True Grid Awards.

When’s the last time someone on your crew saved your ass? Did you ever get a chance to properly thank them? Well, now’s your chance.

We’re officially launching the True Grid Awards. Through peer-nominated video submissions and our selection by our esteemed panel of judges, we’ll be honoring those who keep crews safe and the lights on, no matter what.

Nominations on close on July 31, 2026.  

The True Grid Awards recipient will receive a scholarship to attend a Western Energy Institute certificate course on Active Grid Response (AGR), plus our Golden Hard Hat trophy and bragging rights for the year. But it gets even better – the individual who submitted the winning nomination also gets to attend the training, with a total value of $3,000 (including travel and expenses).

Step One.

Record a Selfie Video.

Film a short selfie video nominating a fellow lineworker.

Just hit record in our supersimple video submission tool on your phone.
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The first 50 people to submit a nomination video will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.

Step Two.

Share Their Great Story.

Tell us Storm Stories about wild conditions, long hours, unexpected challenges; Near-Misses of moments that changed how they approach safety; stories of Teamwork where trust, communication, or leadership had an impact on the line; or your Proudest Moment from a year of hard work.

Step Three.

Best Story Wins.

The videos will be posted on the True Grid platform and we’ll announce our True Grid Awards winner after nominations close on June 30, 2026

Nominate a Lineworker

Not Sure Where to Start?

Not sure what to say once you hit record? These prompts are here to help. Each one gives you a place to start so you’re not staring at your phone trying to figure out how to begin. Pick one, talk it through like you would with your crew, and keep it real.

Storm Stories

The nights that blur together, the weather that wouldn’t let up, and the calls you’ll never forget. Share a storm response that tested you and your crew.

Near Misses


One moment. One decision. A lesson learned the hard way. Tell us about a close call that changed how you work and think about safety.

Crew Culture


Trust doesn’t happen by accident. Highlight the people, habits, or moments that make your crew strong when it matters most.

Acts of Courage


Bravery doesn’t always look dramatic but sometimes it is. Share a moment when someone stepped up in dangerous conditions, protected their crew, or put others first when it

Take One For
the Team!

If making a short video of yourself and posting it on the Internet doesn’t sound like your thing, well hanging off a telephone pole at 4am in 20 degree weather in a 30 MPH wind isn't the funnest thing to do either. But we do what we have to do.

Plus, what if we told you the first 20 people to submit a nomination video will receive a $50 Amazon gift card?