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U.S. Canada Cross-Border Energy Trade Summit

U.S. Canada Cross-Border Energy Trade Summit

October 24 - 25, 2024 Toronto, ON and Online :: Eastern Time Blake, Cassels and Graydon LLP

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Join EUCI’s U.S./Canada Cross-Border Energy Trade Summit in-person or online to explore the dynamic energy relationship between the United States and Canada. This summit will bring together industry leaders and policymakers to discuss strategies for:

  • Optimizing cross-border energy trade
  • Balancing state mandates with market needs
  • Driving economic growth

Attendees will learn about the latest developments in energy markets and trade dynamics:

  • Align clean energy goals with capacity gaps
  • Gain insights into energy initiatives
  • Explore investment opportunities
  • Stay updated on policy changes impacting the sector

Engage with experts on:

  • Renewable and clean energy credits
  • Natural gas and LNG import options
  • Transmission projects and grid interconnection efforts

Register now to capitalize on the economic opportunities presented by the U.S. / Canada energy relationship.

Learning Outcomes

  • Review current and future energy markets and resource needs
  • Analyze U.S./Canada trade dynamics and implications
  • Discuss market structures supporting clean energy goals and decarbonization
  • Examine capacity gaps, market fuel price impacts, and supply chain issues
  • Explore Canadian energy trade initiatives, policies, and projects
  • Identify investment opportunities in clean power, natural gas, and LNG
  • Assess policy updates affecting clean energy procurement and deployment
  • Review qualifications and impacts of Renewable and Clean Energy Credits
  • Evaluate natural gas and LNG import/export options and infrastructure needs
  • Review transmission and project options for clean power delivery
  • Discuss financing, siting, and development requirements for transmission projects
  • Examine grid interconnection, cybersecurity, and new project scheduling
  • Explore the role of emerging technologies in cross-border energy trade

Register

REGISTER NOW FOR THIS EVENT:

This event has passed and cannot be registered for. If you would like to see if this event will be offered again please reach out to [email protected]

Your registration may be transferred to a member of your organization up to 24 hours in advance of the event. Cancellations must be received on or before September 20, 2024 in order to be refunded and will be subject to a US $195.00 processing fee per registrant. No refunds will be made after this date. Cancellations received after this date will create a credit of the tuition (less processing fee) good toward any other EUCI event. This credit will be good for six months from the cancellation date. In the event of non-attendance, all registration fees will be forfeited. In case of conference cancellation, EUCIs liability is limited to refund of the event registration fee only. For more information regarding administrative policies, such as complaints and refunds, please contact our offices at 303-770-8800

EUCI retains the right to refuse registration by any individual or company.

Day one

Thursday, October 24, 2024

Day two

Friday, October 25, 2024

Agenda

Thursday, October 24, 2024
Eastern Time

Toronto, ON and Online

Registration & Continental Breakfast/Online Log In

8:30

Lunch Break

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Adjourn for the day

4:15 PM

8:30 - 9:00 AM

Registration & Continental Breakfast/Online Log In

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Lunch Break

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Conference Timing

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Power Markets Outlook: Addressing Capacity and Reliability

Gain a comprehensive overview of the long-term energy outlook, focusing on addressing potential capacity challenges and ensuring reliability. This session will cover essential topics including infrastructure needs, investment opportunities, and power price forecasts, providing a clear picture of market dynamics.

  • Long-term energy outlook
  • Addressing potential capacity crunches
  • Infrastructure and investment needs
  • Power price forecast

 

Richard Bratton Director, Market Policy and Regulatory Affairs Independent Power Producers of New York (IPPNY)

Kimberly Harriman SVP, Public & Regulatory Affairs Avangrid

Paul Hibbard Principal Analysis Group

Dan Dolan President NEPGA

10:00 - 10:30 AM

Networking Break

10:30 - 11:15 AM

Canadian Initiatives and Energy Trade Projections

Explore the strategies and initiatives for expanding U.S./Canada energy trade. Learn about the Bilateral Energy Transformation Task Force (ETTF) and explore how these efforts are shaping the future of cross-border energy collaboration.

  • Expanding U.S./Canada energy trade
  • Bilateral Energy Transformation Task Force (ETTF)

Scott Nelms VP Business Development & Strategy OPG

Rob Gillies Executive Director, NB Energy Marketing, Energie NB Power

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Clean Energy Policies & Renewable Energy Credits

In this session, attendees will get the latest on renewable policies and compliance requirements. This session will cover the implications of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) on cross-border trading and provide updates on clean energy credits and market trends.

  • Renewable policies and compliance
  • RGGI implications and cross-border trading
  • Updates on clean energy credits and market trends

Christie Prescott Director, Wholesale Power Contracts The United Illuminating Company

12:00 - 1:15 PM

Group Luncheon

1:15 - 2:15 PM

Regulatory and Policy Differences: Navigating Cross-Border Challenges

This session focuses on the key differences between U.S. and Canadian energy regulations and their impacts on trade. Learn how to navigate these differences for seamless energy trade, with insights from real-world case studies.

  • Overview of U.S. and Canadian energy regulations
  • Key policy differences and their impacts on trade
  • Harmonizing regulations for seamless energy trade
  • Case studies on navigating regulatory landscapes

Philip Bartlett Chair Maine Public Utilities Commission

2:15 - 3:00 PM

Grid Interconnection & Transmission

Explore the challenges and opportunities associated with grid interconnections and transmission capacity, including technical standards and infrastructure compatibility. This session will address technical standards, infrastructure compatibility, and the latest developments in transmission projects and partnerships.

