May 23-24, 2016 - Salt Lake City, Utah
Day 1 – May 23
Utah State Capitol
Capitol Board Room
350 N. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114
Transportation
Please meet in the hotel lobby at 7:00 a.m. NASEO staff will be on hand to direct you to mini-van shuttle service from the Radisson Downtown Hotel to the Utah State Capitol provided by the Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development. Shuttles will depart at 7:15 a.m.
7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Welcome and Introductions
Following brief introductions, the presenters and attendees will review the meeting agenda, planned focus and discussion.
Presenters:
- David Terry, Executive Director, NASEO
- Cody Stewart, Policy Director/Energy Advisor, Utah Governor’s Office
- Mark Glick, Administrator, Hawaii Energy Office; Vice Chair, NASEO Board of Directors
- Andrew McAllister, Commissioner, California Energy Commission; Western Regional Representative to NASEO Board of Directors
- Dr. Laura Nelson, Executive Director, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development; Western Regional Representative to NASEO Board of Directors
8:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. (Includes 15-minute break)
State Policy and Program Priorities Roundtable
During this roundtable, each State and Territory Energy Office will have the opportunity to share major energy actions, priorities, and issues happening in their respective office. The roundtable will give participants the chance to hear from their peers throughout the region and identify ways they can work together collaboratively and ways NASEO can assist in these efforts. (Approximately 10 minutes for each state)
Moderator:
- Andrew McAllister, Commissioner, California Energy Commission and Western Regional Representative to NASEO Board of Directors
Focus:
- Member updates on program/policy/planning priorities and challenges.
Discussion:
- Are there several States with similar priorities and focus?
- What can NASEO and NASEO Affiliates do to assist in achieving the states’ objectives?
- Is there a role for NASEO, DOE, EPA or other partners to provide assistance?
11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
National Policy Outlook and NASEO Programs Update
An update on national energy policy, including appropriations, will be provided during this session as well as an update on key NASEO initiatives including, comprehensive energy planning resources; providing input on QER 1.2 energy efficiency priorities; EMAP and grid modernization road mapping; opportunities for energy-environmental program integration; financing tools; access to solar energy tools and training; options for transportation resilience through iRev; and engagement on building energy code development and compliance.
Presenter:
- David Terry, Executive Director, NASEO
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Lunch – National Energy Foundation
The National Energy Foundation (NEF) is a 501(c)(3) organization located in Salt Lake City, Utah and dedicated to the development, dissemination and implementation of supplementary educational materials and programs. NEF resources for education relate primarily to energy, water, natural resources, science, math, technology, conservation, energy efficiency and the environment. NEF recognizes the importance and contribution of natural resources to our economy, to our national security, the environment and our quality of life. For over four decades, energy professionals and educators have depended on NEF for experience and expertise in energy literacy. NEF programs help organizations meet energy safety requirements, reach significant measured savings and produce meaningful customer experiences.
Moderator:
- Dr. Laura Nelson, Executive Director, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development
Presenters:
- Elissa Richards, President and Chief Executive Officer, National Energy Foundation
- Janet Hatch, Senior Program Director, National Energy Foundation
- Ian Wright, Business Development Manager, National Energy Foundation
1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Clean Energy Funds, Financing, and Innovation
State Energy Offices continue to foster energy research, innovation, and deployment using a variety of investment and financing mechanisms. Within the financing area, “research and risk-oriented” funding paired with private sector investment that spurs energy technology innovation and job creation is of increasing interest. From the recent announcement by the U.S. Department of Energy on Mission Innovation, which is designed to expand private sector energy R&D funding, to evolving state programs such as Washington’s Clean Energy Fund, states are exploring strategies to advance combined research, demonstration, deployment, and innovation agenda. This session will highlight two Utah-focused activities as well as provide a discussion on Washington’s Clean Energy Fund.
