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If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Pricing and Eligibility Changes to PURPA, December 15, 2020 Utilities must estimate avoided energy and capacity costs for a variety of reasons, including PURPA contracts, demand side management program design, and proposal evaluations. Historic paradigms for determining avoided costs have consistently yielded values that have
In a world where citizens are increasingly concerned over the consequences of anthropogenic climate change, decarbonization has become a defining goal, Many, perhaps even most, traditional utilities are embracing the necessity for innovations with their customers and in their business models to support decarbonization strategies. This virtual conference will explore different pathways for decarbonizing the energy sector, evaluating the decarbonization
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Avoided Cost Calculations and PURPA, December 14, 2020 PURPA enacted in 1978, was originally intended to encourage alternative energy sources as part of a broader effort to diversify the U.S. energy mix and reduce reliance on foreign supply. PURPA was intended to foster the development
The time to invest in resilient infrastructure is now. Opportunities are abundant as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) created a new program called Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) to help capital asset owners take on resiliency projects for climate action. Extreme temperatures, wildfires, superstorms, rising sea levels, and other hazards are only increasing in frequency and severity resulting
Even with the overwhelming spread of COVID-19, many transmission projects have continued to be approved and initiated – showing an increased resolve by utilities to improve system reliability and security. The 12th Annual Transmission Upgrades and Expansion 2020 conference will convene managers, engineers, and operators into one virtual conference you will not want to miss. For the first time, the
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Advanced Battery Storage, December 9-10, 2020 The traditional definition of “transmission and distribution infrastructure”, miles of wire connecting large generators and substations, is being challenged by technological advancements and public acceptance. If there are load centers that have power needs met by remote, grid-connected generators,
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in these related events Asset Management Fundamentals, December 7, 2020 Transmission & Distribution Asset Analytics, December 8, 2020 This course provides guidelines for management and maintenance of substation primary equipment such as Load Tap Changers (LTC), Transformers, Breakers, etc. We will cover multiple technologies used to monitor primary equipment
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in these related events Asset Management Fundamentals, December 7, 2020 Substation Asset Management Fundamentals, December 9, 2020 Amidst aging transmission and distribution infrastructure, digitally forward asset managers, equipped with advanced analytics tools are realizing significant gain from using data analytics to improve asset health. Data analytics can be used
Offshore Wind development is accelerating in the United States. According to a recent Wood Mackenzie study, the U.S. could benefit from 28 new gigawatts of wind power and $1.7 billion in U.S. Treasury revenue by 2022. Along the Atlantic coast, offshore wind developers are moving to set up their projects, but many questions remain about the supply chain that will
Community choice aggregation (CCA) providers have proliferated in California. These CCAs allow local organizations or governments to procure power on behalf of their residents, businesses, and municipal accounts from an alternative supplier while still receiving transmission and distribution service from their existing utility provider. They are an attractive option for communities that want more local control over their electricity sources,
The energy industry is shifting. Do you know with certainty that your processes, tools and people are effectively working together to continue to grow and thrive as a business? In this course, you will learn how to identify indicators for the market position of a plant and identify changes in the underlying assumptions of a power producer’s success: startup time,
This course is designed to improve the effectiveness of witnesses as they prepare and serve as experts in rate cases and other associated energy industry testimony. The course is organized in two distinct areas; preparing and serving as an expert during the administrative process and learning how to be an effective witness during associated hearings. During the first portion of
The global offshore wind market is expected to witness exuberant growth through 2028, and North America is estimated to be the fastest growing market for offshore wind. A Wood Mackenzie report released on August 5, 2020 found as much as $166 billion could be gained by 2035, along with 80,000 jobs. These jobs can make a real difference in post-pandemic
Drones have now proved themselves as an essential service to the energy industry. More and more utilities have benefited from adopting drones to inspect offshore drilling rigs, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and other operations as they seek to increase efficiency, cut costs, and improve worker safety. In fact, in last year alone more than 108,000 commercial operators registered their drones
The cannabis industry is always changing. From evolving regulatory requirements, to the rise of new cannabis brands, change is constant. The most successful canna businesses have survived partly because of their abilities to adapt. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced all businesses to shift their models to survive. In many ways, the cannabis industry was uniquely prepared for the crisis. Even
The coronavirus pandemic has presented utility regulators with a set of obstacles they have never confronted, challenging them to adapt regulatory tools to balance the interests of customers struggling through unemployment, and electric utilities juggling unanticipated costs and lost revenues. Over the past 10+ years, during other catastrophes like the financial crisis and major hurricanes, state regulators have considered and
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in these related events NERC Fundamentals and Compliance, November 11-12, 2020 This session will provide an overview of the NERC CIP Reliability Standards. The electric grid in North America is at the top of the list of critical infrastructures maintained by Presidential Directive by the Department of Homeland Security