  • Grid interconnections and transmission capacity
  • Addressing transmission challenges
    • Technical standards
    • Infrastructure compatibility
  • Transmission projects
  • Project partnership opportunities
  • Submarine cable installation considerations

Chuck Farmer VP of Planning, Conservation & Resource Adequacy and Chief Energy Transition Officer Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)

Lorraine Gray VP System Operations & Station Services Hydro One

3:00 - 3:30 PM

Afternoon Break

3:30 - 4:15 PM

Lessons from British Columbia

Explore British Columbia’s approach to climate policy and economic regulation, focusing on Indigenous equity ownership and industrial interconnections. This session offers valuable lessons from BC’s experience in balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility.

  • Climate Policy and Economic Regulation: Understand how BC integrates climate policy with economic regulation to achieve sustainable development.
  • Indigenous Equity Ownership: Learn about initiatives that promote Indigenous equity ownership in energy projects.
  • Industrial Interconnections: Explore the challenges and opportunities of industrial interconnections in BC’s energy landscape.

Chris Sandve Chief Regulatory Officer & Director, Policy and Engagement BC Hydro

Agenda

Friday, October 25, 2024
Eastern Time

Toronto, ON and Online

Continental Breakfast/Online Log In

8:30

Adjourn for the day

12:00 PM

8:30 - 9:00 AM

Continental Breakfast/Online Log In

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Conference Timing

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Natural Gas: Cross-Border Trade & Market Dynamics

Examine the current market dynamics and pricing for natural gas, including the history and future of U.S./Canada trade. This session will also discuss infrastructure needs, challenges, and the impact of LNG imports on the market

  • Current Market Dynamics and Pricing: Analyze the factors influencing natural gas markets and pricing.
  • S./Canada Natural Gas Trade History and Future: Understand the evolution of natural gas trade between the U.S. and Canada and future prospects.
  • Infrastructure Needs and Challenges: Identify the critical infrastructure required to support natural gas trade and the challenges involved.
  • LNG Imports and Market Impact: Explore the implications of LNG imports on market dynamics and pricing.
  • Siting Difficulties and Trade Implications: Discuss the challenges of siting infrastructure and their impact on cross-border trade.

Senior Representative Enbridge

10:00 - 10:30 AM

Morning Break

10:30 - 11:45 AM

Renewable Energy Integration & Emerging Technologies

This session focuses on the integration of renewables into existing grids and the role of emerging technologies such as hydrogen and storage. Discover innovations in renewable energy deployment and cross-border collaboration on new technologies.

  • Integration of Renewables into Existing Grids: Learn about the challenges and solutions for integrating renewable energy sources into established grid systems.
  • Role of Emerging Technologies: Explore how technologies like hydrogen and storage are transforming the renewable energy landscape.
  • Innovations in Renewable Energy Deployment: Discover cutting-edge innovations driving renewable energy adoption and deployment.
  • Cross-Border Collaboration on New Technologies: Examine opportunities for collaboration between the U.S. and Canada on emerging energy technologies.

Cory Basil EDF Renewable Energy

11:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Open Q&A

Speakers

Richard Bratton

Director, Market Policy and Regulatory Affairs
Independent Power Producers of New York (IPPNY)

Kimberly Harriman

SVP, Public & Regulatory Affairs
Avangrid

Paul Hibbard

Principal
Analysis Group

Dan Dolan

President
NEPGA

Scott Nelms

VP Business Development & Strategy
OPG

Rob Gillies

Executive Director, NB Energy Marketing, Energie
NB Power

Christie Prescott

Director, Wholesale Power Contracts
The United Illuminating Company

Philip Bartlett

Chair
Maine Public Utilities Commission

Chuck Farmer

VP of Planning, Conservation & Resource Adequacy and Chief Energy Transition Officer
Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)

Lorraine Gray

VP System Operations & Station Services
Hydro One

Chris Sandve

Chief Regulatory Officer & Director, Policy and Engagement
BC Hydro

Senior Representative

Enbridge

Cory Basil

EDF Renewable Energy

Location

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
199 Bay Street, Suite 4000, Commerce Court West
Toronto, Ontario, M5L 1A9
Ottawa Humber Conference Room & West Buffet Area (40th floor)

Nearby Hotels/Airports

Hotel Victoria
56 Yonge St.
Toronto, ON M5E 1G5 Canada
416-363-1666
300 meters from host location

One King West Hotel & Residence
1 King St. W.
Toronto, ON M5H 1A1 Canada
416-548-8100
450 meters from host location

Cambridge Suites Toronto
15 Richmond St. E.
Toronto, ON M5C 1N2 Canada
416-368-1990
500 meters from host location

Hilton Toronto
145 Richmond St. W.
Toronto, ON M5H 2L2 Canada
416-869-3456
800 meters from host location

Continuing Education Credits

Credits

IACET

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EUCI is authorized by IACET to offer 0.8 CEUs for this event

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Who recognizes IACET Credits?

CPE

Upon successful completion of this event, program participants interested in receiving CPE credits will receive a certificate of completion.

Conference CPE Credits: 9.5
There is no prerequisite for this Conference.
Program field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Advanced Preparation: None

CpeEUCI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org

CLE

Only registered attendees can request CLE credits for an EUCI course/event.  Please email [email protected] prior to the course start date and list the state where you are licensed and your bar# as well as the name and date of your course/event in your request, and someone will be in contact.

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