4–7 May 2026 • Chicago, IL
Go beyond the Show Floor with exclusive, behind-the-scenes energy tours in Chicago
Step beyond the conference and into the field with IEEE PES T&D Technical Tours – exclusive, expert-guided visits to leading energy facilities across the greater Chicago area.
Offered during the 2026 IEEE PES Transmission & Distribution Conference & Exposition (T&D), these tours provide first-hand access to cutting-edge power infrastructure, grid innovations, and emerging technologies in action.
Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a seasoned industry professional, technical tours are a unique opportunity to connect conference learnings with real-world applications at utilities, labs, and technology providers.
To attend a tour, you must be registered for the IEEE PES T&D event. Tours fill up fast each year, and waitlists will open once capacity is reached.
Reserve your spot during event registration.
Event registration is required to participate.
Additional fees apply; see individual tour description for details.
Round-trip bus transportation provided to and from McCormick Place.
A security check is required for all tours. Be prepared with a Government-issued photo ID for facility access.
Proper attire and PPE requirements vary by tour – see each tour description for details.
| Tour | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Bronzeville Community Microgrid | 1777899600 Mon, 04 May 2026 • 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Data Center Growth & IEC61850 Deployment—TSS184 Elk Grove | 1777983300 Tue, 05 May 2026 • 12:15 PM - 3:40 PM |
| Argonne National Lab | 1778055600 Wed, 06 May 2026 • 8:20 AM - 12:40 PM |
| Maywood Tech Center Labs | 1778070600 Wed, 06 May 2026 • 12:30 PM - 3:45 PM |
| High Temperature Superconductor—TSS114 Northwest Substation | 1778142600 Thu, 07 May 2026 • 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tour participation requires event registration. Each tour has a limited capacity and may sell out quickly.
Early registration for tours is strongly encouraged. Waitlists will open once tours fill.
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