Generac Presented on the Future of the US Electrical Grid (GRID 2.0) During May’s Membership Luncheon
Generac Presented on the Future of the US Electrical Grid During May’s Membership Luncheon IECRM’s Quarterly Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, was an exciting event that featured a special presentation by Generac Power Systems, Inc. (NYSE: GNRC), a prominent IEC National Partner and newly established Platinum-level Industry Partner with IECRM. At the luncheon, IECRM members had the opportunity to explore new member benefits, expand their professional networks by connecting with industry peers, and gain insights into upcoming initiatives at IECRM. The highlight of the event was Generac’s captivating presentation titled “Grid 2.0 – A Glimpse into the Future of the US Electrical Grid.” Generac’s presentation shed light on the pressing challenges facing the aging US electrical grid, which is straining to meet the growing power demand caused by factors such as the widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), the “electrification of everything,” and population growth. During his talk, Generac’s Chris Meece discussed the future of the US electrical grid and pointed out several growth opportunities for electrical contractors in this evolving sector. His presentation was engaging and informative. IECRM expressed great enthusiasm for the partnership with Generac and appreciated the valuable knowledge shared during this insightful presentation. The luncheon was an exceptional platform for fostering collaboration and learning among IECRM members. The Generac Power 4 Profits training sessions covered how contractors can include the profitable residential home standby generator category in their list of offerings. Topics included: – Proper generator sizing and selection – Fuel Selection – Primary Backup Options – Transfer Switch and Generator Connections – Power Management Systems – Operational Testing – Site Preparation Those that completed the training sessions were enrolled in the Generac Aligned Contractor Program gaining them access to several benefits: – Buying Generac products through existing wholesale partners – Continuing education opportunities with future generator service opportunities – Access to the Generac generator sizing tool and quote builder – Access to promotional merchandise, marketing assets, and resources – Access to the Generac PowerPerks contractor rewards program Generac Power Systems, Inc. (NYSE: GNRC) is a leading energy technology company that provides advanced power grid software solutions, backup and prime power systems for home and industrial applications, solar + battery storage solutions, virtual power plant platforms and engine- and battery powered tools and equipment. Founded in 1959, Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generator – a market in which nearly eight of ten generators sold is a Generac. The company is committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st-century electrical grid. |