2009 APPA National Conference
June 13 - June 17, 2009 • Salt Palace Convention Center
Top 10 Reasons to Attend the APPA National Conference
1. Stimulus Funding – Federal stimulus money is available to all public power utilities: more than $18 billion has been allocated for energy efficiency, conservation, and renewable energy; $4.4 billion for smart grid, $1.4 billion for broadband, and the list goes on. Conference sessions will provide a funding roadmap detailing what’s available, how to apply, and what to do when you get the funding. Don’t be left out!
2. Regulation – NERC ERO (mandatory) compliance, FERC’s Demand-Response Action Plan, and new FERC authorities and initiatives under Obama appointees will be covered in multiple sessions.
3. Renewable Energy – Requirements at the state and federal levels will be analyzed, and sessions on planning, funding, pricing, and integrating renewable energy resources will be addressed.
4. Value – Salt Lake City is one of the most centrally located and low-cost cities in the country to visit, ranked as one of the 15 best value cities for business travel. Delta Airlines has just expanded the number of flights that serve SLC and hotel rates will never be lower (the APPA rate is $149.00 per night single/double).
5. Energy Efficiency – State and federal regulations may require energy efficiency goals for all utilities, and your customers need help managing their usage as many of them face their own financial strains. Conference sessions will cover why low-cost, energy efficiency programs make sense for your utility; how to plan for them by determining those customer segments where efficiency investments will provide the greatest return; and how to implement and measure the results of your energy efficiency program.
6. National Energy Policy – Officials from the Obama administration, plus APPA staff and others will be on hand to describe the President’s plan for cleaner air, efficiency, use of renewable resources, regulation, and the 3 million green jobs promised in his campaign.
7. Giving Back – Like last year in New Orleans, Friday, June 12, 2009, will be devoted to the “Public Power Day of Giving,” an opportunity to work with less fortunate homeowners in public power communities who need help restoring and making their homes safe and more energy efficient.
8. Power Supply – Now’s here’s a challenge… The future costs of fuels; the future (if there is one) for new coal plants; the future (and how long that will be) for nuclear power; how much we can count on renewable energy; and what do we do now to the keep the lights on will be the subject of numerous sessions.
9. Governance and Management – This may be one of the most challenging times in our business. How do boards set policy and what does management recommend given all these issues? Sessions for boards, city councils and management will cover new business strategies, finance issues and capital availability, having the right workforce in place, dealing with the economic downturn, and reaching out to your political leaders, customers, and stakeholders.
10. ALL THIS… plus the natural beauty, entertainment and history of Salt Lake City and Utah – There are more than 100 restaurants within walking distance of the conference hotels; Utah has more national parks (6) than any other state; you can hear the Mormon Tabernacle Choir live and in-person and research your family’s genealogical history; visit one of the most beautiful states in the nation; and much, much more.
Finally, attending the APPA National Conference will be the best time and money you spend this year because more than 1,500 public power leaders, vendors, policy makers and guests will be there to share ideas and develop networks… and the value of that is priceless.
Public Power Day of Giving
Community forms the heart of who we are as an industry. Public power exists solely because of the strength and determination of local communities, and in turn, our communities are stronger because they have public power.
Following the overwhelming response we received last year, APPA is thrilled to offer attendees of the 2009 National Conference another opportunity to give back to a local community. Volunteers in the 2009 Public Power Day of Giving will help build, repair, and rehabilitate homes in public power communities near Salt Lake City.
APPA warmly invites you to join in the Public Power Day of Giving on Friday, June 12, 2009.
More about the Public Power Day of Giving •
Partnership Opportunities
Agenda
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Friday, June 12
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7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Public Power Day of Giving Details
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Saturday, June 13
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8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Pre-Conference Seminars Details
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Electric Utility Basics
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The Challenges and Opportunities of Renewables
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Introduction to Utility Governance
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Financial Planning for Boards and Managers
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Conducting an Organizational Check Up (a.m.)
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Ensuring Your Utility's Human Capital Is Aligned to Best Serve Your Customers (p.m.)
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Sunday, June 14
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8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Pre-Conference Seminars Details
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Avoiding Enforcement Problems with NERC and FERC Requirements
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Energy and Climate Policy
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Board Leadership and Decision Making for Officers and CEOs
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Strategic Distribution Planning and Smart Grid Technologies
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Developing, Measuring and Pricing Energy Efficiency Programs
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2 - 4 p.m.
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Legislative & Resolutions Committee Meeting
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6 - 7:30 p.m.
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Welcoming Reception Details
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Monday, June 15
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7 - 8:15 a.m.
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PowerPAC Breakfast Details
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8 - 10:30 a.m.
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Opening General Session Details
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Public Power's Role in Meeting Our Economic and Energy Needs, Mark Crisson, President & CEO, APPA
Setting National Priorities in a Changing World, Michael Leavitt, immediate past secretary, U.S. Dept. of Heath & Human Services, former administrator of the EPA and three-term governor of Utah
How Smart Grid Will Change the Way Utilities Do Busines, Bob Gilligan, Vice President of Transmission and Distribution, GE Energy
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11 a.m. - Noon
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Breakout Sessions Details
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Board Governance for the Green Wave: Leadership Skills for Converging Markets
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Projecting Fuel Costs: Will Traditional Fuels Become Noncompetitive?
