In this conversation, Ben and Steffen Ziegler discuss the evolving landscape of system planning at Eversource, focusing on the challenges and innovations in managing the electric grid. Steffen shares insights on the importance of reliability, the impact of distributed generation, and the use of probabilistic modeling to forecast future grid conditions. They explore the technological advancements that enable better decision-making and the collaboration between utilities to address common challenges. The discussion also highlights the role of IT in integrating new tools and the importance of mentoring the next generation of engineers in the utility industry.

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