Power Pulse

As electricity demand accelerates and new loads arrive faster and at greater scale, utilities are being forced to rethink how the grid is planned and operated. In this episode of Power Pulse, John Glassmire explores why grid expansion is no longer just a hardware challenge, how data, automation, and visibility are becoming essential, and why battery energy storage is reshaping the grid into a digital system. He also reflects on what grid modernization means beyond technology—and why preparing the grid for what comes next is a mission-critical to modern society.

How are utilities putting AI to work today? Milli Comstock shares real-world examples of how artificial intelligence is helping modernize grid operations—from predictive maintenance and asset performance management to knowledge transfer and control room innovation—while highlighting what it takes to scale AI responsibly across the energy sector.

Factories are undergoing a digital transformation, adopting new technologies to improve efficiency, quality, and traceability. For us, this comes to life through the Digital Factory.  

By connecting people, machines, and data, the Digital Factory embeds quality at every step of the production and delivers full lifecycle visibility. This digital backbone helps ensure safety and reliability for all the equipment that powers the grid. 

Markus Heimbach, CEO of High Voltage Products business unit  at Hitachi Energy returns this season to explore the wonders of the Digital Factory, explain why the Digital Passport System is a key enabler, and share how Hitachi Energy stays ahead of the curve. 

Press play to discover why the future of manufacturing is digital. 
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Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are evolving beyond simple energy storage into intelligent assets that optimize renewable integration. In this episode, Alberto Prieto looks at the role of advanced converters, automation, and digital services in improving grid stability, efficiency, and flexibility. By leveraging real-time data and predictive analytics, these smarter systems can manage variability in renewable generation, reduce operational costs, and extend asset life. Combining technology with service expertise is essential for unlocking the full potential of renewable energy and accelerating the transition to a sustainable power system.

Today's data centers are increasingly integrated into the wider energy ecosystem, requiring solutions that can manage operational complexity, flexibility, and evolving grid conditions. We're joined by Ben Frazer, Global Data Center Segment Leader for Grid Automation. He will discuss the urgent deployment of data centers in the midst of the energy transition, as well as how Grid automation is central to meeting these demands, providing real‑time visibility, intelligent control, and utility‑grade reliability across the entire power distribution chain, from grid connection through high, medium, and low voltage systems.