This seminar will explore the keys and speedbumps in order to successfully implement a Geographic Information System solution at your company. This can be a full system replacement, upgrade, or a smaller project such as integrations and version upgrades. This will highlight core Project Management principles but with a specific GIS focus, which will result in the participants leaving with
Over the last several months the prevalence of cloud computing has increased at utilities. A Guidehouse report shows that the global smart grid as a service (SGaaS) market, focusing on data services, cloud-based software, and fully managed services is expected to grow to $6 billion in 2025. But there are still barriers to overcome at both the utility and regulatory
In the aftermath of the Orrville Dam crisis in 2017 and then the dam failures in Michigan this past summer, dam safety has become a very hot topic. Dam owners are responsible for the operation and maintenance of their facilities. Depending on the purpose of the dam (i.e. hydropower, water supply, flood control, etc.), the regulatory requirements are defined by
Federal funding for infrastructure development is coming. President Trump and presidential candidate, Joe Biden, have both proposed infrastructure investment plans for over one trillion dollars. It comes at a good time because according to the World Economic Forum the United States ranks 13th in quality of infrastructure. In every sector project development opportunities are abundant. Every sector is experiencing priorities
The Electric Power Grid will increase participant’s understanding of the electric grid and how it functions. Join us to learn how power is generated, generation resources, substations, transmission, distribution, and utilization will be provided along with the essential reliability and resilience aspects of the power grid. Attendees do not need to have engineering or technical background. Participants completing this one-day
The concept of the Digital Oilfield started about twenty years ago when increased field instrumentation, process control, and advanced software and data analysis techniques were brought to the operations and engineering practices in the oil field. Now, the new generation of the digital oilfield is going farther with smart equipment, automation, and more statistical analysis and machine learning models. The
The concept of the Digital Oilfield started about twenty years ago when increased field instrumentation, process control, and advanced software and data analysis techniques were brought to the operations and engineering practices in the oil field. Now, the new generation of the digital oilfield is going farther with smart equipment, automation, and more statistical analysis and machine learning models. The
This course will offer a practical multi-faceted look at utility supply chain excellence through foundational concepts and what has proven to work well at utilities while also discussing the impacts to utility supply chains as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The foundation of the day and a half of engaging instruction will be; what is supply chain excellence
Energy infrastructure projects can be characterized by high perceived risk and low stakeholder trust. A balance must be struck between the need for additional energy development and landowner priorities, environmental impact considerations and regulatory compliance. A comprehensive strategic public engagement process is a key tenet to the success of any energy project. Whether it be transmission or a renewable project,
The concept of the Digital Oilfield started about twenty years ago when increased field instrumentation, process control, and advanced software and data analysis techniques were brought to the operations and engineering practices in the oil field. Now, the new generation of the digital oilfield is going farther with smart equipment, automation, and more statistical analysis and machine learning models. The
The coronavirus outbreak has caused far-reaching concern and economic hardship for consumers, businesses, and communities across the globe. Utilities across North America share in this hardship as millions of customers struggle to pay their utility bill during these difficult times. Prior to the pandemic, utilities were already facing increasing pressure from stakeholders and communities to improve their financial performance and
The demonstrations and protests that have swept the country are pushing the energy industry to address its own diversity problems. Creating diverse, inclusive environments is a priority for businesses across the globe. Benefits of a diverse workforce include higher productivity and improved performance, increased creativity and better decision-making. While the energy industry has made progress toward diversification, more work is
Utilities are natural monopoly service providers and, therefore, subject to unique financial requirements and regulations. Unlike competitive service providers, tariff rates and cost recovery mechanisms are subject to unique principles and differing levels of regulatory oversight. This introductory class provides a brief overview of the underlying financial concepts for utilities with a focus on Investor Owned Utilities. Learning Objectives The
The English-language proverb “necessity is the mother of invention” could not be more appropriate than it is today. Still knee deep in combating the COVID-19 pandemic and now navigating the effects of an economic slowdown, financial markets and public policy are at a crossroads. Planned capital investments by utilities on infrastructure projects to maintain and increase reliability and resiliency, coupled
This is a two-part complimentary webcast series. We encourage you to also participate in session 1: Wildfire Mitigation: Wildfire Risk, Safety Culture & Innovations for Utility Operations – Part 1, September 10, 2020 Learning Outcomes This webinar will provide attendees an opportunity to: Identify remote strategies for weather monitoring Demonstrate knowledge of weather predictive services Develop action plans to mitigate
This is a two-part complimentary webcast series. We encourage you to also participate in session 2: Wildfire Mitigation: Wildfire Risk, Safety Culture & Innovations for Utility Operations – Part 2, September 17, 2020 This webinar will provide attendees an opportunity to: Identify remote strategies for weather monitoring Demonstrate knowledge of weather predictive services Develop action plans to mitigate wildfire threats
