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Speed to Power: Key Takeaways from NARUC’s Winter Policy Summit
At this year’s NARUC Winter Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., the industry’s top minds gathered to tackle a pressing question: How can we deliver power to growing loads faster than traditional transmission planning allows? With over 2,200 attendees, discussions centered on accelerating grid expansion, enhancing reliability, and leveraging technology to meet surging electricity demand. Chris Womack of Southern Company captured the urgency best, stating, “When I think about energy dominance, I think about energy abundance.” Meanwhile, Melody Birmingham of NiSource emphasized the challenge of applying traditional approaches to a rapidly evolving problem, reinforcing the industry-wide call for faster, more efficient solutions.
A major theme of the summit was the role of advanced transmission technology in overcoming lengthy planning and permitting roadblocks. Chuck Marshall of ITC Holdings Corp. highlighted composite core conductors as a breakthrough solution for doubling transmission capacity in existing rights-of-way, significantly reducing the need for new infrastructure. Maria Pope of Portland General Electric further emphasized the growing focus on grid resilience and wildfire mitigation, warning that without standardized wildfire response plans, utilities will face continued economic hardship. The industry’s consensus? Speed is critical, and new solutions are needed now.
Throughout the summit, CTC Global’s team—including Theodore Paradise, Anne McDowell, Alfie Wilkes, Peter Brehm, David Townley, and Jaunice Terrel - engaged in key discussions on how CTC Global’s ACCC® technology is delivering “Speed to Power”, allowing utilities to increase capacity, lower costs, and mitigate wildfire risks - all in a fraction of the time required for traditional upgrades.
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Wire & Cable India Interviews CTC Global’s CEO, Mr. J.D. Sitton | Wire & Cable India recently sat down with Mr. J.D. Sitton, CEO of CTC Global, the world leader in advanced conductor technology. In the interview, Mr. Sitton discussed how CTC Global’s proprietary ACCC® Conductors are revolutionizing power transmission with their exceptional thermal stability, energy efficiency, and mechanical strength. With over 1,350 projects completed in 65 countries and a new manufacturing facility in Pune supporting the ‘Make in India’ initiative, the company is setting new benchmarks for modernizing energy infrastructure and enabling reliable, sustainable electricity access. | | |
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CTC Global Welcomes John Emery | CTC Global has appointed John Emery as V.P. North America Sales and Business Development. Emery brings over 20 years of experience in sales leadership and commercial strategy and will drive growth by expanding market share and stakeholder relationships across utility, industrial, and commercial sectors, leveraging his engineering expertise. | | |
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CTC Global Joins UNEZA to Advance Global Grid Development and the Energy Transition | CTC Global has joined UNEZA – Utilities for Net Zero Alliance, a coalition of 53 leading utilities, technology providers, and developers dedicated to advancing renewable-ready grids and clean energy solutions. Established at COP28, UNEZA operates under IRENA and the UN Climate Change High-Level Champions to drive global electrification efforts. At COP29, UNEZA launched the Global Storage & Grids Pledge, committing over $116 billion annually, including $56 billion for grid infrastructure, to expand storage capacity sixfold by 2030 and refurbish 80 million circuit kilometers of grids by 2040. This pledge supports the goal of tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030. CTC Global looks forward to collaborating within UNEZA to enhance ACCC® Conductor deployment, strengthening global grid functionality and accelerating the energy transition. | | |
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Revolutionizing Grid Resilience: The Power of ACCC InfoCore® System for a Smarter Future
| Discover how smart technology is transforming power grids in "Powering the Future: Enhancing Grid Resilience with Smart Technology." This article explores how innovations like CTC Global’s ACCC InfoCore® System address electrification challenges, renewable integration, and climate impacts. Dive into real-world case studies and learn how proactive asset management is shaping a resilient, efficient grid for a brighter energy future. | | |
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500 kV ACCC® Transmission Line Completed in Vietnam | Vietnam is advancing its energy infrastructure with the completion of the 500 kV Nhon Trach – Phu My – Nha Be transmission tie line, which connects the new Nhon Trach Thermal (LNG) Power Plant No. 4 to the national grid. To optimize transmission efficiency, the project utilized ACCC® Lisbon Conductors, manufactured by AMP Thipha Cable, offering improved capacity and reduced energy loss. Using 53 kilometers of ACCC® Conductor, the line was built with steel lattice towers and a quad-bundled configuration to handle high voltage loads. This successful upgrade, energized in December 2024, is a significant step toward strengthening Vietnam’s power grid and supporting its growing energy demands. | | |
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18 ACCC® Projects Recently Energized
82 ACCC® Projects Under Construction
100 ACCC® Projects in the Queue
1,350 ACCC® Projects Overall
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T&D Africa Conference & Expo
March 4-6, 2025, Cape Town, South Africa
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CTC Global is excited to participate in the Africa Energy Indaba 2025: T&D Africa Conference & Expo at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), South Africa. Visit us at Booth B9 to explore the ACCC® Conductor solutions, witness a live ACCC InfoCore® System demo, and connect with our experts.
