The modern utility as we know it rounded into shape in the 1920s, after increased regulation and delivery standardization took hold. Since then, except for the last decade or so, the end user’s relationship with their utility has remained essentially unchanged. The advent of energy choice through deregulation, technological advances in distributed generation (such as rooftop solar), and increased pressure
The emergence of renewable and variable energy resources has drawn attention to the supplemental services — beyond the basics of energy, generating capacity, and power delivery — that utilities, balancing areas and bulk-power systems require to ensure grid stability. Some of these ancillary services (A/S), such as regulation and reactive power, are required during normal operations to maintain the necessary
Traditional utility integrated resource planning (IRP) modeling, analysis and preparation have been dominated by: Central station firm generation sited at specific locations Fueled mainly by gas, coal, oil, hydro and nuclear With one-way transmission and distribution systems And well-established reliability and high resource capacity factors This program will pivot to the new IRP paradigm. It is designed by integrated resource
The Developing, Designing and Managing a Fiber Optic Network for Electric Utilities Conference is constructed to showcase the best practices for cultivating successful Fiber Optics networks – no matter the location. Allowing ease of access to information is an essential aspect to the development of growing and thriving communities. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge of business strategy development, financing, designing
Energy codes and standards mandate baseline efficiency requirements for buildings and appliances in commercial and residential settings. These regulations serve to reduce power demand, lessen environmental impacts, and save consumers money. Codes and standards can also be one of the most cost-effective ways for utilities to save energy and claim savings through state programs. A new wave of state and
Solar PV utility-scale projects now proliferate in the power industry landscape, in both development and acquisition contexts. As a result, the need for quality, systematic due diligence is essential. Such thorough due diligence is complex. Without it, even the slightest unexamined issue can trip up new players and industry veterans alike. While all phases of the project require this scrutiny,
Power generators have developed and revised their ash management, ash storage procedures, and groundwater monitoring plans to keep their facilities in regulation. With the approach taken by the Trump administration’s EPA, District Court rulings, and the impact of citizen lawsuits, there are future changes yet to come with the industry adapting the best they can. This coal ash focused conference
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The natural gas industry is embracing new methodologies in managing methane emissions as more and more gas utilities are realizing dollar and social value in reducing their organization’s environmental footprint. However, there is still a need for further improvement in preventive measures that natural gas utilities can implement. Since timely leak detection is the most important factor in addressing methane
Atomic (a.k.a. nuclear) energy law is the result of an extraordinary tension among national security, an unsatisfied national thirst for energy, and as the hazards became understood, environmental protection. The national security implications of atomic energy have always trumped every other beneficial or detrimental aspect of the application of atomic science and engineering to manufacturing, business, energy production or medical
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Distribution Transformer Fundamentals, February 26-27, 2019 in San Diego, CA This course has been developed at the request of electric utilities and engineering consulting firms for their staff to gain practical experience with overcurrent protection on a typical distribution system. The instructor was specifically selected
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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has estimated that U.S. wind repowering investments could reach $25 billion a year by 2030. Wind repowering – replacing older turbines or other components on a wind farm to improve power capacity and generation – is increasingly becoming an attractive option for developers, owners and investors to profit off existing wind project assets. Federal production
The growth of distributed generation (DG) and distributed energy resources (DERs) is challenging many of the assumptions upon which traditional utility system planning relies. In many regions already, DER penetration is reaching levels at which it has a measurable impact on system planning and operations. For example, DERs are creating two-way power flows on the distribution and transmission grids that
Generation of electricity by renewable sources like solar and wind continues its swift ascendancy in the southeastern U.S., as wind turbines spin on hilltops and solar panels stretch across roofs and fields. This increased renewable generation plays a significant role in advancing sustainability goals and reducing carbon outputs. Even so, the drivers of these new solar and wind farms in
Financial transmission (FTR)/congestion revenue rights (CRRs and TCRs) and auction revenue rights (ARRs) facilitate mandatory, competitive, open transmission access. While the use of these measures is a customary practice among physical market participants, it’s their use as financial instruments that seems to draw the most attention with regard to the efficient operation of the wholesale power marketplace. Several market conditions
Environmental regulations have been a major force in changing the landscape of coal powered generation. Besides regulations, the economic influences of less demand and natural gas prices have further caused non-critical and aging plants to become no longer economically viable. This annual conference will provide owners with the next step in the plant closure process by sharing vital information and
