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Detailed Conference Agenda |
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| 7:30 AM Registration & Sponsor Exhibits Open – Continental Breakfast |
8:15 AM Opening Address From Day One Chair
 Linda Bertoldi,
Senior Partner, Chair, National Electricity Markets Group,
Co-chair, Energy Markets Group,
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP |
8:30 AM Keynote Address
Enabling A Smarter Grid To Meet Energy Requirements And Encourage Innovation
Recent policies combined with potential for technological innovations and business opportunities have attracted a high level of interest in smart grids. We face both opportunities and challenges.
 How to retrofit and engineer a stable, resilient grid with large numbers of unpredictable power
sources?
What roles will assets optimization, increased efficiency, energy storage, electrification of
transportation, cyber security, and other technologies play in the grid of the future?
What are the emerging technologies to enable new products, services, and markets?
 Massoud Amin,
Electrical and Computer Engineering Professor, Director,
Center for the Development of Technological Leadership,
University of Minnesota
Dr. Amin has pioneered R&D into smart electric power grids, coined the term ‘self-healing grid’ and has led the development of more than 24 advanced technologies for national critical infrastructures. He is in high demand as a speaker and author, has given briefs on Capitol Hill, and is an active member of numerous boards and associations including IEEE.
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9:15 AM Case Study: Hydro One
Economic Analysis: Exploring the Costs and Benefits to Smart Grid Implementation
One issue around smart grid adoption is that of investment costs and expected subsequent rate increases to consumers. What are the likely costs associated with implementation? The economic analysis will be framed by Hydro One’s experiences in developing its Smart Grid.
Background and the next steps
Building the business case: economics and justifications
Addressing the societal perspective
 David Curtis,
Director, Asset Management, Processes and Policies,
Hydro One Networks Inc. |
 10:00 AM Sponsor Exhibit Area – Networking Break
Interact with conference speakers and fellow attendees. Sponsored by: |
10:30 AM Case Study: Malta
Smart Grid Country: Benefits and Realities with Designing a Nationwide Smart Grid
Malta’s project is a world first for a nation, deploying smart meters within its network and creating at the same time the foundations for a smart network. The advantages of a small nation are offset by the complexity of the network realities, while major projects are being done in parallel to ensure that by 2012–2013 this small European nation is at the forefront of energy and resource management.
Replacement of analog electricity meters
Integration of water meters with radio communications
Expected benefits to consumers and the community
Hear how key utility processes will be transformed over three years through a nationwide smart grid implementation.
 Ing. Karl Camilleri,
CEO,
Enemalta Corporation |
11:15 AM Panel Discussion
Grid Security: Communications Requirements and Safeguards for a Reliable and Protected Smart Grid
As data collection increases through the application of SCADA, smart meters and more, the backbone to support two-way communications is critical. Join this panel of experts to:
Assess upgrades required and options, including BPL and wireless
Identify potential threats, risks and vulnerabilities
Review defenses, countermeasures and tools to bolster security
Walk through the options available to make your smart grid reliable and safe.
David Curtis,
Director, Asset Management, Processes and Policies,
Hydro One Networks Inc.
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 Tyler Williams,
President & CEO,
Wurldtech Security
Technologies, Inc. |
 Doug Houseman,
Global CTO Energy, Utilities & Chemicals,
Capgemini |
 Hyman Chantz
Executive Consultant Security
& Privacy Services,
IBM |
 Moderator: Pan Kamal, CISA
Director of Marketing
AlertEnterprise |
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12:00 PM Exhibition Area – Networking Luncheon
Join the conference speakers and your peers for a relaxing luncheon. |
1:30 PM Case Study: Manitoba Hydro
Building the Business Case for Smart Meters and the Smart Grid
Manitoba Hydro looks at operational efficiencies, capital investment, and impacts on the rate base and the customer. Hear valuable details about the business case for smart metering and the smart grid:
Improve performance
Optimize investments
Increase efficiency
Ted Cotton,
Business Solutions Manager,
Manitoba Hydro |
2:15 PM Case Study: Toronto Hydro
Connecting the Smart Grid: Strategy for Toronto Hydro’s Electricity Network of the Future
The Smart Grid represents the single greatest quantum leap in the history of the electric utility, a transformation of how it functions in its social, economical and environmental contexts. The perfect storm has arrived. The challenge lies not in the vision, but in translating vision into action by navigating a path through this perfect storm. This presentation will discuss Toronto Hydro’s course.