CTC Global's Marv Sepe will also be participating in key sessions:
- TechTalk (Tuesday, March 4 & Wednesday, March 5): Advanced Transmission Conductors – A High-Impact Tool for Immediate Capacity Increase
- Panel Discussion (Thursday, March 6): Building New Cost-Effective Transmission Networks Utilizing Current Innovative Technology
This event is a key opportunity to network, innovate, and shape the future of Africa’s power infrastructure.
Visit Africa Energy Indaba for more details: https://africaenergyindaba.com/events/td-africa/
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CTC Global had a strong presence at ELECRAMA 2025 at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida, joining over 1,370 global exhibitors to showcase advanced transmission solutions. The event spotlighted key industry advancements, including renewable energy, automation, next-gen technologies, and Women Empowerment in the Power Sector.
Participating in ELECRAMA reaffirmed CTC’s commitment to advancing grid modernization, fostering sustainable energy practices, and shaping the future of electrical transmission. It was also an invaluable opportunity to connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and utility engineers.
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NARUC Winter Policy Summit | CTC Global was proud to serve as a Premier Level Sponsor at the NARUC Winter Policy Summit held from February 23-26, 2025 in Washington, D.C. During the summit, CTC Global’s Chief Policy and Grid Strategy Officer, Theodore Paradise, Ted Kelly, and Davis Strobridge engaged in an insightful discussion on how the United States can rapidly expand its grid capacity to ensure that critical industries, particularly AI data centers, remain onshore. The session, moderated by Dr. Ahmed Mousa, emphasized the importance of modernizing the grid to support the growing demands of these essential sectors. CTC Global’s sponsorship highlights its commitment to driving innovation in energy infrastructure for a sustainable future. | | |
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NASEO’s 2025 Energy Policy Outlook Conference | CTC Global was proud to have sponsored and participated in the National Association of State Energy Officials’ 2025 Energy Policy Outlook Conference, held February 4-7 at The Fairmont in Washington, DC. As energy demand surged and the need for resilient transmission systems grew, CTC Global's Vice President and Senior Advisor, Peter Brehm, led the discussion on “Advanced Reconductoring as a First Step to Grid Capacity Expansion.” | | |
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EUCI Transmission Reconductoring and Capacity Expansion conference | The EUCI Transmission Reconductoring and Capacity Expansion conference, held on February 26-27, 2025, in South Plainfield, NJ, brought together industry leaders to discuss the urgent need for grid modernization. A key highlight was the panel on integrating renewable energy into transmission planning, where Theodore Paradise of CTC Global emphasized the role of advanced conductors in improving transmission efficiency, wildfire mitigation, and speeding up grid expansion. For more insights, read the full blog post here. | |
RECENTLY PUBLISHED REPORTS | | |
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Advanced Energy United Sponsors New Report by Grid Strategies | A new analysis by Grid Strategies, commissioned by Advanced Energy United, reveals that PJM’s sluggish interconnection process cost consumers $7 billion in its latest capacity auction. The report, titled “Penny-wise and pound foolish: PJM’s Capacity Auction Demonstrates the Cost Imperative of Simplified and Speedy Interconnection,” finds that speeding up connections for just 15% of pending projects could have added over 10 GW of capacity, significantly mitigating rising costs. | | | | |
