Parks Associates Brings Smart Home Innovation Conference to DISTRIBUTECH

Leading Research Firm Hosts 15th Annual Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer at Leading Energy Trade Show

Parks Associates today announces the 15th annual Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer is co-located with DISTRIBUTECH, the largest utility and energy-focused conference in the world, on February 27-28, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, at the Orlando Convention Center. Through the combination of these two industry-leading events, attendees will gain insights on energy innovations in the connected home and small business markets, including adoption, attitudes, and trends, alongside a premier showcase of cutting-edge technologies in electricity delivery automation, energy efficiency, and demand response.

The research firm’s latest data shows that 16% of US internet households have a smart thermostat, 5-7% have an EV (electric vehicle), and 6% own smart lighting control systems. Tyson Brown, Manager Strategic Partnerships, Google, will present a Smart Energy Summit keynote, highlighting the role of tech players in the landscape, especially for consumers.

“Smart Energy Summit will highlight the role of distributed energy resources and requirements from ecosystem players as the energy landscape continues to evolve and depend more on active participation from consumers and businesses,” said Elizabeth Parks, President and CMO, Parks Associates.  "As we celebrate our 15th annual event, we look forward to providing an exceptional platform for industry leaders to converge, collaborate, and navigate the dynamic landscape of smart energy."

Smart Energy Summit will host a mix of keynotes, research presentations, and interactive panel discussions discussing the latest smart energy solutions, from smart home devices to demand response technologies.

"Smart homes and smart energy consumers are vital for a decarbonized and resilient grid,” said Jennifer Runyon, Senior Content Director, DISTRIBUTECH International. “We look forward to bringing valuable insights from the Smart Energy Summit to DISTRIBUTECH International. The Parks Associates conference nicely complements our 16-track educational program, and we're delighted to be hosting them in Orlando.”

The event is open to professionals across the energy and utility sectors, including utilities, technology providers, energy retailers, policymakers, and researchers. Early registration opens in October through the DISTRIBUTECH website.

Parks Associates will host its 15th annual in-person Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer, featuring Google as a keynote, in partnership with DISTRIBUTECH, February 27-28, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. For more information, visit the event website or apply for a Press Pass here.

About Smart Energy Summit

The 16th annual Smart Energy Summit, co-located with DISTRIBUTECH and organized by Parks Associates, brings together leaders and innovators from the energy, smart home, and technology industries to explore the future of energy management, renewable energy adoption, and grid modernization. The summit provides a platform for industry professionals to engage in discussions, hear trending industry and consumer data, network and collaborate with peers.

The 2025 summit is held March 25-26 in Room D162/164 at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Center in Dallas and will focus on integrating smart energy solutions, leveraging AI and IoT for home energy management, and tackling the challenges of demand response and grid orchestration.

Follow #SmartEnergy25 on Parks Associates’ LinkedIn. For information on speaking, sponsoring, or attending Smart Energy Summit, visit www.smartenergysmt.com.