Among energy generation methods, electrical energy is in decline, with consumers beginning to favor more energy efficient and "green" methods like solar and wind power. In fact, recent Parks Associates research indicates that 60% of US households interested in purchasing a renewable power generator plan to purchase solar panels, the most popular option among renewable-energy power generators.

How will this increased adoption affect the traditional business models so many utilities use? In the final Smart Energy Summit session on February 19, representatives from Pecan Street Project, SDGE, Schneider Electric, Tendril, and the U.S. Department of Energy will focus on how utilities will need to adapt to the external forces on energy business models.

Speakers include:

Brent Hodges, Senior Vice President of the Retail Unit at Tendril

With a long history in the retail energy business, Brent is responsible for successful sales and delivery of the solutions Tendril develops for retail energy service providers as well for retail product and service providers.

Dave Hyland, Manager of Business Development at Schneider Electric

With over 21 years of experience in the energy business, Mr. Hyland is viewed as industry expert in Demand Response for both residential and C&I Smart Grid and Smart Grid strategies and is a frequent speaker at energy conferences.

Brewster McCracken, President & CEO of Pecan Street Project, Inc.

In 2013, Smart Grid Today named Brewster McCracken one of the nation’s “50 Smart Grid Pioneers,” and GreenBiz.com named him to its VERGE 25 list of 25 U.S. smart grid leaders.

Ted Reguly, Director of San Diego Gas and Electric

Ted Reguly is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation and integration of comprehensive customer offerings related to Energy Efficiency, Demand Response and Customer Assistance.

Ken Wacks, Management and Engineering Consultant for Gridwise Architecture Council of the U.S. Department of Energy

Dr. Wacks has been a pioneer in establishing the home systems industry and a management advisor to 150 clients worldwide. His business spans home and building systems, utility customer services, and digital entertainment networks (including HDTV and IPTV).

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