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Powering Tomorrow's Energy Demands in a Data-Driven World.

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As the U.S. power sector braces for a projected demand surge of nearly 40% by 2050, largely driven by electrification and digitalization, energy systems are under unprecedented pressure to adapt. In Texas—the nation’s largest energy producer and consumer—the stakes are even higher. The power sector is managing rapid growth in data centers, electric vehicles, and industrial electrification, all while maintaining affordability and resilience in a growing demand era.

This IEEE PES Day 2025 panel brings together thought leaders and innovators from across industry and research to examine how we can meet rising power demands with intelligence, sustainability, and equity. With speakers from Maverick Power LLC, GE Grid Solutions, Oncor, and Würth Elektronik, the session will explore:

The role of smart grid technologies and advanced protection systems in ensuring grid flexibility
Innovations in power management, control electronics, and utility planning
Texas’ position as an energy hub navigating a data-driven, resilient future
How engineers, policy leaders, and students can prepare for the future of electrification

Attendees will gain real-world insights from leaders in power systems, electric grid modernization, and energy tech innovation. This session also highlights how IEEE members are actively shaping the future of efficient, reliable, and transformative energy across Texas and the globe.