In this conversation, Rob Safrata speaks with Dr. Vidya Vankayala about her extensive background in engineering, utilities, and emerging technologies. They discuss the evolution of energy systems, the integration of AI, and the barriers to vehicle grid integration. Dr. Vankayala emphasizes the importance of collaboration across sectors and the need for cross-cutting standards to facilitate the adoption of new technologies. The conversation highlights the current inflection point in energy systems and the potential for vehicle grid integration to play a significant role in the future.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 00:28 Dr. Vidya Vankayala's Background and Career Journey00:44 The Role of AI in Power Systems 03:00 Challenges in Vehicle Grid Integration05:31 Barriers to Technology Adoption in Utilities08:00 The Future of Vehicle Grid Integration10:28 Distribution Side Focus for Immediate Benefits12:45 Collaboration Across Sectors for Success15:07 Policy and Regulatory Support for Innovation17:28 Best Practices from Global Examples20:00 Conclusion and Future Directions

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