Welcome to The Power Up Podcast — where we shine a light on the people, trends, and technology transforming the power and utilities industry. Hosted by longtime energy consultant Tim Stafford and self-proclaimed “New Kid on The Grid” Sara Tupac, we explore what’s powering the future — from clean energy to digital transformation and AI innovation. Brought to you by Slalom, this show blends industry expertise, curiosity, and a spark of humor to decode how utilities, data centers, and energy organizations are embedding AI, optimizing operations, and accelerating the energy transition.