Moderator:
- Andrew McAllister, Commissioner, California Energy Commission; Western Regional Representative to NASEO Board of Directors
Presenters:
- Michael Furze, Director, Washington State Energy Office
- Douglas Hunter - Presentation, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS)
- Jeffrey Barrett, Deputy Director, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development
2:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Break
2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Unpacking the Value of the Grid: How State, Federal, and Private Sector Partners are Removing Barriers for a More Robust, Intelligent, and Modern Electric System
This session examines the state and federal analytical, planning, policy, and regulatory actions being utilized by states and their private and federal partners to address the converging trends and economic opportunities offered by emerging ultra-efficient buildings, increasingly less expensive energy storage, greater use of microgrids, growing deployment of renewable power, and the advent of consumer-enabled demand response.
Since 2013, the Idaho National Laboratory has been building a microgrid testing facility at its Energy Systems Laboratory in Idaho Falls. This miniature grid can simulate and test similar small, self-reliant power systems being set up everywhere from military bases to companies such as Apple and Google. The INL microgrid pulls electricity from renewable sources including 25 kilowatts of solar power and a gas generator. Researchers will soon add a wind turbine to the mix and are currently in the process of installing a flow battery system which stores energy using chemical components dissolved in liquids.
Moderator:
- John Chatburn, Administrator, Idaho Office of Energy Resources
Presenters:
- Kurt Myers - Presentation, Renewable Electric and Grid Integration Market Area Lead, Idaho National Lab
- Bob Turk - Presentation, Technical Business Development Manager, Idaho National Lab
3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Energy Assurance Planning, Mitigation, and Response: How Evolving Federal Policy and Market Changes are Impacting States
Three decades ago, NASEO and a core group of State Energy Offices “wrote the book” on energy emergency planning and response. Since then, the joint efforts of NASEO, NARUC, DOE, and the private sector have resulted in more prudent planning, mitigation, and response activities. Over the past several years, the combination of new federal legislation, emergency management policy changes, increased cyber threats, innovations in analytical and risk assessment approaches, and changes in energy markets mean that states should consider updating energy assurance plans and work with their partners to ensure continued public-private coordination. In addition, federal energy sector partners are taking important steps to improve energy assurance mitigation and response. This session reviews recent energy assurance changes, federal agency sector partner acctions, and discusses emerging opportunities to collaborate on planning, analysis, and exercises.
Moderator:
- Dr. Laura Nelson, Executive Director, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development
Presenters:
- David Terry, Executive Director, NASEO
- Steve Johnson - Presentation, Energy Management and Marketing Office Manager, Western Area Power Administration (WAPA)
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Building Energy Codes – Code Development Process, Compliance Field Test Results, Local Partnerships
Building energy code development, adoption and compliance form a complex set of activities that State Energy Offices have engaged in for over twenty years. Recently, code development processes have undergone significant changes that make it easier for state and local governments to participate, if steps are taken in advance. In the compliance area, state and local governments work together to improve compliance outcomes and begin to take credit for the energy savings and resulting emissions reductions. This session provides an important update on building energy code options and results, and offers new opportunities for State Energy Office collaboration with private sector and local government partners.
Moderator:
- Jessica Reichers, Manager, Energy Technology and Policy, Oregon Department of Energy
Presenters:
- Todd Sims - Presentation, Buildings Program Manager, NASEO
- Bing Liu - Presentation, Technical Group Manager, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
6:00 p.m.
Networking Dinner*
Caffé Molise
55 West 100 South
Salt Lake City, Utah 84101
(801) 364-8833
* NASEO Staff will be in the hotel lobby at 5:45 p.m. to direct attendees to the restaurant which is within a short (less than .5 mile) walk from the hotel.
Day 2 – May 24
Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
201 S. Main Street, Suite 2150
21st Floor
Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
Transportation
Attendees are encouraged to ride Utah Transit Authority’s TRAX Light-rail System to EDCUtah. Service is available from the Arena Station near the hotel on both the Green or Blue lines to the Gallivan Plaza Station. These stations are located within UTA’s downtown Free Fare Zone making it easy to jump on and ride. NASEO staff will be in the lobby at 7:30 a.m. to direct attendees to the light-rail.
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
U.S. Department of Energy Weatherization and Intergovernmental Programs Update
The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Weatherization and Intergovernmental Programs (WIP) operates the U.S. State Energy Program and Weatherization Assistance Program and provides technical assistance to states in developing energy efficiency and renewable energy projects and programs. This session will provide an update from DOE WIP on programmatic priorities and other initiatives.
