Fiber Expansion Trico is actively expanding its Fiber SmartGrid Backbone and distributing fiber to neighborhoods, with Year One service rolling out fall 2026 through summer 2027, presenting opportunities to position data, connectivity, and smart grid solutions to new residential and commercial customers.

Smart Grid Buildout Ongoing fiber and smart grid deployment suggests demand for advanced communications infrastructure, OT/IoT integration, and network management services to support reliable electricity delivery and connected devices across rural service areas.

Solar and Storage Recent investments of about $43 million for 80 MW solar and 80 MW battery storage indicate appetite for large-scale renewable projects, enabling upsell of energy storage management, remote monitoring, and clean energy optimization offerings.

Member Engagement Launch of the Member Ambassador Program and a data-driven community outreach mindset imply receptiveness to programs that leverage digital platforms, CRM integration, and targeted communications to deepen member relationships and cross-sell opportunities.

Digital and Analytics Existing tech stack including Power BI, Tableau, Google Cloud, and Azure points to a technology-forward organization open to analytics services, data integration, and cybersecurity, offering potential for managed analytics, cloud optimization, and smart grid cybersecurity services.