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Infrastructure Needs for a Low Carbon Future: The Role of the Smart Grid
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Starting an Energy Efficiency Program That is Right for Your Utility
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Measuring and Developing Your Community's Carbon Footprint
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Educating Tomorrow's Power Technicians and Engineers Today
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Financing Capital Projects in Difficult Market Conditions
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Federal Legislative Update
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1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
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Breakout Sessions Details
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Strategic Business Planning in a Changing Environment
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The Political and Technology Challenges of Nuclear Power
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What Will It Take to Get New Transmission Built?
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Utility Tools and Programs that Encourage Energy Efficiency
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What Renewable Options and Opportunities Are Best for Your Utility?
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Careers in Public Power: APPA Services and Utility Programs to Improve Retention and Recruitment Efforts
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Explaining Rising Energy Costs to Customers: Utility Case Studies
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Cyber Security: Practical Utility Programs That Work
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3 - 4 p.m.
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General Session Details
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What Are the Challenges and Commercial Obstacles to Making Carbon Capture and Sequestration a Reality? Sarah Forbes, Work Resources Institute
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4 - 6 p.m.
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Public Power Expo Opening Reception Details
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Tuesday, June 16
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8 - 10 a.m.
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Presentation of Awards and General Session Details
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The Power of Information Dan Reicher, Google.org
The Electric Vehicle Revolution: Utility Bane or Boon? Sven Thesen, Better Place
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10 - 11 a.m.
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Public Power Expo Coffee Break Details
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11 a.m. - Noon
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Breakout Sessions Details
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How Policymakers are Responding to the Current Economic Downturn
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How WIll the Electric Industry Meet Requirements for Future Capacity?
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What You Need to Know About NERC ERO Compliance Guidelines
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Rate and Revenue Considerations When Starting an Energy Efficiency Program
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Plug-In Hybrids and Electric Vehicles Are Coming: Is Your Utility Ready?
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Using Schools to Educate the Community on Energy Efficiency and Work Force Opportunities
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Assisting Key Accounts with their Sustainability Efforts
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What's Happening in California (And How It May Affect the Rest of the Country)
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Talk to FERC About the National Action Plan on Demand Response
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Noon - 1:30 p.m.
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Public Power Expo Closing Luncheon Details
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1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
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Breakout Sessions Details
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Monitoring Organizational Performance for Utility Governing Boards
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The Challenge of Building a Coal Plant in Today's Environment
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FERC Update: What Can Public Power Expect from the New Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
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Measuring the Effectiveness of Your Energy Efficiency Efforts
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Update on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) and Opportunities for Public Power
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Lineworker Training and Apprenticeship: Growing Your Own Technical Staff
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Dealing with Customers' Inability to Pay in Tough Economic Times
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Broadband: Meeting National and Local Opportunities and Customer Needs
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2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
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General Session Details
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The U.S. Economic Crisis: What's Happening, How We Got Here, How We Get Out, Jeff Thredgold, economist
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4 p.m.
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Association Business Meeting Details
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8 p.m.
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Concert Details
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Wednesday, June 17
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8 a.m.
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Board Chair's Breakfast & Closing Session Details
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America's Electricity Challenges: The Road Ahead, Randy Udall, Community Office for Resource Efficiency
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11 a.m.
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Adjourn
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About the APPA National Conference
APPA's National Conference is the Association's premier annual event, attracting mayors, city council members, elected and appointed utility board members, and senior utility executives. Over 1,500 individuals active in the public power industry attend this event held each year in June.
The conference features over 30 sessions on the topics facing the electric utility industry and public power, covering all facets of utility governance and operations. It's a great tool for those in the industry to learn about trends, changes, and new ideas, as well as ways to develop practical programs to benefit customers.
APPA's National Conference is also the Association's annual major policy-setting meeting, where the APPA Board of Directors and Legislative and Resolutions Committee convene to approve policy objectives for the coming year.
Visit Salt Lake
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Downtown Salt Lake City and Oquirrh Mountains
Photo by Jason Mathis
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Nestled at the foot of the rugged Wasatch Mountains, Salt Lake City features one of the most scenic backdrops in the country. But that’s not all the city has to offer – Salt Lake has all of the amenities of a major metropolitan city with the warm, welcoming friendliness of a small western town. In recent years, the city has morphed into a surprisingly diverse mini-metropolis with interesting restaurants, an arts presence and—believe it or not—a bar scene. The city's nightlife offers any number of choices, from exceptional dining to live rock music to the symphony to professional basketball. In other words, there's always something to do at the end of the day.
Learn more about the exciting opportunities that await you in Salt Lake:
Explore Salt Lake City • Explore Salt Lake Valley • Explore Utah’s National Parks and Monuments
Salt Lake City: The secret's out...
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Nightlife in Salt Lake City
Photo by Eric Schramm
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Salt Lake has bars, brewpubs, and restaurants that serve liquor seven days a week. Just steps away from the convention center are two brewpubs – Squatter’s and Red Rock Brewing Company – that walked away with seven medals at the 2007 Great American Beer Festival.
Dining in Salt Lake is a culinary adventure, with hundreds of restaurants offering a wide variety of cuisine and atmosphere. A diverse ethnic mix is available, from Afghan to Vietnamese to Rocky Mountain regional favorites.
Downtown restaurants are just steps away from clubs and lounges offering everything from live rock ‘n’ roll to jazz and blues, or energetic country western line dancing.
Dinner, drinks and dancing: just one more way that Salt Lake is Different by Nature.
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