Preparing For Extreme Weather Events: From Hurricanes To Heatwaves, How Advanced Data Can Help Power Companies Save Their Assets
The power of data and AI for avoiding catastrophe
Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024 @ 3:30 PM Eastern
About:
In what has been predicted as the most active hurricane season on record, asset owners across the energy landscape are assessing options for forecasting potential impact to energy systems. But it’s not just hurricanes that utilities and power developers worry about as climate change has increased the vulnerability of assets to heat waves, hail storms and more. Thankfully, data accuracy and artificial intelligence have evolved to support the industry in innovative ways.
In this live broadcast, expect to learn:
A recap of the frenzied summer weather impacts and how the fall and winter could pan out.
What happens when forecasts go terribly wrong: From blackouts to bankruptcies and increasing energy prices for ratepayers
Why power companies will increasingly rely on data analytics and AI forecasting to mitigate risk
Other factors affecting energy forecasts, like extreme weather, increase in electrification, data center and population load growth
Planning for resiliency & reliability in grid assets
Our Panelists:
Sean Kelly, CEO of Amperon
Dr. Mark Shipham, Chief Meteorologist of Amperon
Jen Szaro, President & CEO of AESP
Sean Kelly - CEO of Amperon
For almost 20 years, Sean has been at the forefront of the energy trading industry, working for Tenaska, Lehman, EDF, and E.On. While at EDF, he led the transition of two nuclear plants (Nine Mile and Ginna) into the NYISO market, then led the buildout of E.On’s North American trading desk. Next he co-founded Bridge Power Consulting, and sold to Albireo Energy in 2019. He co-founded Amperon in 2018, and as CEO led the company to a $20M Series B fundraising round in 2023.
Dr. Mark Shipham - Chief Meteorologist of Amperon
Experienced Meteorologist with a demonstrated history of working in the utilities industry. Skilled in Commodity Risk Management, Analytical Skills, Wind Energy, Natural Gas Trading, and Weather Forecasting. Strong professional with a PhD focused in Atmospheric Chemistry and Climatology from University of New Hampshire.
Jen Szaro - President & CEO of AESP
Jen Szaro is the President and CEO of the Association of Energy Services Professionals (AESP), where she leads efforts to educate and empower members on energy efficiency, demand response, grid edge technologies, and customer engagement. With a strong background in renewables, energy markets, and sustainability, she previously held leadership roles at SEPA and Orlando Utilities Commission, contributing expertise in areas such as distributed energy resources, electric vehicles, and smart grid technologies.
Nico Johnson - Host of suncast podcast
Nico Johnson is a solar veteran with nearly two decades of experience developing solar markets for internationally recognized organizations. He’s had a front-row seat (or front line as he likes to put it) observing and contributing to the Clean Energy Revolution as the world transitions away from fossil fuels. He’s chronicled the journey of more than 500 founders and executives in the industry on his popular podcast, SunCast, which many consider essential listening for the clean energy industry.