National Conference
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June 18 - 23, 2027
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The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority on Sept. 23 announced awards for eight new bulk energy storage projects and 13 large-scale renewable energy projects. Combined, these projects are expected to provide 1.7 gigawatts (GW) of new large-scale energy resources. This reinforces
The Senate Banking Committee recently voted unanimously to pass S. 4395, the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2026. The bill would reauthorize the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program through 2031; it is currently scheduled to expire at the end of 2027. A House companion bill (H.R
ElectriCities of North Carolina on Sept. 28 announced that it has named Tara Young Chief Legal Officer. Young has more than 22 years of legal experience, including 11 as an in-house attorney within the energy industry. Most recently, Young served as General Counsel at Spearmint Energy, a utility
How public power utilities are using advanced grid technologies to maintain reliability and affordable rates.
Public Utility Accounting
Part one of the three-part Accounting Fundamental Series. Learn the basics of how the electric utility business works, get a grasp on the ins-and-outs of FERC accounting, and review practical examples of how you can use the FERC USoA. Earn 9.5 CPEs for attending.
September 29, 2026 - October 1, 2026
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sept. 27 signed a bill into law that expands the list of professions for which an assault or battery of a person in that profession carries elevated misdemeanor penalties to include utility workers including public power workers. The bill, SB-1330, which was sponsored
General Session
Welcome Board Chair Address Honoring Our Colleagues: Key Account and Advanced Key Account Certificate Program Graduates Congratulate the newest graduates from the APPA Academy's Key Accounts and Advanced Key Accounts Certificate Programs. The Customer Conversation: Tips from the Front Lines How do...
October 27, 2026
From Data to Action: Helping Customers Manage Rising Energy Costs
Customers are looking for practical ways to better understand their bills and manage rising energy costs. This session explores how utilities can leverage customer data and targeted outreach to educate customers about energy-saving opportunities, improve digital engagement, and deliver programs that...
October 27, 2026
Integrating Data for Demand Savings and Program Impact
Utility energy efficiency programs — such as incentives, rebates, and weatherization — remain critical tools for managing peak demand while also enhancing the overall customer experience. Explore how you can leverage data from AMI, GIS, and other sources to gain a clearer understanding of customer...
October 27, 2026