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Welcome to the 2025 UBBA Newsletter

The Board of Directors & Members of the Alliance are happy to share the following strategic information. We welcome all utilities & solution providers to consider membership.

Dear UBBA Community,

Welcome to the latest edition of the UBBA Newsletter! At San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), we’re proud to be part of the Utility Broadband Alliance (UBBA), a vital force driving innovation and collaboration in the utility industry. UBBA’s commitment to advancing private broadband networks empowers utilities like ours to enhance grid reliability, improve operational efficiency, and deliver smarter, more resilient energy solutions to our customers. By fostering knowledge-sharing, educational opportunities and cutting-edge technology adoption, UBBA is shaping the future of utilities. We’re excited to be at the forefront of this transformation.

We encourage fellow utilities to join UBBA and tap into this dynamic, forward-thinking community, where collective expertise and resources are unlocking new possibilities for a stronger, more connected energy future.

Best Wishes,

Elaine Allyn

UBBA Board Member

Manager, OT Network Architecture and Engineering, 

San Diego Gas & Electric

Welcome New Members | Actalent & Valmont

We're thrilled to welcome the newest members of the Utility Broadband Alliance: Actalent & Valmont!

EPRI Utility Telecomm "State of the Industry" Survey

Utility leaders are encouraged to take complete this short "State of the Industry" survey designed by EPRI to gather industry insights in an effort to develop a roadmap for utilities transitioning from legacy systems to PLTE and 5G systems.

UBBA DISTRIBUTECH 2025 RECAP

UBBA hosted hundreds of attendees at our booth at the DISTRIBUTECH conference in Dallas this week. Our Member Ambassadors shared lessons learned, strategic business plans, and next-generation technologies with all who stopped by the UBBA booth.

During the educational sessions UBBA Members spoke on topics including: Zero-Touch Provisioning; Next-Gen AMI and Grid Edge Use Cases; 4G - 5G migration strategies; eSIM solutions; Value of DERMs to Grid Health; and many more all centered on why robust, secure, private broadband networks are critical for utilities.

Thank you to all those who listened and shared their experiences and we look forward to continuing the conversations throughout the year on UBBA-Member Working Group Calls and at the 2025 UBBA Summit & Plugfest in Charlotte this coming November.

RESOURCES

UBBA membership provides unparalleled access to cutting-edge insights, proven strategies, and a thriving community of experts focused on broadband innovation. Gain the tools and support needed to deploy mission-critical networks, enhance grid reliability, and bridge the digital divide in your communities. With exclusive resources, technical forums, and collaborative opportunities, UBBA equips members to stay ahead in an increasingly connected world. Don’t miss the chance to transform your utility’s broadband potential!

Thank You to our 2025 Media Partners