This training program is designed for engineers looking to effectively manage a construction project. The training will cover the following topics with emphases on infrastructure projects: contracts, bidding, financing, code compliance, project planning, scheduling, project control, communication, safety, quality, litigation and potential environmental issues. The contracts, bidding, and code compliance portion will focus on pre-construction activities. The project planning, scheduling,
The 11th annual Western Transmission Summit will bring together top executives from the Western area’s regional planning entities, transmission developers, utilities, and state regulatory agencies to discuss and debate the most critical issues surrounding transmission expansion in the Western region. You will have the opportunity to brainstorm with these thought leaders on how to address complex planning, siting, and market
The heart of the city is changing rapidly. With an unprecedented level of interconnectedness, cities are growing into a bustling metropolis of technology and communication. Upgrading to analytic LED streetlights and switching to EV are now expected practice for modern day utilities. In the midst of this smart revolution it is the utility that bares the unique responsibility of leader—
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Introduction to Human Performance Improvement for Utilities, February 11, 2019 in Phoenix, AZ The “Overview of Human Performance Improvement for Everyone” course explores the principles of HPI, how and why people deviate and events happen in systems, and key concepts of event learning. The course
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If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Introduction to Utility Depreciation, February 27-28, 2019 in Chicago, IL This course guides utilities and energy personnel through the strategies necessary to achieve accurate and meaningful data to provide to consultants doing depreciation studies. The material that will be covered in the course will include,
If this event is of interest you may also be interested in this related event Exploring the Practice of Depreciation, February 28-1, 2019 in Chicago, IL This course provides a foundation for understanding depreciation concepts, thinking through ratemaking implications, and making data collection choices that will impact the content and quality of the depreciation study. This course is intended to
Faced with increasing demands for reliability, improved aesthetics and security, the adoption of gas insulated substations (GIS) by North American utilities is rapidly increasing. Companies also elect to use GIS because of the increased load and limited space present in the urban areas. Often, building new substations or increasing capacity is difficult because land is either not available or is
The process for interconnecting new energy generation to the electric grid — both large scale (LGIP) and small scale (SGIP) — has become increasingly complex. Challenges remain to federal and state regulations and requirements; technical and regulatory issues facing owners of generation and transmission assets continue to evolve; and different motivations influencing the actors in the interconnection process often result
Hawaii is making impressive strides toward hitting its target of 100% renewable energy by 2045. The state, its regulators, utilities and stakeholders are now well down the road towards tackling the commitment to several laudable, though formidable, power system goals: Achieving 100% renewable energy by 2045 Attaining 100% carbon-neutral status by 2045 Creating a flexible grid capable of accommodating and
Optimizing distribution system assets are a more difficult task as distributed energy resources become a bigger player on the distribution system. Analyzing load data is essential to developing an effective forecast. This course will take attendees through traditional distribution system planning practices and move quickly into modern and future trends to be considered. Practical examples and case studies will compare
Transmission infrastructure projects are often characterized by high perceived risk and low stakeholder trust. A balance must be struck between the need for additional transmission development and landowner priorities, environmental impact considerations and regulatory compliance. A comprehensive strategic public participation process is a key tenet to the success of any transmission project. All stakeholders must be engaged throughout the process,
As utility providers diligently work to create exceptional experiences for their customers, one factor often gets in the way: payments. No one likes to see a bill in the mail or electronically, but it may be the only interaction many customers have with their utility. Because a billing statement is the one communication from the power provider that every customer
Going underground with transmission has traditionally been a transmission owner’s last resort because the cost of underground transmission is many times the cost of overhead transmission and maintenance and repair has proved costly and difficult. However, advanced cable technologies are being developed, installation techniques have expanded in terms of options and efficiency while cost factors have improved giving transmission owners
Power grids across the country are moving from old systems of centralized power generating entities to complex multi-directional grids that include millions of diverse power sources. Renewables, microgrids, and even electric vehicles all demand that utilities adopt new ways of operating. This new reality of distributed generation brings challenges to utilities looking to provide reliable service on resilient grids. Fortunately,
Companies are facing the greatest operations challenges they have seen in years, forcing many to reevaluate their individual fleet strategies. In addition to this, utilities are pressured into navigating a host of safety regulations, budget restrictions, and system obstacles. With fragmented costs and inaccurate consumption metrics, maintaining a utility fleet can lead to a slew of inefficiencies and leaking funds.
