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Energy Infrastructure Crisis in the West
June 25-27, 2001, San Francisco, CA Presented by: Infocast [IMAGE] Concerns regarding the price and availability of electricity have brought an urgent call from state governments, regulators, utilities and consumers throughout the West: Build more power plants, and build them quickly! However, as natural gas prices scale to new heights and with the electric transmission system contributing to power outages in San Francisco, it has become clear that the problem is more complex, and that plant developments alone won't resolve the power crisis in the west. While it is clear that something must be done, and done quickly, it is not nearly as clear what the right combination of "fixes" is. What is the most cost-effective solution to the energy shortfall? This conference, Energy Infrastructure Crisis in the West, will offer a comprehensive view of the shortcomings of the current energy infrastructure--generation, natural gas pipelines and storage, electric transmission-and how these shortcomings might be addressed through development. You will hear from legislators, regulators, and state officials how they are encouraging the development of new energy infrastructure, and from developers and utilities what it will really take to quickly respond to infrastructure needs. Specific issues that will be addressed include: Legislative, utility and consumer views on how to solve the energy crisis Developing new generation--what should be done to expedite the process? Electric transmission bottlenecks--can a solution be quickly found? Beefing up the region's natural gas infrastructure--comparing pipeline and storage expansion proposals If you are considering the development of energy assets in western power markets, attending this conference is your best opportunity to learn about the prospects for success. Plus, don't miss our exciting half-day pre-conference workshops "Economic Evaluation of Quick Fixes to Local Power Supply Problems" and "Establishing Demand Response Programs that Work". Register by Friday, May 25, 2001 to receive a SPECIAL DISCOUNT and attend for only $795.00 for the conference and $200.00 per pre-conference workshop. If you have any questions about this event, or would like to receive a brochure, please contact Infocast at (818) 888-4444. You may also visit the website at www.infocastinc.com/energycrisis.htm
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