Session 1C
Electronic Equipment Obsolescence

Tuesday, July 28, 3:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Facilitator:
Mark Wilkinson, P.Eng., Senior Plant Engineer, Electrical, Ontario Power Generation, Canada

The rapid obsolescence of computerized control systems demands different management strategies. Discuss timing of upgrades, compare longevity of different systems, and learn what it takes to stay on top of new equipment and practices.

Resource Team:
John R. Hunter, SRP-Salt River Project; William G. Pope, Sacramento Municipal Utility District; Bart Rylander, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers;  James Volk, L&S Electric, USA



Session 1D
License Conditions in the Real World

Tuesday, July 28, 3:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Facilitator:
Fred E. Springer, Hydropower Policy Advisor, Troutman Sanders, LLP, USA

How do you manage unanticipated challenges in implementing licensing conditions? This session addresses how owners, regulators, agency personnel, and key stakeholders can work together to find solutions.

Resource Team:
Robert Fletcher, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission; Timothy Swant, Avista Utilities; Thomas R. Tatham, Licensing Manager, New York Power Authority, USA; Grant Pfeifer, Regional Director Spokane Office, Department of Ecology, USA



Session 2C
Experiences with Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) Certification

Wednesday, July 29, 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Facilitator:
Gabriela Goldfarb, Principal, Gabriela Goldfarb Consulting, USA

Managers who have taken their projects through the LIHI certification process share their perspectives on what's involved, what it costs, and what benefits may be gained.

Resource Team:
Shannon Ames, Brookfield Renewable Power; Corinne Grande, Seattle City Light; Sarah Hill-Nelson, The Bowersock Mills & Power Company, USA



Session 2D
In-Plant Surprises: Oh …!

Wednesday, July 29, 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Facilitator:
Ryan Rowney, Manager, Dam and Hydro Operations, Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), USA

Sharing stories is a great way to learn from one another! Come prepared to share your own "oh no!" story and to benefit from hearing your colleagues' challenges and victories in crisis management.

Resource Team:
M. Leslie Boyd, P.E., Freese & Nichols, Inc.; Steve Onken, Yuba County Water Agency; Warren Witt, AmerenUE, USA



Session 3C
Lubrication Issues

Wednesday, July 29, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Facilitator:
Thomas W. Brittain, P.E., Grant County Public Utility District, USA

Replacement oil compatibility. Grease, compressor, and gear lubes. Environmental concerns and compliance. Join other owners and operators to explore a wide range of critical lubrication issues.

Resource Team:
Judson J. Alward, Jr., Oglethorpe Power Corporation, USA;  Debbie H. Gray, Hydro-Québec, Canada; John S. Micetic, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, USA



Session 3D
Buying Equipment: Procurement Issues in the Global Marketplace

Wednesday, July 29, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Facilitator:
Brent L. Mahan, Director, and Michael P. Roll, P.E., Deputy Director, Hydroelectric Design Center, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, USA

Greater reliance on offshore manufacturing has created new challenges in equipment sourcing. Learn how others are managing procurement-related risks, setting spares policies, managing cost increases, identifying substitution opportunities, and more.

Resource Team:
George Haddow, P.Eng., BC Hydro, Canada; James M. McCarthy, Voith Hydro Inc., USA; Fred D. Reynolds, PhD, P.E., Black & Veatch, USA; Mike Fay, Chubb & Son, USA



Session 4C
Strategies for Dealing with Aging Plant Equipment and Infrastructure

Wednesday, July 29, 1:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

Facilitator:
Bruce Benson, P.E., Electrical Engineer, Hydropower and Hydraulic Structures Department, Black & Veatch, USA

When is it prudent-and profitable-to undertake major improvements? Asset managers lead a discussion on how to determine when to renew or replace components or systems.

Resource Team:
John Haley, BC Hydro, Canada; Darin E. Johnson, BIS Consulting, LLC, USA; Stanley J. Kocon, Voith Hydro Inc., USA; John B. Yale, P.E., Chelan County Public Utility District, USA



Session 4D
Using the IHA Hydropower Sustainability Assessment Protocol

Wednesday, July 29, 1:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

Facilitator:
Richard M. Taylor, Executive Director, International Hydropower Association, United Kingdom

The International Hydropower Association (IHA) offers a protocol for objectively evaluating the sustainability of a new development, a project upgrade, or operation of an existing facility. The protocol is being reviewed through the Hydropower Sustainability Assessment Forum. How does the protocol work? What are the results-and benefits-of using this tool

Resource Team:
Michael Fink, International Hydropower Association, United Kingdom; David L. Harrison, The Nature Conservancy, USA; Stephen McComb, Chicago Climate Exchange, USA



Session 5C
Rehab: Stories from the Pits

Wednesday, July 29, 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

Facilitator:
Richard A. Johnson, P.E., Manager of Engineering, Safe Harbor Water Power Corporation, USA

Unexpected hurdles inevitably occur during project rehabilitation. Learn what other innovative plant personnel have learned as they developed solutions to these "bumps in the road."

Resource Team:
Garry Ratushniak, Manitoba Hydro, Canada; Robbie Kankus, Exelon Generation, USA; Larry A. Weiman, AmerenUE, USA



Session 5D
Total Dissolved Gas Supersaturation: Overcoming Challenges

Wednesday, July 29, 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

Facilitator:
Tim P. Vore, Relicensing Specialist, Avista Utilities, USA

Sometimes the amount of spill required by state or federal regulatory agencies can result in exceeding the current total dissolved gas (TDG) standard of 110 percent. Examine the issue and find out how colleagues are addressing the challenge.

Resource Team:
Susan Braley, Washington Department of Ecology; John S. Gulliver, PhD, University of Minnesota; Ross Hendrick, Grant County Public Utility District;  Don E. Weitkamp, PhD, Parametrix, USA



Session 6C
How Do You Effectively Manage Conflicts Between Project Land/Reservoir Uses and Operations?

Thursday, July 30, 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Facilitator:
Jan Mulder, AICP, Senior Associate and Senior Regulatory Expert, EDAW, Inc., USA

Pressures from influential home­owners and recreational interests can create operational challenges for project owners. Find out what other managers do to avoid crises and resolve conflicts.

Resource Team:
Brian K. Burky, Avista Utilities; Mark Cauchy, Pend Oreille County Public Utility District; Jim Thornton, Dominion Generation, USA



Session 7C
New Technologies: Addressing Environmental Issues

Thursday, July 30, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Facilitator:
Patti Kroen, Senior Facilitator and Regulatory Compliance Practitioner, Kroen Consulting, USA

Professionals involved with projects using hydrokinetic and ocean wave technologies examine how to assess and address environmental effects and to work more effectively with various stakeholders to develop suitable solutions to issues of concern.

Resource Team:
Glenn F. Cada, PhD, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Craig W. Collar, P.E., Snohomish County Public Utility District; Heidi Wahto, Hatch Acres, USA



Session 8C
Reducing the Costs of Small Hydro Development and Operations

Thursday, July 30, 1:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

Facilitator:
Paul Williams, Vice President, Kleinschmidt Associates, USA

How do you contain the cost of developing a small hydro project? Join with colleagues to share practical ideas and approaches that can help make small hydro projects more economically attractive.

Resource Team:
Edward Chant, P.Eng., Chant Construction Limited, Canada; Jan Lee, Northwest Hydroelectric Association (NWHA), USA; Rodney Pickett, Avista Utilities, USA