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10:15 AM
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Achieving compliance with NOx emissions regulations is critical for gas-fired turbines, but conventional SCR systems are costly and complex, particularly under varying load conditions. EnergyLink Inte …
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Hear from some of the companies that have approved construction permits and are working to deploy new demonstration reactors before the end of the decade! Kairos Energy will discuss its Hermes projec …Chairperson
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This session explores the crucial role of Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) in enabling high penetration of renewable energy resources and balancing generation with growing load demands. Speakers wi …
11:00 AM
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Environmental commitments and permitting implemented at the EPC stage do not happen by accident: They are driven by decisions made long before shovels touch the ground. Key choices made in a project’s …Speakers
11:15 AM
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The U.S. nuclear fleet, with an average age of 42 years, is at a crossroads: Decommission or request a license renewal for an additional 20 years of operation. But with our growing energy needs, exten …Chairperson
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The current landscape of non-lithium long-duration storage technologies is vast and ever-changing. This presentation will provide a market update on commercially available technologies and their devel …
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Monitoring vibration signatures and using predictive analytics in plant operations and maintenance is transforming the way critical machinery is managed. By enabling early detection of potential issue …
02:00 PM
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The demand for grid-balancing technology is higher than ever. As extreme weather events intensify, yesterday’s power grid may not be ready for tomorrow’s challenges. Mechanical Long Duration Energy St …
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Due to the multi-prime contractual approach to utility-scale renewable and battery storage projects, the EPC Agreements for these projects require a particular degree of focus and coordination to best …
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Mechanical insulation is a powerful but often underappreciated tool for driving energy efficiency, operational savings and sustainability. By reducing energy consumption and lowering carbon footprints …Chairperson
03:00 PM
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The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides increased credit or deduction amounts for taxpayers who satisfy certain prevailing wage and apprenticeship (PWA) requirements for the construction, alteratio …Chairperson
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In this panel session, leaders from two U.S. utilities will share their experience from retrofitting installed base gas turbine assets. Topics will include the market dynamics for the plant, their goa …
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Small Modular Reactors are the talk of the town, but how do we go from talk to actually building and operating new nuclear plants? Hear from Julie Kozeracki from the DOE Loan Programs Office; Todd Noe …
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As demand for renewable energy solutions grows, battery storage systems have become essential for grid stability and energy efficiency. However, ensuring the safety of these systems is paramount to th …
10:00 AM
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Wind turbine tower engineers depend on foundation rotational stiffness to ensure the structural integrity and serviceability of the tower, preventing amplified dynamic responses. Common methods of ass …
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With global nuclear capacity expected to triple by 2050, small modular reactors (SMRs) have transformative potential. By leveraging pre-fabricated, modular designs, SMRs offer significant advantages i …Chairperson
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Grid operators face challenges in maintaining a reliable and stable power supply, but innovative technologies such as hydrogen-powered gas turbines, flywheels and battery energy storage can be integra …
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Decision-making processes at Cleco, like many utilities, are often resource-intensive and time-consuming. In today’s landscape, it is too costly for resources to step away from their daily duties to s …
11:00 AM
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Large pumped storage projects are currently under development by several utilities across the United States. This presentation will examine hydroelectric pumped storage as an enabling technology for i …
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Online monitoring solutions use advanced pattern recognition (APR), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques to monitor equipment and systems 24/7, detecting emerging abnormal …
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A group of our nation’s leading geotechnical experts will outline a comprehensive approach to navigating your project, from siting and early-stage development to pre-construction design, final design, …Chairperson
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Through the use of advanced technology, including advanced pattern recognition (APR) and analytics tools, we can gain valuable insights to improve the reliability of our assets. This involves transfor …
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The demand for clean, reliable energy in the U.S. is growing, driven by rising consumption and coal plant closures. Nuclear power is the most scalable, proven source of 24/7 clean energy. Extending th …
01:00 PM
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The energy challenges facing Alaska are unique. Extreme weather, large seasonal loads, limited grid resources, fuel shortages, and complex supply chains impact or outright eliminate many current and p …
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Are low river levels and excessive pump cavitation causing mechanical failures at your facility? Evergy and Burns & McDonnell collaborated to design a vacuum lift system for Evergy’s Iatan and Hawthor …
02:00 PM
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Evaluating the financial outcomes of battery energy storage projects requires a comprehensive approach that factors in both direct costs and indirect benefits, accounting for various technical, financ …Chairperson
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The nuclear industry is buzzing with excitement about the possibility of pairing Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) with data centers to create clean energy technology hubs. However, the feasibility of thi …
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In this presentation, Sargent & Lundy will share key insights from the company’s experience supporting over 100 wind project repowering efforts, focusing on best practices and common issues. The prese …
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Having a clear outage management process with defined pre-outage phases is crucial for effective outage management. Learn how Calpine, a leading power generation company, successfully navigates supply …
03:00 PM
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This case study reviews the implementation of a multiple power plant controller (MPPC) that manages the integration of multiple wind and solar farms along a transmission line. The system consists of t …
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The significant growth in renewable energy (primarily wind and solar) provides an opportunity for electric power generators to rethink integrated resource planning to ensure safe and reliable power fo …
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Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects are becoming more integrated with local communities, however, situating these projects near or within populated areas has raised new issues with noise pol …
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During major maintenance in power generation, confined space entry is among the most hazardous activities, making worker safety paramount. Additional resources are often needed but not always locally …Chairperson
04:00 PM
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The nuclear workforce needs to expand exponentially to meet the COP28 commitment of tripling nuclear capacity by 2050. As we prepare for this change, we need to make certain we are cultivating a diver …
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The increasing share of renewables in the generation mix, coupled with fluctuating fuel prices and evolving government policies, is compelling combined-cycle power plants to shift from baseload to mor …
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As the request for new service from very large loads increases, the grid is facing tighter supplies and rethinking power plant retirement schedules. One option is to rapidly increase supply from flexi …
09:30 AM
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The newly constructed nuclear units at Plant Vogtle in Georgia represent the most advanced ever designed. New advancements include a state-of-the-art circuit breaker, improving the electrical system r …
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New Brunswick Power’s 465 MW coal-fired Belledune Generating Station in Northern New Brunswick faced a mandate to cut greenhouse gas emissions while delivering dispatchable power. To meet this challen …
10:30 AM
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Thermal Energy Storage (TES) can be retrofitted at otherwise stranded power plants, and concrete has been identified as a low-cost material to be used in TES applications. EPRI, in collaboration with …Chairperson
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As the installed base and generation capacity of wind generators grow, ensuring the reliability and availability of each unit becomes crucial. The wind industry must strive for long-term reliability t …
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Join TDK SensEI (USA) and explore the transformative potential of AI-powered Condition-based Monitoring (CbM) and how AI plays a crucial role in transitioning from reactive to predictive maintenance. …
11:30 AM
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Integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is vital for achieving clean energy goals and enhancing grid stability, and accurate financial evaluations are crucial for their success. This POWERGE …Chairperson
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Pavement is like many other facility assets: An ounce of prevention can be worth more than a pound of cure. Proactive pavement management by an EPC at the beginning, middle and end of a project can he …
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THERMOPHASE is gaining major steam in the utility and industrial sectors. The nano-coating is designed to prevent fouling, improve thermal efficiency, and reduce maintenance and emissions. It has been …
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It has been over a decade since Jeopardy! viewers witnessed IBM’s supercomputer, Watson, defeat all-time game show champions Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter. Watson’s victory was regarded as a pivotal mo …
