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CALGARY, ALBERTA OCTOBER 23–25, 2018 | DU 23 AU 25 OCTOBRE, 2018 BMO CENTRE #CanWEA2018 windenergyevent.ca congreseolien.ca P R O G R A M . PRO GRA MME.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 #CanWEA2018 4
REGISTRATION HOURS Registration sponsored by SHUTTLE BUS SCHEDULE Shuttle sponsored by
Tuesday, October 23: 7:30am – 6:00pm Tuesday, October 23: 1:00-6:30pm
Wednesday, October 24: 8:00am – 5:00pm Wednesday, October 24: 8:00am-12:00pm
Thursday, October 25: 8:30am – 3:00pm 1:30-5:30pm
Thursday, October 25: 8:00am-3:30pm
8:00am-12:00pm
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP (PALOMINO D)
WIND ENERGY AND BAT CONSERVATION SYMPOSIUM – MANAGING IMPACTS TO BATS AT CANADIAN WIND FARMS
This half day symposium will provide a forum to dive deeper into the science and experiences of those working on bat conservation efforts in
the Canadian wind sector. The day will highlight the growing international body of expertise and its applicability at Canadian wind projects. We
will have guest speakers, panel discussions, presentations and networking breaks to ensure a value packed day for attendees and participants.
WORKSHOP AGENDA: 10:00am Morning Break
7:30am – 8:00am Continental Breakfast & Networking 10:15am – 11:-00am Minimizing Mortality
A presentation on the true cost of curtailment followed by a panel
8:00am – 8:15am Welcome Remarks
discussion with industry experts that will delve into the science behind
• Robert Hornung, President, CanWEA
emerging technologies and other ‘smart’ curtailment methods.
• Brandy Giannetta, Regional Director – Ontario, CanWEA
The True Cost of Bat Curtailment
8:15am – 8:45am Wind Energy and Bat Conservation – • Michael Roberge, DNV GL
A Review by the Canadian Wind Energy Association
Panel discussion moderated by Michael Roberge
• Dr. Kimberly Peters, DNV GL
Panelists:
As authors of this comprehensive document, DNV GL will provide a
• Taber Allison, AWWI
detailed overview of the context and utility of this recently released
piece of work. This presentation will set the stage for the remainder • Panelist TBC
of the discussion points of the day. A short Q&A will follow the
11:00am – 12:00pm Adaptive Management
presentation. Adaptive Management strategies, focusing on results-based
8:45am – 9:15am Risk Assessment – Best Practices in Wind approaches, are designed to strike a significant balance between
Energy Project Siting conservation efforts and green energy production. This session will
open with a presentation by Dr. Kimberly Peters, DNV GL, followed
• Mike Peckford, Hemmera
by a dynamic panel discussion.
Mike Peckford will provide a brief presentation focusing on the
Alberta environmental permitting process as it relates to bat activity Panel discussion moderated by Dr. Kimberly Peters, – DNV GL
monitoring and predicted environmental impacts of wind power Panelists:
facilities under the Wildlife Directive (GoA 2017) and Bat Mitigation • Danna Small, Pattern Energy
Framework (GoA 2013) guidance documents. • Wally Erickson, WEST
• Janine Bacquie, NextEra Energy
9:15am – 10:00am Estimating Mortality
Following brief presentations by Dr. Christopher Farmer of DNVGL,
GenEST Committee Member Paul Rabie (WEST Inc.), and Andrew
Ryckman of NRSI Inc., Dr. Farmer will moderate a panel discussion on
the utility and application of the various Estimators and how the
science is evolving, including what this might mean for new
development and operating projects.
Estimating Mortality
• Dr. Christoper Farmer DNV GL
Accuracy, Cost, and Feasibility: The Practical Considerations
of Estimating Mortality
• Andrew Ryckman, NRSI
GenEST – A Comprehensive Overview
• Paul Rabie, Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc.
Panel discussion moderated by Dr. Christopher Farmer DNV GL to
follow presentations.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 #CanWEA2018 5
OPENING PLENARY – WIND ENERGY IN THE FUTURE ELECTRICITY GRID (PLENARY HALL C)
2:00-4:00pm
For our opening plenary, we’ll throw down a tour de force of renewable-energy leadership – with top speakers from
government, the private sector, and utilities. We’ll get an update on Alberta’s progress toward its renewable energy goals
and CanWEA’s President will present a new vision for Canada’s wind industry. A collection of innovators and expert
observers representing other technologies will round out the morning and share their views on Canada’s future electricity
grid and the importance of collaboration in ensuring our future grid is clean, affordable and reliable. Plus: We’ll hear how
grid operators and wind industry leaders are preparing for this new power dynamic. Don’t miss this jam-packed opening
session. (And feel free to tweet your heart out via #CanWEA2018!)
