The CARILEC Disaster Management Roundtable is designed to bring together key stakeholders in the energy sector, including disaster coordinators, emergency response teams, utility managers, and resilience planners, to strengthen regional preparedness for disasters. Participants can expect focused discussions on disaster preparedness, effective response strategies, and building resilient utility operations.
The session will also feature practical case studies from recent natural and man-made disasters, highlighting lessons learned and strategies for improving readiness and response. This virtual forum provides a valuable opportunity for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and reinforcing a culture of safety and resilience across the region’s energy sector.
The Disaster Management Roundtable will take place virtually on April 16, 2026 under the theme Building a Culture of Resilience.
Areas of Focus
- Explore strategies to enhance the preparedness and recovery capabilities of utilities and communities, with a focus on energy infrastructure, disaster risk reduction, and climate adaptation.
- Facilitate dialogue among regional utilities, government and disaster response agencies, NGOs, and technology providers to build effective partnerships and align disaster response efforts.
- Highlight technologies, tools, and best practices in disaster management, emphasizing their role in ensuring resilient energy systems during crises.
Who Should Attend
We’re connecting a powerful network of participants, speakers, and engaging content to address the challenges and opportunities facing the three fields. Here’s who should attend:
- Senior executives, and operations managers.
- Disaster coordinators, and resilience officers from electric utilities and energy providers.
- SCADA System and Control Room Operators
- Representatives from Disaster Management Agencies.
- Government officials and regulatory bodies.
- Disaster Management Professionals and Consultants.
- Academics and Researchers in Disaster and Climate Resilience
- Technology and solution providers offering disaster management tools, communication systems, and resilient infrastructure products.
