On Friday, March 6, from 2:00 to 2:45 pm, construction professionals will gather in West Hall 108 at CONEXPO-CON/AGG for a Ground Breakers Stage discussion focused on a growing challenge across jobsites: delivering reliable temporary power while reducing emissions, controlling costs, and managing complexity. ANA, Inc. will lead the session, Engineering the Future of Power: Smarter, Cleaner, and Connected Jobsite Solutions, exploring how connected, low emission power systems are changing how power is planned and managed across the jobsite lifecycle.
Temporary power has often been treated as a reactive necessity. Noisy generators, limited visibility, and manual oversight can lead to higher fuel consumption, unnecessary emissions, and avoidable downtime. As project demands increase and sustainability expectations rise, many teams are recognizing that traditional approaches no longer align with the realities of modern construction.
Power is becoming a more strategic part of project planning. As jobsites face tighter margins, labor constraints, and increased pressure to reduce emissions, smarter and more connected power solutions offer a practical way forward.
Rethinking How Temporary Power Is Planned
One of the most common challenges on jobsites is the assumption that temporary power must be inefficient or difficult to manage. That mindset frequently results in oversized equipment and limited insight into how power is actually being used.
Hybrid system design offers an alternative. By combining generators, energy storage, and intelligent controls, power systems can be sized to match real load requirements rather than worst case assumptions. This allows contractors to generate only the power they need, when they need it, while improving overall system reliability.
According to Erick Schram, Senior Engineering Manager at ANA, Inc., better outcomes begin with better planning. “When teams understand their load and how it changes over time, they can make smarter decisions about how power is generated and distributed. That visibility changes how power is managed on the jobsite.”
Using Connectivity to Improve Reliability and Efficiency
Connectivity plays a critical role in modern power systems. Real time telemetry and connected controls give operators insight into load behavior, fuel consumption, and system performance. Instead of reacting after issues occur, teams can identify inefficiencies early and make adjustments before they affect productivity.
Load data also supports better operational decision making. It helps reduce unnecessary runtime, lower fuel costs, and improve uptime across the site. Just as importantly, it reduces operator burden by simplifying monitoring and oversight.
“There’s a misconception that cleaner, more advanced power solutions add complexity,” Schram explains. “In reality, connectivity makes power easier to manage. It removes guesswork and improves confidence in system performance.”
Designing Power Systems Around the Jobsite
Another focus of the Ground Breakers Stage session is flexibility. Power needs vary by project and often change as work progresses. Connected, modular systems allow contractors to adapt their power strategy by phase, scaling systems up or down without reworking the entire setup.
This approach supports lower emissions, improved efficiency, and greater reliability, while helping teams respond to evolving regulations and sustainability goals. Rather than a one size fits all solution, the emphasis is on designing power systems that reflect the realities of each jobsite.
Why This Conversation Matters Now
Power is becoming a more strategic part of project planning. As jobsites face tighter margins, labor constraints, and increased pressure to reduce emissions, smarter and more connected power solutions offer a practical way forward.
Whether attending in person or tuning in via live stream, those who join the Ground Breakers Stage session will hear how connected power systems are being applied today and what is possible next. The goal is for attendees to leave with clearer insight into how power can be planned, managed, and optimized across their own jobsites.