Moderator:
- Mark Glick, Administrator, Hawaii Energy Office; Vice Chair, NASEO Board of Directors
Presenter:
- Greg Davoren - Presentation, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Weatherization and Intergovernmental Programs
9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Building Sustainable Communities Driven by Zero Energy at Scale – Buildings and the Changing Grid
The development of zero net energy districts as a part of community planning and development is a key fact of a modern electrical grid that recognizes the community resiliency attributes of distributed energy resources. The session identifies some of the strategies needed to change markets and encourage new market actors. In particular, the approaches used in ZNE buildings can be applied to the district scale where it is usually more cost effective to place PV or other renewable sources. The local renewable power that is part of ZNE can be shared among multiple buildings, creating a wires-based district energy solution.
Moderator:
- Dr. Laura Nelson, Executive Director, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development
Presenters:
- Wendy Lee - Presentation, City Energy Project Advisor, Division of Sustainability and Environment, Salt Lake City Corporation
- Dave Hewitt - Presentation, Consultant, ZNE Market Transformation
- Mindy Craig, Principal, BluePoint Planning
10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Sustainable Transportation and Energy Planning
States and communities are increasingly investing in alternative fuel vehicles to help meet energy efficiency, air quality and energy security goals. From installing fueling infrastructure to setting fleet-wide zero emission targets, states are setting progressive policies that influence the way goods and people are moved. At the same time, transportation is becoming increasingly efficient through the evolution of intelligent transportation systems, introduction of autonomous vehicles, and integration of renewable fuels into the transportation paradigm. In this session, states will highlight recent alternative fuel vehicle, intelligent transportation system, and autonomous vehicle initiatives and discuss opportunities and challenges for promoting and regulating clean transportation systems.
Utah legislators passed the Sustainable Transportation and Energy Plan (STEP), Senate Bill 115, March 10, 2016. The bill addressed Rocky Mountain Power’s STEP initiative to deploy electric vehicle infrastructure, research clean coal technologies, and investigate the potential for battery storage and other emerging technologies. It also deals with demand-side management accounting, coal plan depreciation, renewable energy tariff options, and power supply cost recovery. This session will provide an overview of STEP as well as efforts taking place in the Nevada Governor’s Office of Energy.
Moderator:
- Dr. Laura Nelson, Executive Director, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development
Presenters:
- Mickey Beaver, Economic Development Manager, Rocky Mountain Power
- James Campbell, Sr. Environmental Analyst, PacifiCorp
- Steve Henricksen - Presentation, Deputy Director, Nevada Governor’s Office of Energy
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Welcome to EDCUtah
EDCUtah was founded in 1987 as a private, nonprofit organization. Their mission is to serve as a catalyst for quality job growth and increased capital investment by assisting in-state companies to grow and recruiting out-of-state companies to expand and relocate in Utah. They have been a critical partner in supporting and growing Utah’s energy industry.
Moderator:
- Bartly Mathews, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development
Presenter:
- Erin Laney - Presentation, Business Development Team Director, EDCUtah
12:45 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Energy-Water Nexus: Best Practices and Innovative Solutions for State and Local Water Agencies
This session examines the latest developments in using water smartly – whether through the recovery of water from unconventional sources (e.g., wastewater, desalinization), or through lowering the energy costs associated with maintaining municipal water systems. Discussions will focus on opportunities, barriers, and actions states can take to make smarter decisions about water.
Moderator:
- Bartly Mathews, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development
Presenter:
- Travis McLing - Presentation, Energy and Water Lead, Center for Advanced Energy Studies at the Idaho National Laboratory
1:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Action Items, Wrap-up, and Adjourn
This session will review agreed upon actions among the states, various state needs, requests for assistance from NASEO, and feedback to DOE and other agencies.
Presenters:
- Andrew McAllister, Commissioner, California Energy Commission; Western Regional Representative to NASEO Board of Directors
- Mark Glick, Administrator, Hawaii Energy Office; Vice Chair, NASEO
- Dr. Laura Nelson, Executive Director, Utah Governor’s Office of Energy Development