The EmPOWER AI 2025 Conference is set to bring together energy and artificial intelligence leaders in Napa, California, from September 16 to 18, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of the intelligent grid. Hosted by PacifiCorp, the largest grid operator in the western U.S. and a long-time partner of Bidgely, the event will convene over 40 global organizations for a dynamic exchange of ideas on how AI is transforming the energy sector. This year’s conference will spotlight the latest advancements in AI-driven energy intelligence, with a keynote address by Arvind Jain, CEO of Glean, a leader in workplace AI. Jain will share insights on how utilities can effectively navigate the future of AI, focusing on operational transformation, workforce productivity, and strategic innovation. Abhay Gupta, CEO of Bidgely, emphasized the event’s significance: “EmPOWER AI has become the premier stage for unveiling the next wave of AI innovation in energy. Last year, we introduced breakthroughs in generative AI. This year, attendees will experience our newest, powerful AI solution—designed to give utility leaders greater flexibility in deploying AI across their operations.” Key sessions will explore AI-powered energy disaggregation, advanced customer segmentation, next-generation engagement strategies, and intelligent distribution grid planning to support electrification. These discussions will feature contributions from leading utilities including Ameren Illinois, APS, OG&E, SMUD, NV Energy, Avista, and technology partners such as Itron, AWS, Infosys, and others driving innovation across the energy value chain. The conference also marks the culmination of the EmPOWER AI Insights Tour, a series of regional events held in Canada and Europe that brought together over 100 energy professionals. These gatherings focused on breaking down silos between customer needs and grid planning through data-driven strategies, AMI 2.0, and generative AI applications to enhance grid reliability and customer experience. Shawn Grant, Director of Customer Solutions at PacifiCorp, highlighted the value of peer collaboration: “EmPOWER AI offers a rare opportunity for industry leaders to come together, share real-world challenges, and learn from one another’s AI journeys. It’s an open forum that accelerates progress—from the edge of the grid to the heart of transformation.” Sumit Verma, VP of Customer Experience at TAQA Distribution in Abu Dhabi, praised the event’s global reach and practical focus: “One company’s problem can be another’s solution. EmPOWER AI creates a space where diverse perspectives converge to solve common challenges.” With registration now open, the EmPOWER AI 2025 Conference promises to deliver actionable insights, cutting-edge technology demonstrations, and high-level networking for utility executives, data scientists, and AI innovators shaping the future of energy. For more information, visit www.bidgely.com/empower-ai/.