Revolutionizing the Electric Grid: Marissa Hummon’s Vision for a Sustainable Future

Marissa Hummon, the Chief Technology Officer at Utilidata, is at the forefront of transforming the electric grid into a more sustainable system. By questioning the conventional practices of the utility industry, she is paving the way for significant advancements. Hummon is a strong advocate for the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the utility sector, believing that it can greatly improve efficiency. This, in turn, would lead to a cleaner, more modern, and reliable grid.

Hummon’s journey in the energy sector began at the National Renewable Energy Lab. There, she dedicated her efforts to shifting the energy industry away from carbon-intensive sources towards cleaner alternatives. Her approach involved the use of numerical methods and machine learning, tools that she continues to leverage in her current role to drive change and promote sustainability in the utility industry.