Defining Toronto’s Smart Grid
Impact of external drivers such as the Green Energy Act, City of Toronto’s Climate Change Plan
and technology evolution
Roadmap towards Smart Grid realization
Launching of Toronto’s Smart Grid community
 Anthony Haines,
President,
Toronto Hydro Electric Systems Ltd. |
3:00 PM Sponsor Exhibit Area – Networking Break
Continue the debate and discussion with your peers while sponsored by:
enjoying a refreshing break. |
3:30 PM
Advancing the Framework for Standardization and Interoperability
Interoperable applications that cross the boundaries between systems are needed before widespread smart grid adoption. Hear how leading organizations are laying out the framework for plug-and-play of systems and devices from the meter to the control center. This session will:
Identify the most critical communications protocols and data formats
Demonstrate how the industry is building alliances and partnerships
Enable acceleration of technology with a predictable technical infrastructure
Gary Rackliffe
Vice-president, Smart Grids
ABB Inc. |
4:15 PM Case Study: Burlington Hydro
Optimizing Cost-Effective Electricity Service with Smart Grid Technology
Burlington Hydro has embarked on an initiative to transform the electricity system into the smart grid of tomorrow with the GridSmartCity™ plan. In order to build a greener electricity system, the plan brings together stakeholders to promote the growth of smart grids.
Collaborate with partners
Enable and benefit from new technologies
Promote effective electricity cost management
 Gerry Smallegange,
President and CEO,
Burlington Hydro Electric Inc.
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| 5:00 PM Conference Adjourns to Day Two |
 Cocktail Reception
Network with fellow delegates and speakers and enjoy complimentary appetizers and drinks in the Georgian Hall.** |
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| 7:30 AM Registration & Sponsor Exhibits Open – Continental Breakfast |
8:15 AM Opening Address From Day Two Chair
 J. Mark Rodger,
Partner, Co-chair, Energy Markets Group,
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
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8:30 AM Ontario Update:
Response to the Evolving Energy Industry: Attracting Investment Into Reliable and Renewable Energy
The Green Energy and Green Economy Act requires distributors to build a smart distribution infrastructure. The smart grid will allow better integration of production, delivery and consumption through improved communications and automation. The Ontario Energy Board has an important role in making this happen and is working quickly to ensure that the right regulatory structures are in place to support the government’s goal for technological innovation through the smart grid. Find out how the Board will:
Assess distributor plans for smart grid development
Remove regulatory barriers while ensuring prudence
Facilitate timely investment in renewable connection and smart grid development
Brian Hewson,
Senior Manager, Networks & Smart Grid Policy,
Ontario Energy Board |
9:15 AM Overview of National and International Developments: Regulatory, Economic and Technology
Smart grid is developing swiftly in different ways in different areas. Standards are being developed under the Obama Administration in the United States, the EU is also making great strides, and Canada is seeing developments at the national and provincial levels. This session will review the range of developments including three key areas:
Regulatory
Economic
Technological
 Eli Turk,
Vice President,
Canadian Electricity Association
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10:00 AM Sponsor Exhibit Area – Networking Break
Interact with conference speakers and fellow attendees. |
10:30 AM Integrating Clean Energy Into The Smart Grid For Long Term Sustainability
Utilities must keep abreast of the changes in the energy world, including consumer interest in green initiatives, grid complexities and changing politics and regulations. Distributed renewables presents a great challenge to the future of the electric system. Get up to speed with information on:
Integration of clean energy and smart grid strategies
Benefits of integrating renewables into a Smart Grid implementation plan
David Beauvais,
Smart Grid Project Leader,
Natural Resources Canada |
11:15 AM Panel Discussion
Smart Metering: Success Factors for Selection, Implementation and Management
A key component of a smart grid is that of smart meters, which allow two-way communications between the utility and customers. A robust system can measure consumption, record voltage, verify outages, and more. Join this session to:
Identify needs and objectives of your organization
Hear tips and success factors for vendor selection and implementation
Learn about resources required and best practices for on-going management
Take away insights to help you better select, implement and manage your smart meters.
