Grid Innovation Pitch Competition

At GridFWD 2026
Reprioritizing Affordability
for modernizing the grid

September 29-30, 2026 in Utah

Deadline extended to Monday July 20!

See the new energy affordability solutions for the grid at GridFWD 2026

GridFWD 2026 will host our next annual Grid Innovation Pitch Competition on September 29-30, 2026 at Snowbird, Utah. Come witness the new innovative technologies and services for helping to enhance energy affordability.

Competition date: September 29-30, 2026
Location: Cliff Lodge, Utah
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Innovation Pavilion

Pitch Competition

What’s at stake in the Grid Innovation Pitch Competition?

Exposure: Present your technology or solution to a diverse audience of utilities, government officers, regulators and investors. Enjoy high-visibility announcements to event attendees and the greater Grid Forward community.
Coaching: Benefit from pre-event mentoring to refine your pitch and strategy.
Networking: Engage with industry leaders and potential partners during the conference.
Prizes: Compete for awards including equity investments up to $250,000 as well as business advisory services, courtesy of Accurant International.

“We were drawn to the competition because the GridFWD event has a real track record of pulling the right people into the room. Utilities, industry leaders, and people building new technology show up ready to talk about what is actually happening on the grid.” – Ian Gibson, CEO, Pitch Aeronautics