects awaiting transmission or distribution study and approval. Data-center load growth has lengthened queues, which is why load interconnection and co-location appear in grid-edge programmes.
- FLISR
- Fault Location, Isolation and Service Restoration - distribution automation that reroutes power around a fault in seconds. It relies on the same sensor and communications base that DERMS and ADMS deployments build.
- Non-wires alternative (NWA)
- Meeting a capacity need with DER, storage or efficiency rather than new wire and transformer capacity. NWAs sit at the centre of the regulatory and utility planning sessions at this conference.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition 2027
- IEEE PES Grid Edge 2027
- IEEE PES Grid Edge Salt Lake City 2027
- Technologies Conference 2027
- Technologies Conference Salt Lake City 2027
- Exposition Salt Lake City 2027
- IEEE 2027
- IEEE Salt Lake City 2027
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