Opening Remarks Sponsored by
Cory Basil, CanWEA Board Chair
Robert Hornung, President, CanWEA
Wind Energy’s Collaborators in the Future Electricity Grid
Ryan Tourigny, Director – Business Development Canada, Canadian Solar
Jon Norman, President and CEO, Hydrostor
Colleen Giroux-Schmidt, Vice-President – Corporate Relations, Western Region – Innergex
Charlotte Argue, Program Manager, Plug In BC
When Will the Electricity Grid of the Future Arrive?
Ethan Zindler, Head of Americas, Bloomberg NEF
Interview:
Rochelle Pancoast, CanWEA Vice-Chair
Aaron Bloom, Manager, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Wind Energy Leaders Preparing for the Electricity Grid of the Future
Brian Vaasjo, President and CEO, Capital Power
Grant Arnold, President and CEO, BluEarth Renewables
Peter Clibbon, Senior Vice President – Development, Renewable Energy Systems Canada
David Hickey, Head of Siemens Gamesa Business in Canada, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
4:00-6:00pm WELCOME RECEPTION (BIG FOUR, CALGARY STAMPEDE GROUNDS)
Join us for a fun-filled Calgary evening at the newly opened “Big Four” Sponsored by
venue next door the BMO Centre on the Calgary Stampede grounds. Get
re-acquainted with old friends and build your network at the official launch
of the CanWEA 2018 Annual Conference and Exhibition! Local fare will be
highlighted to show you what Calgary has to offer.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 #CanWEA2018 7
10:00am-5:00pm EXHIBIT HALL OPEN
PLENARY: FINDING OPPORTUNITIES IN CHANGE (PLENARY HALL C)
9:00-10:30am
We’ll kick off Wednesday by training our CanWEA telescope across the changing backdrop of Canada’s wind markets.
With a new government in Ontario, a new government in Quebec, and an election on the horizon in Alberta, this session
will provide an opportunity to take stock, calibrate expectations, and define success for our industry going forward. We’ll
begin with an honest assessment of Ontario and Quebec’s newly elected governments, and, in the midst of Alberta’s
second major renewable energy procurement, we’ll talk through how we can position our industry to continue to build on
recent gains. How do we ensure that we effectively engage with all political parties and all communities to create new
market opportunities in 2019 and beyond? Come and find out!
Opening Remarks
Robert Hornung, President, CanWEA
Keynote Speaker
MLA Jessica Littlewood,
MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville, and Parliamentary Secretary to the
Minister of Economic Development
Ontario – An Overview of the New Political and Policy Landscape
Brandy Giannetta, Ontario Regional Director, CanWEA
Ontario Panel Discussion
Moderator: Brandy Giannetta, Ontario Regional Director, CanWEA
Panelists: Bonnie Hiltz, Director, Power and Utilities, Sussex Strategy Group
Jason Chee-Aloy, Managing Director, Power Advisory LLC
Mike Richmond, Co-Chair, Energy and Power, McMillan LLP
Quebec – An Overview of the Political Landscape and
Government Priorities
Jean-Frédérick Legendre, Quebec Regional Director, CanWEA
Quebec Panel Discussion
Moderator: Jean-Frédérick Legendre, Quebec Regional Director, CanWEA
Panelists:
Eva Lotta-Schmidt, Manager Business Development, ENERCON
Frédéric Verreault, Partner, TACT
Alberta – CanWEA’s Work to Position the Industry
Leading up to the 2019 Election
Evan Wilson, Prairies Regional Director, CanWEA
Alberta Political Landscape
Jeff Sterzuk, President, Prairie Sky Consulting
Alberta Panel Discussion
Moderator: Jeff Sterzuk, President, Prairie Sky Consulting
Panelists:
Tim Weis, Professor Industrial Engineering, University of Alberta
Evan Bahry, Executive Director, Independent Power Producers Society of Alberta (IPPSA)
Marc Henry, President, Think HQ Public Affairs Inc.
