Top Washington DC and CA Energy Officials Discuss Future of Power Industry
-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Power grid reliability that taps smart and green technologies is high on the nation’s agenda and California is leading the way as the electricity industry works to level the playing field for diverse resources competing in a new wholesale electricity market. The California Independent System Operator Corporation (California ISO) is hosting a first of its kind Stakeholder Symposium to facilitate a comprehensive discussion of market and grid issues. A broad spectrum of attendees is expected, including policymakers, consumer groups, utilities, market participants, the ISO Board of Governors and ISO executive management.
The Stakeholder Symposium features keynote addresses by Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chair Jon Wellinghoff and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) President Michael Peevey. The agenda also includes four concurrent breakout sessions where topical discussions will be facilitated on: (1) environmental stewardship, (2) markets, monitoring and technology enhancements, (3) infrastructure development, and (4) operations and compliance. The breakout sessions will be conducted in the morning and afternoon to allow attendees to participate in the discussions of greatest interest to them. The symposium format is intended to promote lively and interactive discussions between various stakeholder segments.
| ISO Stakeholder Symposium: | ||
| Time/Agenda: | Wednesday, October 7: Reception and dinner from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. | |
| Keynote address by FERC Chair Jon Wellinghoff | ||
| Thursday, October 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | ||
| Keynote address by CPUC President Michael Peevey and breakout sessions | ||
| Location: | Sacramento Sheraton Hotel at 1230 J Street 916.447.1700 | |
| Agenda & | By Sept. 30th at: http://www.caiso.com/23d2/23d295d86d2a0.pdf. | |
| NOTE: The registration fee will be waived for members of the media. | ||
| Media Availability: | Thursday, October 8 at 1:00 pm with ISO CEO Yakout Mansour, ISO Board Chair Mason Willrich, and keynote speakers | |
California ISO Media Hotline | 888.516.6397
151 Blue Ravine Road | Folsom, California 95630 | www.caiso.com
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The California ISO operates the state’s wholesale transmission grid, providing open and non-discriminatory access supported by a competitive energy market and comprehensive planning efforts. Partnering with more than 90 client organizations, the ISO is dedicated to the continual development and reliable operation of a modern grid that operates at the least cost to the benefit of consumers. The ISO bulk power market allocates space on transmission lines, maintains operating reserves and matches supply with demand. Recognizing the importance of global climate change, the ISO welcomes new, advanced technologies that will help meet the energy needs of 30 million Californians efficiently and cleanly. The ISO is a nonprofit public benefit corporation.
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