Join us for an engaging IEEE PES Distinguished Lecturer Program (DLP) session featuring Dr. Julio Romero Agüero, a recognized industry leader in power system operations and grid modernization.
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In this lecture, Dr. Agüero will present on: “Distribution Reliability and Resiliency Assessment and Improvement”
As electric power systems face increasing stress from extreme weather events, growing loads, and evolving grid complexity, ensuring reliability and resilience has become a critical priority. This session will provide practical insights into how utilities assess system performance, identify vulnerabilities, and implement strategies to enhance grid resilience.
🔹 What you’ll gain:
– Understanding of modern reliability and resiliency metrics
– Real-world approaches used by utilities
– Strategies for improving distribution system performance
– Industry perspective on grid modernization challenges
📌 This event is also part of our IEEE PES Day (April 20–26, 2026) celebration, and will be followed by a networking session—an opportunity to connect with fellow students, researchers, and industry professionals.
Speaker(s): , Julio
Agenda:
IEEE PES Dallas Chapter — DLP Talk & Professional Networking Reception Distribution Reliability and Resiliency Assessment and Improvement 📅 April 22, 2026 | 📍 Venue: TI Auditorium, UTDallas
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Time Item Details
11:00 AM Welcome & Introductions Opening remarks: brief overview of IEEE PES Dallas Chapter
11:10 AM Speaker Introduction Introduction of Julio Romero Aguero, IEEE PES Distinguished Lecturer
11:15 AM DLP Talk (Hybrid — In-Person & Live-Streamed) Distribution Reliability and Resiliency Assessment and Improvement — Julio Romero Aguero
12:45 PM Q&A Session Open questions from in-person and online attendees
1:00 PM Closing Remarks & Transition Wrap-up of technical session; online attendees sign off
1:05 PM Networking Reception (In-Person Only) Food & beverages; open networking with speaker, industry professionals, and peers
1:15 PM Chapter Introductions & Career Conversations Chapter overview, career pathways, student engagement, future event plans
1:30 PM Open Networking Continues Students connect with industry professionals and speaker Julio Romero Aguero
1:50 PM Closing Thank you remarks & event wrap-up
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Event ends at approximately 2:00 PM
Room: ECSS 2.102 (TI Auditorium), Bldg: ECSS, UTD Campus, 800 W.Campbell Rd., Richardson, Texas, United States, 75080, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/550731