172 - AI Transformation in the Utilities : Deepdive with Jess Melanson of Utilidata

Insider's Guide to Energy

In this engaging episode of the Energy Insiders Podcast, host Chris Sass joins forces with industry experts Jeff McAulay and Jess Melanson for a deep dive into the transformative role of AI in the energy sector. Jess Melanson, President and COO of Utilidata, outlines how their AI solutions are accelerating the evolution of utilities, enhancing grid operations, and facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources. Jeff McAulay, from Energetic Capital, discusses the financing side of technology deployment in energy, emphasizing the critical advances in distributed generation. Together, they explore the future of energy technology, the impact of federal funding on innovation, and the security implications of AI in utility management. This episode offers a comprehensive look at how AI is reshaping the landscape of energy utilities, promising a smarter, more efficient future.

Chapters

1. 172 - AI Transformation in the Utilities : Deepdive with Jess Melanson of Utilidata (00:00:00)

2. What does having "AI in the electric grid" mean? (00:03:30)

3. What is the absolute limit to integrating AI with the grid? (00:07:18)

4. What other benefit can AI offer on top of smart meters? (00:12:47)

5. Was AI always the core focus of the Utildata product? (00:16:47)

6. Is investing in businesses that work with utilities a safe bet? (00:19:42)

7. how is the mass adoption of AI with grids forecasted to grow? (00:25:40)