Smart Grid: Intelligent Transmission and Distribution Conference

Increased Electric Grid Stability: Recognizing the Opportunity Through Improved Transmission & Distribution

March 8-9, 2010

Miami, FL

While smart grid strategies have been in development for nearly twenty years, it is really only recently that the technology has truly caught up with the promise of increased efficiency, reliability and security. With federal funds being released to utility companies throughout the nation for the use of upgrading their transmission and distribution facilities to better technologies, companies are finally becoming serious about designing and implementing improved grid components. For many utility companies, there is a base of understanding related to the benefits and value of new technologies, but a lack of knowledge related to where to start in designing and implementing their own “smart grids.”

This smart grid conference will provide an opportunity for utility companies to come together to discover and understand how to begin implementing a more stable grid, from understanding the components required, to recognizing realistic time frames for implementation and deployment of advanced technologies across the grid.

Through in-depth case studies from utility companies that have implemented advanced technologies, or that are in the process of implementing smart grid components, companies will truly understand the requirements from both an internal resource and financial perspective. Solution providers will also be on-hand to answer questions related to the many components required to successfully launch a smart grid initiative, ranging from demand and asset management, transmission upgrades, and better communication networks. These enabling technology providers will provide case-study examples of how technologies can work together to provide more secure, accurate, and reliable service.

Key Sessions to Note

Smart Grid: Overcoming the Hype and Initiating System-Wide Progress
Andres Carvallo, Chief Information Officer
Austin Energy

The Future Looks Bright, and Smart!

Kurt E. Yeager, Executive Director

Galvin Electricity Initiative

Incorporating High-Voltage Transmission Lines to Expedite the Integration of Renewable Power

Lisa M. Barton
VP, Strategy & Business Development
American Electric Power

Policy Changes Needed to Realize the Full Benefits of a Smart Grid for America

Kay Pashos
Vice President Regulatory Affairs, Deputy General Counsel
Alliant Energy

And many more...

For more information please contact:
Paul Hernandez, Marketing Manager
phernandez@Q1productions.com
312-602-9684