Rheticus Electric Towers: satellite-derived intelligence for power grids emergency management
This webinar showcases innovative solutions from an SGIN member organization.
Organization: Planetek Italia
Speaker: Giuseppe Forenza, Senior Business Development Manager – Rheticus services, and Adriano Vulpio, Business Development Specialist, Energy – B2B SBU (see Bios below).
Time: 10:00–11:00 AM EST
Format: Live webinar with Q&A
Platform: Teams (link provided upon registration)
Who Can Attend?
Everyone is welcome.
Webinar Description:
What is the true cost of just one minute of power grid service disruption? And how critical is timely asset integrity information when extreme weather events threaten the reliability of 24/7 transmission networks?
In this webinar, attendees will discover how Planetek’s satellite-based monitoring service supports Transmission System Operators (TSOs) in strengthening grid resilience and enhancing emergency management capabilities. They will gain insights into real-world results achieved by leading TSOs worldwide, learn from the experience of a long-established European Earth Observation company, and explore how this proven solution is now available to support the Canadian market.
Attendees will leave with:
A clearer understanding of the operational and economic impact of grid disruptions.
Insights into how satellite Earth Observation can provide rapid, actionable asset integrity information during extreme weather events.
Real-world examples of successful adoption by leading global TSOs.
An overview of Planetek’s expertise and the benefits of deploying this service within the Canadian power transmission sector.
Meet our Speakers!
Giuseppe Forenza is the Senior Business Development Manager for Rheticus services at Planetek Italia.
Welcome! Thousands of satellites observe the Earth every day. For 30 years, Planetek Italia has been transforming this data into information and knowledge. I work daily with leading water utilities, engineering firms, national agencies, regional and local governments, and metropolitan cities; they leverage satellite-derived insights to focus on solving their challenges rather than the underlying mechanics. This is made possible by Rheticus services—available worldwide via subscription. Our mission is to simplify the complexity of space. Contact me to learn more: forenza@planetek.it
Adriano Vulpio is a Business Development Specialist, Energy – B2B SBU at Planetek Italia.
Adriano is a Business Development and Sales Professional with 10 years of experience in international sales, business development, and strategic negotiations with enterprise clients. Skilled in driving growth through innovative solutions, managing complex projects, and leading cross-functional teams. Strong communicator with proven leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities, consistently delivering results in competitive markets.
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