 Moderator: Paul Ferguson,
President, Newmarket-
Tay Power; Director,
Newmarket Hydro
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Patti Harper-Slaboszewicz,
Senior Director, Smart Grid,
UtiliPoint International |
 Mark Fecenko,
Partner,
National Director IT Practice,
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP |
Sandip Dasgupta,
Business Manager – Energy
and Utilities Practice,
TATA Consultancy Services |
 Bruce Orloff,
IUN/Smart Grid Lead,
IBM Canada |
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12:00 PM Exhibition Area – Networking Luncheon
Join the conference speakers and your peers for a relaxing luncheon. |
1:30 PM Modernizing Electricity Delivery Systems With Smart Grid and Partnerships for Sustainable Communities
Bill 150, the Green Energy and Green Economy Act, is ambitious and enabling legislation that is making fundamental changes to the roles and responsibilities of the province’s local electricity distributors. This presentation will inspect:
Opportunities in renewable and distributed generation, smart grid development, and new
responsibilities in the delivery of CDM activities
Proposed changes to the electricity market, advocated through the vision of the LDC sector
The future role of electricity distributors in building ‘sustainable communities of tomorrow’
 John Loucks,
Chair, Electricity Distributors Association;
Chief Operating Officer, Brantford Power |
2:15 PM Case Study: BC Hydro
Smart Grid As A Strategy: Building A Roadmap for Smart Grid Projects
BC Hydro is a national leader in Smart Grid development, and is building an integrated roadmap for a number of projects. Hear about the progress and upcoming developments to tie together the various initiatives, including:
Advanced communications, smart grid applications, smart metering, DMS and substatio
automation
Future requirements and planning including plug in electric vehicles, distributed generation and
microgrids
Yasuhiko Ogushi,
Strategic Coordinator, Smart Grid,
BC Hydro
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3:00 PM Sponsor Exhibit Area – Networking Break
Continue the debate and discussion with your peers while enjoying a refreshing break. |
3:30 PM Case Study: Chatham-Kent Hydro
Increasing Reliability and Efficiency of Distribution Systems by Interfacing Smart Meter Data With GIS
Chatham-Kent Hydro is on the leading edge of the movement toward a smart grid and is taking steps to increase the reliability and efficiency of its overall distribution system. Hear about the utility’s background in smart grid development and their plans to move forward.
Building the backbone for the smart grid
Benefits of interfacing smart meter data with GIS
Plans to expand the Peaksaver program to empower customers
Dan Charron,
Director of Engineering and Technical Services,
Chatham-Kent Hydro |
4:15 PM Wrap-Up Peer-to-Peer Discussion
How Can Smart Grid Transform the Utility Industry In Canada?
Drawing on the information presented over the past two days, join a group of your peers to discuss how smart grid can transform the industry in Canada, including:
How should “Smart Grid” really be defined?
Smart grid functionality and costs
Benefits to utilities and consumers
Requirements to support the depth and breadth of information that result from smart grid operations
Benefits from the application of this information
 Moderator Grant Gilchrist, P. Eng.
Consulting Engineer, Data Communications
EnerNex Corporation |
| 5:00 PM Conference Adjourns |
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