This conference will explore the best available information about the impact of innovative technologies on the operation and maintenance of utility transmission and distribution assets. The emergence of interconnected information and control systems demands new technologies for integrated system monitoring and testing. The focus will be on the application of these technologies, particularly to overhead line maintenance and operations. The discussion will range from state of the art research to firsthand accounts of the benefits of using these new technologies in the utility setting.
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VEGETATION MANAGEMENT EVENT OVERVIEW:
Power utilities and their customers are consistently asking far more of transmission and distribution vegetation management programs than in the past. In an effort to promote improved customer service through safety and reliability, liabilities associated with extreme weather and fire risks are now at the front and center of most vegetation management strategic discussions. In taking more aggressive steps to ensure system performance, effective communication to stakeholders remains essential to support the evolution of program strategies. Vegetation managers are directing budgets to removing more trees by eliminating edge-trees and, in some cases, initiating new standards for wider easements to accommodate future practices. Coupled with these efforts is the need to recognize the ecological significance of the ROW on the environment and the impact project work may have, beneficial or otherwise. There remains a need to find balance between potentially aggressive project tactics to prevent loss of power with those for conserving the ecological integrity and use of the land.
Reciprocal reactive goals remain a valid opportunity to manage customer expectations within the realm of vegetation management programs. Targets for addressing customer concerns are, in some cases, determined to be an additional aspect to a preventative program; however, they are a critical aspect of managing a vast array of customer concerns. A great deal of work order software has been developed in accordance with internal, utility-specific processes; however, ensuring the efficient use of funds for managing each individual concern remains complex.
A common vision with long-term objectives remains an important first step in ensuring an alliance between corporate management, vegetation management program teams and their contractors, and the public at large. Agreement on shared outcomes is critical for budgeting, contractor suitability, stability, and customer service. The perspective that all ROWs should be leveraged for environmental integrity in addition to safety and reliability is becoming an integral aspect of planning. This ideology has led to positive outcomes and opportunities for preventative condition-based management, optimized spending, and environmental sustainability, which to a certain extent were not envisioned under historical cyclical regimes.
A great deal of data is critical to support a utility’s vision. Investigation will continue into current technologies for data gathering, ascertaining how data can be leveraged, and perhaps most importantly, how it can be transferred between the owner and third parties for work management. Data gathering is the critical first step, and undertaking it efficiently is essential. The second natural step is collecting pertinent information and sharing it digitally, and many paperless applications are being developed to ensure its effective use, often resulting in real-time reporting.
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As the Transmission & Distribution and Vegetation Management Conference tracks will be co-located, all attendees will have full access to attend all sessions from both tracks.
This conference is an industry open event, with registration available to:
AltaLink
Ameren Corporation
American Electric Power
American Transmission Company
Arizona Public Service Company
ATCO Electric
Avangrid Networks
Avista Corporation
BC Hydro
Bonneville Power Administration
California ISO
Central Hudson Gas and Electric
ComEd/Exelon
Con Edison
Duke Energy
ELES
ENMAX Power Corporation
Entergy Services
EnWin Utilities
EPCOR
ESB (Electricity Supply Board)
Eugene Water and Electric Board
Exelon
FirstEnergy Corporation
Florida Power and Light
FortisBC
Great Lakes Energy
Hetch Hetchy Water and Power
Hydro One Networks
Hydro Ottawa Limited
Hydro-Quebec
Israel Electric Corporation
London Hydro
Manitoba Hydro
Merced Irrigation District
Nalcor Energy
National Grid
National Rural Electric Cooperative Association
New Brunswick Power
New York Power Authority
Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro
Newfoundland Power
Nova Scotia Power
Oncor Electric Delivery
Orange and Rockland Utilities
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Powerlink Queensland
PPL Electric Utilities
Public Service Electric and Gas Company
Salt River Project
San Diego Gas and Electric Company
Saskatoon Light & Power
SaskPower
Seattle City Light
Southern California Edison
Southern Company
Tacoma Power
Tennessee Valley Authority
TEPCO
Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited
TransGrid
Transpower New Zealand
Tucson Electric Power Company
Important Dates:
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Professional Development Hours for CEATI Conferences
Did you know that you could be eligible to use your CEATI conference attendance towards professional development hours? A Certificate of Attendance is available to all conference attendees – simply check with your local accreditation body for more details on how to apply it to their requirements.
The CEATI Young Professionals Group (YPG) is a networking, mentorship, and peer-to-peer support group of inspiring professionals who are new to the electric utility industry. All are welcome, but the target audience is those with less than 10 years of experience in the industry. The YPG virtual networking event on October 18 will provide a focused, industry-open forum for young professionals to network with their peers across the energy sector, discuss common challenges, and share experiences and strategies for positive career growth.
Sign up for this event by emailing yp@ceati.com.
The conference will be hosted online and mirror our in-person event with seamless transitions between activities, including:
The conference will be held virtually this year using Hopin, we will be holding an Orientation Session on November 1st, 2021 for all attendees and presenters. The Orientation will provide attendees with the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the Hopin platform. There will also be dedicated presenter practice sessions based on which session you are presenting in (details to come!).
Attendees will be invited and required to set up a free Hopin account to complete their registration for this event. Hopin system requirements: