WECC Power Systems Security Conference

Location
Salt Lake City, Utah
Date & Time
Description

Power systems security is vital to maintaining reliability of the grid. To share and promote conversation and activity that supports cyber and physical security, WECC is hosting its third annual Power Systems Security Conference. The conference will address innovative solutions and insights from renowned security experts to enhance security training and mitigate operational risks. Experts from DHS CISA, FBI, Idaho National Labs, E-ISAC, and WECC will share their experience, insights and best practices.

The conference will be held at the WECC Offices in Salt Lake City from August 12 to 14. It will consist of two main sessions, with a day and a half dedicated to physical security and a day and a half focused on cybersecurity. To attend all three days of excellent dialogue and presentations, please purchase a ticket for each of the sessions.

Owner Group
Training & Education

Reliability & Security Workshop

Location
TBD
Date & Time
Owner Group
Training & Education

Reliability & Security Workshop

Location
TBD
Date & Time
Owner Group
Training & Education

Grid Fundamentals

Location
Virtual
Date & Time
Webinar/Call-in Details

Webinar information will be emailed to registered attendees the day prior to the start of class. 

Description

Grid Fundamentals Course:

This course is hosted in two sequential sessions, offering a comprehensive explanation of how the electric power system works, how it is managed, and why. We will review the technology, operation, and markets of a modern reliable power grid. Environmental issues and regulations that affect the electric power system will also be discussed.

Course Topics:

Day One 

  • Introduction to WECC

  • Electricity Basics

  • The Interconnected Power System 

Day Two

  • System Operations

  • Regulation

  • Environment 

     

Who Should Attend?

  • Anyone new to the electric utility business 

  • Environmentalists

  • Policymakers

  • Legal personnel

  • Managers/supervisors/executives

  • Anyone who is looking for a broader view of the grid 

Owner Group
Training & Education

Grid Fundamentals

Location
Virtual
Date & Time
Webinar/Call-in Details

Webinar information will be emailed to registered attendees the day prior to the start of class. 

Description

Grid Fundamentals Course:

This course is hosted in two sequential sessions, offering a comprehensive explanation of how the electric power system works, how it is managed, and why. We will review the technology, operation, and markets of a modern reliable power grid. Environmental issues and regulations that affect the electric power system will also be discussed.

Course Topics:

Day One 

  • Introduction to WECC

  • Electricity Basics

  • The Interconnected Power System 

Day Two

  • System Operations

  • Regulation

  • Environment 

     

Who Should Attend?

  • Anyone new to the electric utility business 

  • Environmentalists

  • Policymakers

  • Legal personnel

  • Managers/supervisors/executives

  • Anyone who is looking for a broader view of the grid 

Owner Group
Training & Education

Grid Fundamentals

Location
Salt Lake City, UT
Date & Time
Webinar/Call-in Details

This is an in-person only training 

Description

Tuesday, August 19.................................................................... 12:00–5:00 p.m. MT (lunch will be provided)

Wednesday, August 20...................................................... 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. MT 

               Registration Fee: $250.00

 

Grid Fundamentals Course:

This course is hosted in two sequential sessions, offering a comprehensive explanation of how the electric power system works, how it is managed, and why. We will review the technology, operation, and markets of a modern reliable power grid. Environmental issues and regulations that affect the electric power system will also be discussed.

Course Topics:

Day One 

  • Introduction to WECC

  • Electricity Basics

  • The Interconnected Power System 

Day Two

  • System Operations

  • Regulation

  • Environment 

     

Who Should Attend?

  • Anyone new to the electric utility business 

  • Environmentalists

  • Policymakers

  • Legal personnel

  • Managers/supervisors/executives

  • Anyone who is looki

Owner Group
Training & Education

Grid Fundamentals

Location
Virtual
Date & Time
Webinar/Call-in Details

Webinar information will be emailed to registered attendees the day prior to the start of class. 

Description

Tuesday, November 4................................................................... 1:00–5:00 p.m. MT

Wednesday, November 5............................................................ 1:00–5:00 p.m. MT

            Registration Fee: $50.00

Grid Fundamentals Course:

This course is hosted in two sequential sessions, offering a comprehensive explanation of how the electric power system works, how it is managed, and why. We will review the technology, operation, and markets of a modern reliable power grid. Environmental issues and regulations that affect the electric power system will also be discussed.

Course Topics:

Day One 

  • Introduction to WECC

  • Electricity Basics

  • The Interconnected Power System 

Day Two

  • System Operations

  • Regulation

  • Environment 

     

Who Should Attend?

  • Anyone new to the electric utility business 

  • Environmentalists

  • Policymakers

  • Legal personnel

  • Managers/supervisors/executives

  • Anyone who is looking for a broader view of the grid 

Owner Group
Training & Education

Grid Fundamentals

Location
Virtual
Date & Time
Webinar/Call-in Details

Webinar information will be emailed to registered attendees the day prior to the start of class. 

Description

Tuesday, November 4................................................................... 1:00–5:00 p.m. MT

Wednesday, November 5............................................................ 1:00–5:00 p.m. MT

            Registration Fee: $50.00

 

Grid Fundamentals Course:

This course is hosted in two sequential sessions, offering a comprehensive explanation of how the electric power system works, how it is managed, and why. We will review the technology, operation, and markets of a modern reliable power grid. Environmental issues and regulations that affect the electric power system will also be discussed.

Course Topics:

Day One 

  • Introduction to WECC

  • Electricity Basics

  • The Interconnected Power System 

Day Two

  • System Operations

  • Regulation

  • Environment 

     

Who Should Attend?

  • Anyone new to the electric utility business 

  • Environmentalists

  • Policymakers

  • Legal personnel

  • Managers/supervisors/executives

  • Anyone who is looking for a broader view of the grid 

Owner Group
Training & Education

Grid Fundamentals

Location
Virtual
Date & Time
Description

Grid Fundamentals Course:

This course is hosted in two sequential sessions, offering a comprehensive explanation of how the electric power system works, how it is managed, and why. We will review the technology, operation, and markets of a modern reliable power grid. Environmental issues and regulations that affect the electric power system will also be discussed.

Course Topics:

Day One 

  • Introduction to WECC
  • Electricity Basics
  • The Interconnected Power System 

Day Two

  • System Operations
  • Regulation
  • Environment 

 

Who Should Attend?

  • Anyone new to the electric utility business 
  • Environmentalists
  • Policymakers
  • Legal personnel
  • Managers/supervisors/executives
  • Anyone who is looking for a broader view of the grid 

    Tuesday, November 5, 2024    1:00-5:00 p.m.

    Wednesday, November 6, 2024    1:00-5:00 p.m.

    Registration Fee: $50

Owner Group
Training & Education