Are utilities industry contractors ready for the impact of tariffs and electric grid modernization?
In this episode, Nikki Chandler (Group Editorial Director at Endeavor Business Media) joins Neil Peterson to talk about the modernization of the U.S. electric grid, contractor challenges, and the evolving utility market.
Topics we cover:
01:15 – What does the Energy Group cover?
03:38 – The evolution of grid modernization
05:52 – Cybersecurity & grid resiliency
07:28 – Is nuclear power making a comeback?
09:30 – Tariffs: Costs, disruptions & project delays
11:39 – The future of power poles: Wood vs. composite
16:57 – Inspiring the next generation of utility workers
20:42 – Final stats from IEEE PES
Links from the Show:
Endeavor Business Media – Energy Group: https://www.endeavorbusinessmedia.com/brands/energy
T&D World: https://www.tdworld.com/
Microgrid Knowledge: https://www.microgridknowledge.com/
EnergyTech: https://www.energytech.com/
Nikki Chandler | LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-chandler-2aa5a012/
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