As we kick-off the year and hurtle through 2019, emerging trends in technology and the desire for sustainability are shaping the future of the data center industry. The explosive popularity of IoT devices, cloud storage and a focus on renewable energies have forced data centers to become adaptable and to create sustainable partnerships with utilities to provide the best locations
Renewable energy providers and their suppliers continue to wrestle with the complexities of the NERC reliability standards implementation, compliance, and enforcement process. Full audit schedules within each regional entity ensure that the stakes remain high. Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards add another level of complexity, further demonstrating to the power industry the difficulties associated with legislating reliability and security. With
As technology advances and the demand for reliable, faster internet services increases, pole owners are faced with increasing pressure to allow wireless attachments on their poles. With the new FCC regulations, what can the electric utilities, carriers and government organizations except for the future of wireless pole attachments? Wading through the waters of joint use and pole attachment agreements can
The goal of this event is to help professionals advance their careers in a traditionally male industry by providing insight into key energy trends and skills for personal and professional development. Join the nation’s most successful women leaders in oil & gas as they share their industry knowledge, strategies and experiences on how to accelerate positive organizational change and personal
As the sunniest region in the United States, the Southwest is leading the nation in solar power deployment. The only drawback grid operators must manage is that solar is a variable resource meaning its output can’t be controlled to fully match customer demand. As utilities, businesses, and individuals switch to cleaner and lower cost renewable energy in droves, the region
For utilities and other power system providers, when considering grid replacements and upgrades it is increasingly important in their capital and infrastructure financial and operational analyses to evaluate “non-wire alternatives” (NWA). These NWA are electricity grid investments and operating practices that employ non-traditional measures to defer, mitigate, or potentially eliminate the need for traditional utility transmission and distribution (T&D) investments.
The electric energy world is in the midst of dramatic and disruptive change at many levels. The convergence of technologies has never been as rapid, or as important as it is today, and the energy industry is undergoing a period of extremely fast-paced evolution that was not visible to most participants even five years ago. This highly-interactive seminar is designed
This two-day course is designed to explore the basic structure of cost of service applied to natural gas delivery at the state jurisdictional level. The course begins by setting cost of service and pricing questions in the context of the overall regulatory structure. Through this approach attendees are exposed to the two major approaches to cost of service: embedded and
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This course will introduce and provide non-technical people with the basics of the overhead distribution system and all the general components that make up the system. Issues that are involved in the design, construction, operation, reliability, protection and maintenance of overhead distribution, as well as safety awareness will be discussed. It will allow people who are not distribution engineers to
The evolution of IoT is ushering in a new era of exciting advancement and serious challenges to the energy sector. With the elevated number of customers, companies, and stakeholders signing themselves onto the smart grid, utilities face an equally growing amount of responsibility…and risk. According to a publication by PwC, about 1.5 million cyber-attacks occur each year, averaging out to
As the energy and commodity markets mushroom in their sophistication, software solutions become increasingly critical to an energy company’s operating success. Tightening margins require technical solutions that can lower market cost, reduce risk and increase profitability. Systems and applications must evolve to meet the ever-increasing demands of users and markets. Most legacy systems — including many longstanding market leaders —
This course has been developed for non-engineers working for electric utilities or involved in business relationships with electric utilities. The course provides a non-technical introduction to the fundamental concepts that form the basis for the design and operation of the integrated electric utility system. The fundamental concepts underlying legacy electric power systems and how the attributes of these systems affect
At this unique forum, you will hear top executives from the area’s RTOs, utilities, transmission developers, and state regulatory agencies discuss and debate the most critical issues surrounding transmission expansion in the Midwest region. You will have the opportunity to brainstorm with these thought leaders on how to address complex planning, siting, and market structure issues while balancing reliability, policy
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