Christina Cress, the firm's Energy + Utilities Practice Leader, will moderate a panel discussion at the 2026 State Energy Conference of North Carolina in Raleigh.
Christina will lead the session, "Rate and Program Design for Load Flexibility," which will bring together leaders from the utility, technology, and energy services sectors to explore how rate structures and program design can support greater load flexibility across the electric grid.
The panel will examine emerging approaches to managing flexible energy demand, including programs that operate behind the customer meter and strategies that enable utilities and businesses to better support grid reliability. Panelists will offer perspectives from across the energy ecosystem, highlighting innovative solutions and collaborative approaches that help balance energy demand while advancing efficiency and resilience.
Panelists include: Todd Jackson, VP Strategic Development at Powersecure; Brian Lips, Senior Project Manager at NC Clean Tech Center; and Rachel Wilson, Energy Market Development at Google.
About the State Energy Conference of North Carolina
The State Energy Conference of North Carolina is a premier event that brings together energy professionals, policymakers, innovators, and businesses to explore the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the energy sector. The conference provides a platform for collaboration through expert-led discussions, case studies, and policy conversations. Attendees gain actionable insights into strategies that support North Carolina's regional energy economy and drive national impact.
Details at a Glance
Event: State
Energy Conference of North Carolina
Session: Rate and Program Design for Load
Flexibility
Date: April 29, 2026
Time: 1:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: McKimmon Center, Raleigh, NC