Keynote Address
The Honourable Dustin Duncan, Saskatchewan Minister of Environment, Minister Responsible for the
Saskatchewan Water Security Agency, Minister Responsible for SaskPower
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 #CanWEA2018 8
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH SOUTHERN ALBERTA’S WIND COUNTRY
10:30-10:50am
(NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
Mr Seibold will deliver a key regional update on behalf of SAAEP, a community economic development partnership
focused on capacity building and investment attraction across the wind, solar, and bio-energy sectors in the South
and Southwest regions of Alberta. www.SAAEP.ca
Randolph Seibold, Southern Alberta Alternative Energy Partnership
10:30-11:00am NETWORKING BREAK (EXPO HALL – HALLS D & E)
11:00am-12:00pm CONCURRENT SESSIONS
THE FUTURE OF CORPORATE POWER PURCHASE AGREEMENTS IN CANADA (PALOMINO D)
To date, hundreds of U.S. corporations and institutions have signed off-site power purchase agreements with utility-
scale wind and solar developers to the tune of at least 11 gigawatts. How do such non-utility procurements work in the
Canadian context? Could Alberta’s coming wave of wind projects position the province as a hub for direct procurement?
In this session you’ll learn what non-utility renewable-energy buyers look for, and how wind-energy industry leaders, power
customers, policy makers, and NGOs can inspire and inform such direct procurements. Bring your tough questions!
Panelists:
Mark Porter, Rocky Mountain Institute
Sara Hastings-Simon, Pembina Institute
Susanne Fratzscher, Customer First Renewables
INTEGRATED ENERGY SOLUTIONS OF THE FUTURE (PALOMINO E)
Sponsored by
Renewables and storage are two solutions to energy challenges that go well
together. Whether it’s utility-scale batteries that have reduced or eliminated the
need for natural gas-peaking plants in California and Australia, or combination
solar-wind-battery facilities in Colorado that increase wind and solar capacity
factors, this market has come into its own. As Canada prepares for a future rich
with integrated energy facilities, we can expect to see calls for such in future competitive procurements,
as is the case in other jurisdictions. In this session, join us to hear industry leaders lay out the business case.
Panelists:
Marion Hill, DNV GL
Daniel Eaton, Elemental Energy
Kaitlyn Howling, Invenergy LLC
Aron Willis, TransAlta
Jody Law, Pattern Energy
11:00am-12:00pm TIME
TO SAY GOODBYE. (OR IS IT?) MAXIMIZING VALUE AT THE CROSSROADS: DECOMMISSIONING,
REPOWERING OR LIFE EXTENSION (NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
This session will address the obligations, opportunities, and considerations that come into play as a facility approaches
the end of its anticipated operating life and as its power purchase agreement winds down. What economic, legal, and
technical factors must companies contemplate when deciding whether to repower a given turbine fleet or decommission
it altogether? We’ll lift the cowling on this issue and learn from the experiences of others elsewhere in North America and
overseas. Find out how others have added years of life—and revenue—to their assets, how others knew it was time to
throw in the turbine towel.
Moderator: Wayne Oliver, TransAlta
Playing the Odds: Maximize Your Value in Mergers and Acquisitions Transactions
Anna Moser, DNV GL
It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over: Legal Considerations in Repowering or Decommissioning Wind Farms
Aaron Atcheson, Miller Thomson LLP
Financial Benefits of a Comprehensive Wind Farm Life Extension Strategy
Ryan Dela, Wood
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 #CanWEA2018 9
12:00-1:30pm KEYNOTE LUNCHEON: WHY CONSERVATIVES LOVE WIND ENERGY
(PLENARY HALL C) Sponsored by
Listen in as a Washington D.C. think tank executive chats with a southern-state
Republican lawmaker and nationally-influential conservative about Conservative
support for wind power and other clean energy technologies. North Carolina House
Representative Jason Saine chairs the American Legislative Exchange Council – an
organization focused on limited government, free markets, and federalism. They’ll discuss how, where, and why U.S.
conservatives have advocated for and supported clean energy development, and why it makes so much sense. Don’t
miss this fascinating and valuable conversation.
Rep. Jason Saine (R) represents the 97th North Carolina House District, where he has served as a vocal advocate and
defendant of renewable energy policy. He is also serving as national chair of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC).
Sarah Hunt is the cofounder and CEO of the Joseph Rainey Center for Public Policy, in Washington D.C. She has issue
expertise in regulatory affairs, energy policy, climate change and market-based solutions to environmental challenges.
1:30-1:50pm HYBRID POWER PLANTS (NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
Wind power generation is part of an increasingly complex and ever-evolving energy network with changing technical and
commercial requirements. Particularly as wind energy penetration soars to new heights, project developers and OEMs
seek new ways to address the challenges created by the intermittency of the wind resource. This will be done by easing
integration of wind power plants into electrical grids – by bringing hybrid solutions that use wind and solar power, and
batteries that can store energy and release it into the grid when it’s needed. These hybrid solutions will increase energy
production to achieve a better match between when energy is produced and when there is demand, increase capacity
factor through combining energy sources with different generation patterns and storage, reduce cost of operation and
maintenance, and unlock new revenue. Thus, more stable power production from hybrid power plants will also help to
fulfill ever-evolving grid code requirements.
Kostya Protsenko, Specialist, Electrical Engineering, Vestas
1:30-2:00pm NETWORKING BREAK
(EXPO HALL – HALLS D & E)
2:00-2:20pm DELTA4000 – MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY,
MAXIMUM OUTPUT (NORDEX
PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 #CanWEA2018 10
2:00-3:00pm CONCURRENT SESSIONS
WIND ENERGY AND INDIGENOUS ENGAGEMENT (PALOMINO D)
According to a recent Lumos Energy survey, First Nations, Metis, and Inuit communities are involved in at least 35 medium-
to large-scale operating wind farms across Canada. There are also dozens more renewable energy projects in the works.
Any company interested in building a wind farm in this country should seek to involve Indigenous communities in their
projects. There are many provincial governments, and the federal government, making Indigenous equity involvement and
meaningful partnerships in renewable energy development a priority. In this session, we’ll learn about the incredible
opportunities and best practices to ensure productive and respectful relationships with Indigenous communities on wind
energy developments.
Moderator: Eryn Stewart, Lumos Energy
Panelists:
Colleen Giroux-Schmidt, Innergex
Guy Lonechild, First Nations Power Authority
Clayton Blood, Kainaiwa Resources
Dean Manywounds, G4 (Stoney Nakoda-Tsuut’ina Tribal Council)
THE ZEN OF WIND FARM OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE (PALOMINO E)
Sponsored by
There is nothing “plug and play” about a wind-energy facility. They are inherently
dynamic and complex power plants – and peak performance hinges on a
choreographed mix of technicians in the field, 24/7 monitoring and data analysis,
and staff who can effectively accommodate the dynamic requirements and inputs
of grid operators, system owners, turbine manufacturers, and others. In this
session, we’ll learn about the qualifications, characteristics, and training that yield outstanding operators and
analysts, and share tips on creating a corporate culture that turns data into discovery – and additional revenue.
Moderator: Phil McKay, CanWEA
OEM Service Provider – Wind Farm Owner Alignment
Shaun Melander, Vestas
Turning Data into Discovery: Staffing and Culture for Effective Wind Analytics
Tracy Duncan, Renewable Intelligence
Wind Farm Optimization: Beyond Anomalies
Aaron Culver, Wood
POST CONSTRUCTION NOISE MEASUREMENTS COMPARED TO MODELS
2:30-2:50pm
(NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
Recent developments in the siting of wind farms in Alberta and Ontario have raised the question of noise modelling
and the most appropriate way to conduct noise modelling for wind farms. This presentation will compare the actual
measured values at several wind farms compared to what was modeled, and make assessments based on the
appropriate parameters to use during modelling and permitting. Specific focus will be on the ISO 9613-2 model,
and the application of Ground Factor.
Payam Ashtiani, Principal Acoustic Engineer, Aercoustics Engineering Limited
ENERCON’S NEWEST TECHNOLOGY (NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
3:10-3:30pm
ENERCON introduces its newest technology at the Canadian Wind Energy Association’s 2018 annual tradeshow.
3:15-4:00pm CanWEA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (FOR CanWEA MEMBERS ONLY) (PALOMINO G)
At the CanWEA Annual General Meeting (AGM), the results of CanWEA’s Board of Directors election will be announced,
and the 2018-2019 CanWEA Board of Directors will be introduced. All CanWEA members are encouraged to attend this
meeting, as they will be given the opportunity to appoint an auditor and to decide on any resolutions duly submitted to
the meeting. A report will also be given on CanWEA’s activities and finances during the past year.
4:00-5:00pm HAPPY HOUR (EXPO HALL – HALLS D & E) Sponsored by
Happy hour is a good time had by all! The expo hall is buzzing with activity.
Enjoy networking among the exhibits whilst enjoying a refreshment!Soaring to new heights. We didn’t use it to fly a kite. Or spend an afternoon at the beach with the family. But we did recognize the potential of wind as a renewable resource. That’s why we invest in renewable energy that helps generate enough electricity to power n e a r l y 70 0,0 0 0 h o m e s . W h e n o u r energy meets the energy from the wind, harnessing the future happens.
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10:30am-3:00pm EXHIBIT HALL OPEN
AWARDS BREAKFAST (PLENARY HALL C)
9:00-10:30am
The CanWEA Awards Breakfast will be held on October 25, 2018 during the CanWEA Annual Conference and Exhibition
at the BMO Centre in Calgary. Each year CanWEA recognizes visionary leaders and clean energy pioneers for their
outstanding contribution to the Canadian wind industry. This celebration will bring together dynamic and powerful
stakeholders in the Canadian wind industry providing an excellent opportunity to entertain clients, network with peers
and brand your company as an industry leader.
CanWEA will present six CanWEA awards. The winners will be announced during the event.
The Women in Renewable Energy (WiRE) Wind Power Woman of Distinction Award 2018 will also be presented at the event.
NORDEX ANTI-ICING SYSTEM – HIGHER YIELDS IN ICY CLIMATE (NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
10:30-10:50am
With the anti-icing system, Nordex’s customers can rely on securing the energy yield from their wind turbines and
maximize availability, even in low temperature conditions. If ice were to form when the wind turbine is in operation, it
doesn’t have to be shutdown. The anti-icing system automatically detects and removes ice that has accumulated along
the relevant surfaces of the blades, thereby reducing/eliminating yield losses and shutdowns resulting from icing. The key
advantages are:
• Maximum yield even at sites prone to severe icing
• Avoiding ice formation on the blades during operation ensures high availability levels
• Lower power consumption of the system results in higher power output from the wind turbine
• Resilient solution as it is integrated into the blade structure
Maximilian Dietel - Product Strategy Manager, Sales - Nordex USA
10:30-11:00am NETWORKING BREAK (EXPO HALL – HALLS D & E)
11:00am-12:00pm CONCURRENT SESSIONS
EMERGING WHOLESALE MARKET REVENUE STREAMS (PALOMINO D)
This session will explore the changing resource mix within Canada’s wholesale electricity markets to identify emerging revenue
streams for the wind energy industry. The panel will make connections between power system operations, evolving wholesale
market design and rules, the increasing integration of wind generation, and the expanding capabilities of wind generation to
meet power system needs – a convolution of factors from which wholesale market revenues are emerging.
Moderator: Jason Chee-Aloy, Power Advisory, LLC
Panelists:
Maureen Kolla, Alberta Innovates
Kevin Dawson, Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO)
Bahman Daryanian, GE Energy Consulting
David Luke Oates, The Brattle Group
UNPACKING THE CUMULATIVE EFFECTS CHALLENGE (PALOMINO E)
Sponsored by
Some governments have expressed an interest in “cumulative effects” approaches
that attempt to build up a more comprehensive regional picture of industrial
development. Such approaches aim to consider a project’s environmental, social,
and economic impacts against a broad range of potential activities and industries
that have already occurred – or could occur – in the area. This session will explore
cumulative effects from regulator and wind-energy industry perspectives. What cumulative effects
approaches provide for sustainable development but ensure consistency, fairness, and transparency?
Moderator: Marc Rose, AECOM
Panelists:
Charlie Palmer, Hemmera
JP Mousseau, Alberta Utilities Commission
Dave Stepnisky, Alberta’s Ministry of Environment and Parks
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11:00-11:20am GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR WIND ASSETS? (NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
With many Canada’s wind turbines now reaching mid-life, what opportunities are there for owners – be they recent buyers
or long-time operators – to maximize the return on investment? As the assets age and the energy supply/demand space
in which they operate changes, many opportunities and options exist for owners: refinance, optimize, add technology,
repower, and so on.
But which path to choose?
With Canadian wind farms in mind, we examine:
• The value of big data for asset management and maximizing value
• Coupling storage to renewable assets
• Optimizing O&M costs
• Smoothing your portfolio’s production by adding other generation to the mix
• Factors driving a repowering decision
• The results provide insight on current actions to take to align with your long-term plan.
Adam Chehouri, PhD, Wind Energy Specialist, Hatch
12:00-1:30pm KEYNOTE LUNCHEON: THE SOLID FUNDAMENTALS (PLENARY HALL C)
What aspects of wind energy development attract and hold the attention of institutional investors? Listen in as CanWEA
board chair Cory Basil talks shop with representatives from two of Canada’s major institutional investors – both of whom
have invested in wind projects. Learn why the big players are moving money into wind, how they see the sector’s value,
and the factors they consider when evaluating different investment opportunities.
Chris Powell, director, Infrastructure and Timber Investments at Alberta Investment Management Corporation.
Arun Eapen is the managing director, private investments at Alberta Teachers’ Retirement Fund
Cory Basil is the vice-president of development for EDF Renewables
1:00-1:20pm IMPACTS OF LEADING EDGE EROSION & LEADING-EDGE PROTECTION SOLUTIONS FOR WIND TURBINES
(NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
3M will provide an overview of Leading Edge Protection solutions, comparing the application and performance of coatings
and tapes with particular focus on the performance improvements of 2nd Generation Tapes based on RET results.
Additionally, 3M will highlight the keys to successful applications, addressing the impact of temperature, humidity,
cleanliness, top coats and fillers on the long term performance of leading edge protection solutions.
Discuss Environmental conditions that impact leading edge erosion of wind turbines: rain, heat, ultra-violent light.
Discuss Rain Erosion Testing (RET)
Discuss the physics of rain erosion specifically. Relate leading edge erosion to “stall” conditions and degraded AEP
Deeper dive into keys to effective application parameters and their impact on long term performance of Leading Edge
Protection Solutions. (Humidity, Cleanliness, Surface Roughness, Top Coat and Filler Curing.)
Focus will be on relating Leading Edge Protection to Increase Turbine Availability, Improving Turbine Efficiency, Reducing
Maintenance Costs and Safety.
Bret Anderson, Key Account Manager, 3Mwindenergyevent.ca
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1:30-1:50pm PPORTUNITIES FOR GLOBAL GROWTH WITH CANADA’S TRADE COMMISSIONER SERVICE
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(NORDEX PRESENTATION THEATRE – HALL E)
The clean technology and wind energy industry are global markets with tremendous competition and opportunities for
growth. But to compete and win, firms must think about international markets from the outset. On this panel Canada’s
Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) will highlight the resources it brings to bear to help Canadian firms make their
mark and succeed in international markets, and two successful Canadian firms, Stantec and MR Control Systems
International Inc., will highlight how they leverage the TCS and address the importance of leveraging international
markets to their growth.
Moderator:
Lauren MacLennan, Trade Commissioner Service (TCS), Prairies and North West Territories
Regional Office
Global Affairs Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) helps companies navigate international markets. Canadian
trade commissioners are located in more than 160 cities worldwide, and can provide you with key business insights
and access to an unbeatable network of international contacts.
Panel:
Graham McTavish, Vice President, Power, Stantec
Stantec is designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, and an active member of each community it serves.
Stantec has 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. Stantec has the unique ability to
connect to projects on a personal level and advance the quality of life in communities across the globe. Visit us on the
show floor, booth #320.
Matt M. Eskandar, President, MR Control Systems International Inc.
MR Control Systems International Inc. provides cost effective system solutions with over 300 monitoring, control and
automation projects. They have developed a flexible platform to address the challenges of Wind park operations
including: Data connectivity to remote facilitates, data aggregation, security, substation HMI, control centers and data
access from the enterprise business applications. Visit us on the show floor, booth #816.
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Educational Program 4 4* x x
Plenary Sessions 4 4* x x
Opening Plenary 4 4* 4 x
Exhibit Hall including coffee breaks 4 4* 4 4
Pre-Conference Workshop – Tues. + + + +
Welcome Reception – Tues. 4 4* 4 x
Happy Hour – Wed. 4 4* 4 4
CanWEA Awards Breakfast – Thurs. + + + +
Presentation Theatre 4 4* 4 4
Keynote Luncheons – Wed. and Thurs.