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event PJM Fundamentals & Operations, October 8, 2020 This workshop will examine developing policy and technology trends that have recently roiled certain PJM Interconnection market elements, such as: Recent, controversial FERC Orders and PJM responses to Capacity Market, Reserve Market and other design mandates State regulatory
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related events PJM Fundamentals & Operations, October 8, 2020 PJM Market Updates & Dynamics: Their Implications for Market Participants, October 9, 2020 This workshop will examine the key trends that have upended market dynamics in the New York wholesale electricity market (NYISO), and whose future disposition will
Canada’s electric utilities are facing the prospect of sweeping changes as their industries transform. Advanced metering, distributed generation (including rooftop solar), home battery storage, smarter thermostats, and electric vehicles are all influencing rate design for small customers. The arrival and growth of data centers and large greenhouses are presenting pricing challenges for large customers. On all fronts, utilities are confronted
Canada’s electric utilities are facing the prospect of sweeping changes as their industries transform. Advanced metering, distributed generation (including rooftop solar), home battery storage, smarter thermostats, and electric vehicles are all influencing rate design for small customers. The arrival and growth of data centers and large greenhouses are presenting pricing challenges for large customers. On all fronts, utilities are confronted
This course will evaluate the current status and activity in both renewable energy and carbon markets in the U.S., discussing their history and development process through regulation, policy, and increasing consumer awareness and demand. It will review the function of different environmental markets and products such as: Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) and their essential role in renewable energy developments and
The Western electric grid is experiencing significant changes in its bulk power system through an evolving resource mix, paradigm shift in generation sources and expanding regional electricity markets. Contributing to these fundamental shifts in the grid is the continued penetration of demand-side and energy storage solutions, in tandem with a transition from baseload fossil-fuel generation fleet to a more diversified
The growth of renewable generation around the country is creating structural change in electricity markets, driving dramatic increases in volatility in both day-ahead and real-time energy markets. Battery storage, given its fast ramping capability, offers a unique opportunity for taking advantage of these changing market dynamics. The energy landscape is constantly changing as well as ancillary prices across ISOs, so
The convergence of the requirements of NERC under CIP 013-1 and the new demands coming from both the White House BES Executive Order and DOE guidance has raised questions about liability and compliance mandates for utility supply chain professionals and the vendors/suppliers to the utility industry. According to CIP 013-1 which begins October 1, 2020, utilities and 3rd party vendors
Changing market conditions are shaping the M&A outlook in oil and gas. Consolidation is expected to accelerate due to financial distress. Financially stable companies will continue to seek out strategic deals and the current environment will likely provide many opportunities. Lower valuations will get the attention of buyers, but this alone won’t close deals. Buyers will be evaluating resilience and
The energy storage industry continues to gain momentum around the world as industries of all types are actively working to minimize their carbon footprints and increase profits. While most energy storage deployments are stationary solutions, grid operators and facility owners around the world are beginning to recognize the value that mobile systems can provide. Utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), regional
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Remote Project Management, September 28, 2020 Utilities have an abundance of projects with varying needs vying for resources. Portfolio Management is the practice of identifying the highest value projects for execution at the right time in order to promote the strategic initiatives of a corporation.
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Energy Project Portfolio Management, September 29-30, 2020 Although managing projects remotely is not a new concept, the process became a requirement in 2020, therefore leading countless people and organizations into what could potentially be unfamiliar territory. Through this course, attendees will understand how to successfully
The managing of existing or the upgrading of transmission lines in right of ways have their unique challenges, while developing and siting new transmission projects creating new right of ways (ROW) is an increasingly complex and challenging process. Electric utilities and transmission developers must balance the competing interests of all stakeholders. Special attention is required at every stage of the
This 1½ day symposium will examine the dominant appraisal methodologies applied to renewable energy projects. It will review the income approach, dissecting salient features that drive the all-important measures relied on for transaction negotiations and execution. The program will distinguish appraisal nuances among the various classes of renewable energy project types, as well as accounting for differences in used, mature
This program is designed to provide utilities who are exploring the potential for utilizing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) with a solid foundation about the capabilities and limitations of the technology. The workshop will also provide you with the tools to adapt current processes to leverage this rapidly developing technology as well as identify when drones present a real opportunity for
This one-day course will offer a wide perspective on nine different environmental legal areas of interest for electric utilities. These topic areas affect a wide range of disciplines and personnel within a utility and will be a satisfying overview of up-to-date changes and status of rules affecting each topic area. The areas discussed as part of this course are: the
The era of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) pilot projects is over. Renewables and DERs are now growing at such a rapid pace that utilities need to be thinking ahead of this transition. The traditional power system engineering paradigm is turned upside-down: causing us to rethink the relationship of transmission and distribution and the frequency by which load is managed. The
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