Madeline Vandevender

Madeline Vandevender’s Session(s):

2:35 pm–3:20 pm | Wed, March 18, 2026

Working With Utilities: How to Navigate Interconnection, Infrastructure Upgrades, & Flexible Service Connections

As the demand for electrification accelerates, effective collaboration with utilities is becoming one of the most critical—and complex—elements of project success. From EV charging deployments to large-scale electrification and distributed energy projects, understanding how to navigate interconnection processes, infrastructure upgrades, and flexible service options is essential to keeping projects on time and on budget.

In this session, experts from Energy Source, GPRS, and PG&E will share insights from across the value chain on how to plan, coordinate, and execute projects that rely on robust utility engagement. Attendees will learn:

• How to approach utility interconnection early in project planning
  
• Strategies to manage infrastructure constraints and anticipate upgrade needs
  
• Best practices for data collection, site assessment, and risk mitigation
  
• Opportunities for flexible service connections and innovative utility programs
  

Join this session to gain a deeper understanding of the utility perspective, streamline your project timelines, and prevent costly delays through proactive collaboration and effective communication.