AGENDA
TUESDAY, MAY 24, 2022
The Role of Distributed Energy
8:00-9:00 AM
Registration, Breakfast and Exhibitor Booths Open
9:00-9:15 AM
Welcome Remarks by Governor Mike Dunleavy
9:15-9:45 AM
“The Past, Present and Future of our Energy Systems”
Opening Keynote Presentation by Governor Bill Ritter
(Center for the New Energy Economy, Colorado State University)
9:45-10:00 AM
Remarks by Governor Rick Perry (virtual)
10:00-10:45 AM
“The Politics of Energy” Executive Leadership Panel Presentation
Moderator: Governor Bill Ritter
- Governor Mike Dunleavy (AK)
- Governor John Bel Edwards (LA) (virtual)
10:45-11:00 AM
Break
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
“The Power of Microgrids” Panel Presentation
Moderator: Gwen Holdmann (ACEP)
- Phil Maker (REMHART, Charles Darwin University)
- Ian Baring-Gould (NREL)
- Peter Lilienthal (Founder, HOMER Energy)
12:00 PM
Lunch is served
12:15-12:30 PM
“The Five Smartest Blocks in the World”
Lunch Presentation by Curt Kirkeby (Avista Utilities)
12:30-1:15 PM
Remarks and Q&A with Secretary Michael Pompeo (virtual)
1:15-1:30 PM
Press Event
Governor Dunleavy and Governor Ritter will be available to press outside
the ballroom at this time.
1:30-2:30 PM
PIONEERS
“A Global View on Microgrid and Distributed Energy Strategies”
PERSPECTIVES
“The Human Element: Building Capacity in Alaska”
Moderator: Tim Sandstrom
(AEA)
- Adam Low (UAF)
- Chris McConnell (REAP)
- Carrie Bohan (Dept. of Environmental Conservation)
TRAILBLAZERS
“Electrify Everything: It Starts in the Arctic”
Moderator: Ethan Schutt
(Bristol Bay Native Corporation)
- Ingemar Mathiasson (NW Arctic Borough)
- Clay Koplin (Cordova
Electric Cooperative) - Erika Myers (CharIN)
- Bonita Chester (Oklo)
2:30-2:45 PM
Break
2:45-3:45 PM
Breakout Sessions
PIONEERS
“What are the history, resources, issues and opportunities for Alaska?”
Chris Rose (REAP)
PERSPECTIVES
“Financing the Future”
Moderator: Dan Lauf (NGA)
- Alan Weitzner (AIDEA)
- Bert Hunter (CT Green Bank)
- Gwen Yamamoto Lau (Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority)
TRAILBLAZERS
“Global Microgrid Champions and Community Perspectives in Microgrids”
Moderators: Rick Rocheleau
(HNEI, U. of Hawaii at Manoa)
and Annalise Klein (ACEP)
- Darron Scott (Kodiak Electric Association)
- Dennis Meiners (IES)
- AlexAnna Salmon (Igiugig Village Council)
3:45-4:00 PM
Break
4:00-4:45 PM
“What is the Future of Transportation?”
Moderator: Tim Leach (Launch Alaska)
- Doug Johnson (ORPC)
- Jim Jager (Port of Alaska)
- C. Birk Jones (Sandia National Laboratories)
5:00-8:00 PM
Private networking event on the Alaska Railroad
*Must RSVP
WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2022
The Evolving Grid
8:00-9:00 AM
Registration, Breakfast and Exhibitor Booths Open
9:00-9:05 AM
Remarks by Senator Lisa Murkowski (virtual)
9:05-9:45 AM
“A Vision for Sustainability in the Aleutians”
Keynote Presentation by Bernie Karl (OCCP)
9:45-10:45 AM
“Rooftops, the Railbelt, and Rural Alaska: Solar Power in the land of the Midnight Sun”
Panel Presentation
Moderator: Chris Rose (REAP)
Panelists:
- Jenn Miller (Renewable IPP)
- Stephen Trimble (Arctic Solar Ventures Corporation)
- Paul Denholm (NREL)
- Helium ‘Una’ Edwardsen (ANRI)
- Dr. Geri Richmond (U.S DOE)
10:45-11:00 AM
Break
11:00 AM –
12:00 PM
PIONEERS
“CHP in Alaska – An Honest Triple Play of Cost Savings, Food Security and Emission Reductions”
David Van Holde
(U.S. DOE’s NW Combined Heat and Power Technical Assistance Partnership)
PERSPECTIVES
“Emerging Energy Storage Solutions”
Moderator: Mariko Shirazi
(ACEP)
- Audun Botterud (Argonne National Laboratory)
- Kevin Davies (Hawaii)
- Kevin Harrison (NREL)
TRAILBLAZERS
“RPS Policy: 20 Years Later”
