Join ESTA's Bob Uluski and Stipe Fustar on February 2, 2026, at DistribuTECH 2026 for Grid University 202 “DER-Enabled ADMS Solutions for Modern Distribution Systems”
This immersive half-day course is designed specifically for electric utilities and stakeholders ready to navigate the planning, procurement, and implementation of an Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) integrated with Distributed Energy Resources Management Systems (DERMS). You’ll gain insight from real-world ADMS implementations, learning from proven industry experience and lessons learned to empower your own initiatives. You’ll gain crucial insights into:
Procurement strategies
System integration challenges
The current landscape of solution providers
Data readiness issues
Best practices for effective implementation
Who should attend? Electric utility operators, engineers, and managers involved in distribution systems, as well as utilities implementing ADMS and DERMS, grid modelers and data owners, IT teams, procurement and purchasing professionals, and change management teams focused on modernizing distribution control systems.
Monday, February 2, 2026
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Room 25C
For registration and more information, visit DistribuTECH.
Join ESTA's Reza Alaghehband on February 3, 2026 at DistribuTECH 2026 for “Smart Grid
Proven and Applied Initiatives on Energy Conservation and Efficiency.”
From Smart Grids to Smart Cities — Utility Innovation in Action. This session will highlight how utilities are advancing smart city goals through proven smart grid and demand-side management programs. Featuring Austin Energy’s journey toward a 100% carbon-free energy target by 2035, this session will showcase practical strategies for integrating distributed energy resources, EV infrastructure, and virtual power plant participation.
Attendees will gain insight into:
Innovative energy efficiency programs supporting citywide decarbonization
Methods for measuring smart grid success through GHG reduction metrics
Frameworks that balance reliability, affordability, and sustainability through community partnerships
Who should attend? This event is designed for utility leaders, city sustainability managers, system integrators, technology providers, and consultants involved in smart grid, energy efficiency, and DER integration initiatives.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
10:00AM - 10:50AM, Room 29CD
For registration and more information, visit DistribuTECH.
Join ESTA’s Ron Wasley, Stipe Fustar, and Manuel Atanacio for this comprehensive, full-day course to deepen your understanding of Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and Distributed Energy Resources Management Systems (DERMS). ADMS is transforming grid control by enhancing reliability and transparency, while DERMS enables the seamless integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DER).
Designed for electric utilities and industry stakeholders, this immersive course covers the key aspects of planning, procurement, and implementation of ADMS with DERMS integration.
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your skills and knowledge. You’ll gain crucial insights to:
Understand ADMS/DERMS: Explore their functions, key terminology, and glossary of terms.
Identify Major Benefits: Learn the core functions and advantages of implementing ADMS/DERMS.
Examine DER Integration: Review how ADMS/DERMS interfaces with Distributed Energy Resources.
Learn from Experience: Discover common pitfalls, unexpected challenges, and lessons learned from ADMS implementation.
Plan for Success: Discuss the essential steps for effective ADMS implementation planning.
Define Success: Understand what successful ADMS procurement and deployment looks like.
Who Should Attend? This course is designed for:
Managers, directors, and supervisors of distribution operations and management
IT managers, directors, and supervisors
Utility personnel implementing or upgrading their OMS, DMS, ADMS, and DERMS solutions
Utility staff new to OMS, DMS, ADMS, and DERMS
Regulators seeking to better understand utility decision-making processes
Vendors interested in learning from utilities implementing new systems
This course is eligible for Continuing Education Credits with IACET and CPE.
For registration and full agenda, visit EUCI.