PPL Corp, Electric Power Engineers
Sal Salet is VP of Distribution at PPL Corp. Hala Ballouz is the CEO of Electric Power Engineers.
The Smart Electric Power Alliance held its invite-only Energy Evolution Summit in San Diego from March 31 - April 2. This exclusive, in-person-only Summit is tailored for executive energy leaders who are prioritizing decarbonization and driving the transformation of the energy sector.
This distinctive cross-industry forum brings together top-tier professionals to participate in guided, candid, and impactful conversations conducted in accordance with the Chatham House rule. The Summit provided an unparalleled opportunity for collaboration, networking, and strategic discussions in an open yet intimate environment.
As part of the Summit, SEPA convened the first Utility Executive Cohort gathering of 2025, which was an opportunity for senior utility leaders to share insights, challenges, and solutions shaping the future of energy. SEPA also announced winners of the 2025 Power Player Awards, pictured later in these pages, recognizing individuals, teams, and projects driving real-world impacts in decarbonization and the grid transformation. Here you will find out in their own words why energy leaders were there. Featured here are PPL Corp. VP of Distribution Sal Salet and Electric Power Engineers CEO Hala Ballouz.
PUF's Steve Mitnick: Sal, why are you at this Energy Evolution Summit? What are you hoping to do here?