House Grid Innovation Caucus, industry groups host Grid Innovation Expo

Published on May 21, 2019 by Kevin Randolph


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The U.S. House Grid Innovation Caucus, Edison Electric Institute (EEI), GridWise Alliance and National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) are hosting today the second Grid Innovation Expo on Capitol Hill.

Companies at the event are showcasing how they are deploying smarter energy infrastructure. They will showcase a range of technologies related to electric vehicles, distributed energy management, cybersecurity, advanced metering, storm hardening, and other areas.

“Leading manufacturers and electric companies from across the U.S. will be showcasing the latest innovative technologies and projects that are making our electric infrastructure smarter, more reliable, resilient, flexible, and secure,” an announcement from U.S. House Grid Innovation Caucus Co-Chairs Reps. Bob Latta (R-OH) and Jerry McNerney (D-CA) said.

The event features exhibits from ABB, CenterPoint Energy, Duke Energy, Eaton, Hitachi, Itron, Landis+Gyr, Qubitekk, National Grid, Pepco, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative, Siemens and Southern California Edison.