The award acknowledges United Power’s innovative use of advanced technologies and strategic vision in transforming their grid management model.
BRAMPTON, ONTARIO – September 2024.
Survalent, a leading provider of Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) software for utilities, proudly presented the 2024 Industry Leadership Award to United Power, Inc. at the Survalent 2024 Global User Conference held in Orlando, Florida. Each year, Survalent recognizes select utilities with this prestigious award, honoring those that have demonstrated exceptional leadership in adopting innovative technologies and operational processes. These utilities are celebrated for their forward-thinking approaches to enhancing grid reliability, resiliency, and efficiency, while setting new benchmarks for excellence in the industry. United Power, headquartered in Brighton, Colorado, was recognized for its trailblazing leadership in transitioning to a Distribution System Operator (DSO) model, showcasing a forward-thinking approach to energy management that benefits both its members and the broader industry.
United Power has made significant strides in automating the grid, integrating smart technologies, and building a more resilient energy infrastructure. Their forward-looking 10-year working plan, Our Cooperative Roadmap, outlines key initiatives to optimize grid performance and embrace renewable energy sources, all while maintaining the highest levels of reliability and efficiency for their members. Survalent’s ADMS solution has played a pivotal role in this transition, helping United Power improve operational efficiency and enable seamless integration of distributed energy resources into their network.
“It is my great honor to present the 2024 Industry Leadership Award to United Power. Recognized for their pioneering spirit, United Power has demonstrated bold leadership in embracing the future of energy,” said Steve Mueller, CEO of Survalent. “Their commitment to operational innovation and sustainability, particularly through advanced distribution management systems, has set a high standard for the industry.”
The award was accepted by Jan Kulmann, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of United Power. She was joined by key members of the United Power team, including Chris Beatty, Distribution Engineering Manager; Izak Absmeier, System Operations Supervisor; Hannah Hood, Distribution Engineer; and Joe Gregory, System Operator.
The award ceremony was one of the many highlights of the Survalent 2024 Global User Conference, which brought together industry experts, utility professionals, and thought leaders to explore the future of grid management. Attendees participated in a variety of sessions, including hands-on training and product demonstrations designed to empower utilities to optimize operations and deliver more reliable service to their customers.
About Survalent:
Survalent is the most trusted provider of ADMS and DERMS for electric, water/wastewater, oil & gas, renewable energy, and transit utilities across the globe. More than 800 utilities in 40 countries rely on SurvalentONE ADMS and DERMS solutions to operate, monitor, analyze, restore, and optimize operations and better integrate renewable resources into their network. Our SCADA, OMS, and DMS solutions enable utilities to significantly increase reliability & resiliency, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiencies. Our DERMS solution enables utilities to monitor, control, report on, plan and optimize renewable energy assets in the grid. Our comprehensive substation automation solution, StationCentral, delivers real-time control and monitoring to help utilities enhance network performance and protect their investment in mission-critical substations. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and to our customers has been the key to our success for over 60 years.
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