MnSPE invites you to this year’s Half-Day Conference on Grid-Enabling Technologies. Block your calendar for a morning filled with expert insights, interactive discussions, and networking with industry leaders.
- Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
- Time: 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM CST
- Location: Roseville Oval, 2661 Civic Center Dr, Roseville, MN 55113
- Professional Development Hours (PDHs): 4.5 PDHs
- Cost:
- Members: $25
- Non-Members: $317.50
*Discounts are available for non-member employees of certain sponsors—see the registration form for more details.
Registration Deadline: January 9, 2025 – No late or walk-in registrations will be accepted.
This year’s event, sponsored by Great River Energy (the event will NOT be held at Great River Energy as in previous years, however), will cover critical topics in energy infrastructure and innovation. Attendees will hear from distinguished experts on timely and impactful subjects, including renewable energy, transmission planning, and cutting-edge grid technologies.
Presentations will include:
- MISO Long Range Transmission Planning
- Presented by Jarred Miland, MISO Consultant Advisor Customer Management
- Explore how MISO is planning the grid of the future to ensure reliability, economic feasibility, and policy compliance.
- Engineering and Construction of Renewable Energy Infrastructure
- Presented by Jeremiah Foertsch and Vicki Schneider of Mortenson Construction
- Gain insights on the planning, design, and execution of solar, wind, and battery storage projects.
- Great River Energy’s Use of Grid Enhancing Technologies
- Presented by Michael Craig, Manager of Energy and Distribution Systems at Great River Energy
- Learn about pilot projects using advanced sensors for dynamic line ratings and acoustic weather detection.
- Roseville Oval Ice System Tour
- Led by Scott Ward, PE, President of B32 Engineering, and Matthew L. Johnson, Parks and Recreation Director for Roseville
- Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Oval’s innovative ice system and its energy-efficient design.
Whether you’re an industry veteran or an early-career engineer, this conference is an excellent opportunity to:
- Stay informed on advancements shaping the energy infrastructure landscape.
- Earn 4.5 PDHs, demonstrating your commitment to professional growth.
- Network with peers and leaders across the engineering and energy sectors.
- Get hands-on learning with the Ice System Tour—a unique addition to this year’s event.
Additionally, enjoy complimentary coffee and breakfast items, courtesy of Great River Energy.
Space is limited. Register before the January 9 deadline to secure your spot.