Moderator: Julie Estey (MEA)
- Tom Plant (Center for the New Energy Economy, Colorado State University)
- Mark Glick (HNEI, U. of Hawaii at Manoa)
12:00 PM
Lunch is served
12:10-12:15 PM
Remarks by Mayor Dave Bronson
12:15-1:00 PM
“Uniting the Grid” Lunch Presentation
Moderator: Curtis W. Thayer (Alaska Energy Authority)
Panelists:
- Brian Hickey (Chugach Electric Association)
- John Burns (Golden Valley Electric Association)
- Larry Jorgensen (Homer Electric Association)
- Tony Izzo (Matanuska Electric Association)
1:00-1:30 PM
Break
1:30-2:30 PM
“Investing in Sustainability” Panel Presentation
Moderator: Christine Resler (ASRC Energy Services, LLC)
- Heather Grahame (NorthWestern Energy)
- Robert Gillam (McKinley Capital)
- Janet Weiss (Former BP Alaska President)
- Luke Saugier (Hilcorp)
2:30-2:45 PM
Break
2:45-3:45 PM
“The Abundance of Cook Inlet” Panel Presentation
Moderator: Governor Dunleavy
- Stuart Davies (ORPC)
- Levi Kilcher (NREL)
- Suzanne Settle (CIRI)
- Brad Chastain (AGDC)
- Amanda Kolker (NREL)
3:45-4:00 PM
Closing Remarks
4:00-6:00 PM
On-site reception / networking event for all attendees
THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2022
The Future
8:00-9:00 AM
Registration, Breakfast and Exhibitor Booths Open
9:00-9:05 AM
Remarks by Senator Dan Sullivan (virtual)
9:05-9:45 AM
“The Reality of Climate Change: Implications for Alaska”
Keynote Presentation by Ray Leonard (Linden Energy Holdings)
9:45-10:15 AM
“Net Zero by 2050: A Corporate Strategy”
Plenary Presentation by Edwin Makkinga (Enbridge)
10:15-10:30 AM
Break
10:30-11:30 AM
PIONEERS
“Maximizing the Power of Variable Renewables”
Mike Atkinson (Hitachi)
PERSPECTIVES
“Alternative Fuels”
Moderator: Erin Whitney
(ACEP)
- Cato Esperø (ZEEDS)
- Geoff Larson (Alaska Brewing)
- JR Wilcox (Alyeschem, LLC)
TRAILBLAZERS
“Mining In A Net-Zero World”
Moderator: Corri Feige (SOA
Dept. of Natural Resources)
- Sunil Kumar (Kinross Gold)
- Jim Coxon (Northern Star Resources Limited)
- Lance Miller (NANA)
11:30 PM
Lunch is served
12:00-1:15 PM
Lunch Presentation by Tony Seba (RethinkX)
1:15-1:30 PM
Break
1:30-2:30 PM
PIONEERS
“Scaling up Geothermal: Challenges and Potential for Alaska”
Moderator: Chris Rose (REAP)
Nick Goodman (CYRQ)
PERSPECTIVES
“Dealing with Carbon”
Moderator: Brad Chastain (AGDC)
- Kipp Coddington (University of Wyoming School of Energy Resources)
- Kevin Connors (EERC)
- Justin Freeman (Coffman)
TRAILBLAZERS
“Nuclear’s Role in our Sustainable Future”
Moderator: Gwen Holdmann
(ACEP)
- Bruce McDowell (Pacific Northwest National Laboratory)
- Marc Nichol (NEI)
- Mike Valore
(Westinghouse) - Cristian Rabiti (USNC)
- Josh Parker (BWXT)
2:30-2:45 PM
Break
2:45-3:45 PM
“Powering Asia From Alaska” Keynote Presentation
Moderator: Ray Leonard (Linden Energy Holdings)
- Frank Richard (AGDC)
- Mead Treadwell (Treadwell Development)
3:45-4:00 PM
Closing Remarks by Governor Michael Dunleavy
ABOUT THE BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Pioneers:
Spend the hour with recognized experts on an exploration of an emerging technology area. Learn about the most current developments in the field and implications for Alaska and the Arctic. This track is lecture-happy with an opportunity for Q&A.
Perspectives:
This track highlights discussion and Q&A amongst a panel of experts that will explore multiple dimensions of a particular technology or subject matter. Bring your questions and help generate a lively dialogue!
Trailblazers:
Hear directly from the people that are designing, developing and managing some of the most interesting and innovative energy projects on the planet.
Agenda subject to change.
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