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1:30-2:00pm NETWORKING BREAK (EXPO HALL – HALLS D & E)
2:00-3:00pm CONCURRENT SESSIONS
THE EVOLUTION OF THE GRID (PALOMINO D)
If the world’s governments are to deliver on the promise of the Paris Agreement and head off the worst impacts of climate
change, they’ll need to decarbonize their electricity grids while electrifying transportation, buildings, and industry. This will in
turn involve doubling, or even tripling, clean-power capacity. Meanwhile, both at home and abroad, developers, utilities, and
researchers are busting myths, lowering barriers, identifying new opportunities, and moving ahead. What role will Canada’s
wind-energy industry play in this transition? How will the grid evolve to accommodate the shift?
Moderator: Chris Benedetti, Sussex Strategy Group
Canada’s Market Evolution – Decarbonizing and Resiliency for Non-Emitting Resources
Alison Cumming, Power Advisory LLC
Distributed Generation – A Promising Tool to Empower Communities
Steve Vogel, ENERCON
Practical Results: Providing Secondary Frequency Regulation from a Wind Plus Battery Storage System
Eldrich Rebello, Wind Energy Institute of Canada
Grid Integration, Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going
Aaron Bloom, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
YOUR ENERGY ASSESSMENT IS READY (PALOMINO E) (2:00-3:30pm)
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Wind developers rely on robust analytics and modeling to harvest every possible
watt from a wind energy project. Winter weather, atmospheric stability, and
a facility’s age – or some combination of the above – can all impact turbine
performance. Meanwhile, the availability of high-quality atmospheric data can make,
or break, a proposed project. This session details the latest advances in the world
of energy assessment as a panel of experts present recent research findings on integration,
degradation, atmospheric stability, and icing. Come dive into the spreadsheets with us!
Moderator: Philippe Coulombe-Pontbriand, RES
Visualizing the Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study
Ryan Kilpatrick, CanmetENERGY-Ottawa/Natural Resources Canada
Update to Observed Degradation Rates in the Alberta, American and Ontario Wind Power Markets
Matthew Breakey, WSP
Atmospheric Stability Affects Wind Turbine Performance and Wake Effect
Hong Liu, ENGIE NA
Identifying and Forecasting Icing Energy Loss
Josiah Chamberlain, DNV-GL
An Icing and Power Loss Forecast for Wind Farms
Nigel Swytink-Binnema, NergicaNorth America’s Leading Magazine
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Supporters | CollaborateursCanWEA Awards Breakfast
Each year the Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) recognizes visionary leaders and clean energy pioneers
for their outstanding contribution to the Canadian wind industry. The first CanWEA award was presented in 1985 and
over the past thirty years CanWEA’s awards program has grown from one to eight award categories.
Six of these awards are presented at CanWEA’s Annual Conference and Exhibition and the two Operations and
Maintenance (O&M) Awards are presented at CanWEA’s annual Operations and Maintenance Summit.
Join the Winners and Finalists at the CanWEA 2018 CanWEA Award Finalists:
Awards Breakfast Matt Holder Community Connection Award
Rise and shine to recognize and celebrate with the CanWEA and WiRE • Anne Harding, Suncor Energy Inc.
finalists and winners at the CanWEA Awards Breakfast: • Robbie Thibodeau, ENGIE Canada
When: Thursday, October 25th at 9:00am-10:30am Individual Leadership Award
• Mylany David, Langlois Lawyers
Where: BMO Centre – Plenary Hall C • Chris Martin, Martin Up Consulting
Buy your tickets at registration! Group Leadership Award
• Alliance éolienne de l’Est
2018 R.J. Templin Award Winner • 20/20 Catalysts Program
The 2018 winner of the R.J. Templin Award is Dr. Francis Pelletier,
the co-founder and vice president of Arista Renewable Energies. Wind Energy Project
• Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n (Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. /
Mi’gmawei Mawiomi Business Corporation)
• Mont Sainte-Marguerite (Pattern Energy)
• Nicolas-Riou (EDF Renewables Canada Inc.) / Alliance éolienne
Thank You to Our Table Sponsors: de l’Est
Friend of Wind Award
• The winner will be announced at the CanWEA Awards Breakfast.
WiRE’s 2018 Wind Power Woman of Distinction Award – Finalists:
• Tracy Duncan, Principal Consultant, Renewable Intelligence Inc.
• Colleen Giroux-Schmidt, Vice-President – Corporate Relations,
Western Region, Innergex Renewable Energy Inc.
• Roslyn McMann, Director of Market Development, BluEarth
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