Virtual Forum to Highlight Energy Grid Modernization Needs and Challenges in Nebraska
On Wednesday, October 21st, New Power Nebraska will host an educational forum featuring energy leaders and policymakers to discuss the need for modernized electricity transmission infrastructure and the growth of clean energy. The virtual event, “Modernization of Electricity Transmission Infrastructure and Renewable Energy Development in Nebraska,” will be moderated by David Bracht, counsel at Kutak Rock and former Nebraska Energy Office Director.
Nebraska has seen substantial wind energy development in recent years, bringing jobs, economic opportunity, and interest from residents. Wind power provides nearly 20 percent of the electricity generated in the state, with untapped resources standing ready to provide much more. But continued job creation and other economic benefits will require an expanded and upgraded transmission grid.
The event will cover topics including the current state policy environment, the status of the R-Project, grid resiliency, and transmission improvement needs in Nebraska.
What: New Power Nebraska Educational Forum: “Modernization of Electricity Transmission Infrastructure and Renewable Energy Development in Nebraska”
Date: October 21, 2020
Time: 1:30 PM CT
Location: Register for the live broadcast via Zoom (a link and phone number will be generated for you to watch/listen)
Participants:
Nebraska State Senator John McCollister (District 20)
Tom Kent, President & CEO of Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD)
Janece Mollhoff, Member of Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) Board of Directors
James Williams, Vice President, Renewable Development, Invenergy
Event Moderator: David Bracht, Kutak Rock and former Nebraska Energy Office Director
To set up an interview with a panelist or speak with a New Power Nebraska representative, please contact Jesse Dougherty at jdougherty@strategicelements.com or (608) 807-8619.
###
About New Power Nebraska
New Power Nebraska, an initiative of the American Wind Energy Association, shines a light on the benefits wind energy generation brings to Nebraska’s communities and rural places - clean power, farm income, and new jobs. Learn more at www.newpowernebraska.org.
About the American Council on Renewable Energy
Founded in 2001, the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is the nation’s premier pan-renewable organization uniting finance, policy and technology to accelerate the transition to a renewable energy economy. For more information, please visit www.acore.org.
About the Solar Energy Industries Association
The Solar Energy Industries Association® (SEIA) is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy, creating the framework for solar to achieve 20% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. SEIA works with its 1,000 member companies and other strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power. Founded in 1974, SEIA is a national trade association building a comprehensive vision for the Solar+ Decade through research, education and advocacy. Visit SEIA online at www.seia.org.
About the American Wind Energy Association
AWEA is the national trade association for the U.S. wind industry, the largest source of renewable energy in the country. We represent 1,000 member companies, 120,000 jobs in the U.S. economy, and a nationwide workforce located across all 50 states. AWEA serves as a powerful voice for how wind works for America. Members include global leaders in wind power and energy development, turbine manufacturing, and component and service suppliers. They gather each year at the Western Hemisphere’s most efficient and targeted event for utility-scale renewable companies, the AWEA CLEANPOWER Conference & Exhibition, next in Indianapolis, June 7-10, 2021. An outgrowth of the AWEA WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition, CLEANPOWER is the first trade show focused exclusively on the utility-scale renewable power sector, bringing together all the major developers, utilities, OEMs, suppliers, and buyers under one roof. Visit AWEA’s website to learn more about the enormous economic benefits wind power brings to America and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.